Corbett is mostly preferred by travelers from Delhi, Mumbai.
The go to destination for types of travelers, be it family, kids and couples,
Corbett is, however, mostly preferred by Couple, Family. The best season or
months to visit places in Corbett are February, March, April, May, June,
November, December. There are 18 tourist places in Corbett, which can be
explored by travelers. Local attractions can be visited at any time of the day,
be it early morning, afternoon, evening or night, as suitable for travelers.
Sightseeing in Corbett can be done by travelers, which will take half a day or
one day, but to see all sightseeing places, travelers need to stay in Corbett
for 2 days to 3 days.
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10 Places to visit in Corbett
Jim Corbett
National Park
Jim Corbett National Park has gained popularity due to the
extensive work done by the famous conservationist and writer Jim Corbett.
Established in 1936, the national park has been named after its founder, Jim
Corbett. Once known as the Hailey National Park, this popular reserve has the
distinction of being the first to be awarded the status and the title of
national park.
With the help and support from World Wildlife Fund, the park
came under the aegis of Project Tiger in 1973. Spread over an area of about 520
sq. km, out of which 330 sq. km forms the core area, the park supports mixed
deciduous and Sal forests, and Savannah grasslands. Owing to its location in
the Himalayan low lands, many water bodies flow through the park, supporting
the diverse vegetation.
The park is an abode to 580 bird species, 50 mammalian
species and 25 reptile species. Apart from a number of nocturnal and diurnal
species, the park is also home to various species of deer and wild boars.
However, centre of attraction of the park is its tiger population. At the park,
tourists can view leopards, jungle cats and many other animals.
Kosi River
Kosi River is a famous spot for fishing and angling
activities. During the fishing season that ranges from October till
mid-December, and from mid-February to June end, enthusiasts can catch mahseer
at the river. Permits for fishing can be arranged via resorts and jungle lodges
located around Kosi River.
A perennial river, its catchment lies partially in Corbett
National Park. The river forms the eastern boundary of Corbett National Park,
from Mohan through Dhikuli till Ramnagar. Wild animals from Corbett use it for
drinking, especially during pinch periods, although the river does not enter
the park.
Bed of the river is strewn with boulders, due to which its
flow is erratic and often changes course. Damaging torrents during monsoon have
given the river the status of being notorious. Due to its inhabitation by
mahseer, the river allures migratory birds.
Garjia
Temple
Garjia Temple is located in the village of Garjia in
Uttarakhand. Established at the point where a huge rock sits in the midst of
Kosi River, the temple has been named Garjia Devi after the deity. Goddess
Parvati is also known as Garjia Devi. Built over a small hill, the temple is
situated at a short distance from Ramnagar. From in front of the temple, Kosi
River flows.
Devotees visiting the temple offer coconut, vermilion,
incense, lamp and red Chunnerie to the goddess. Considered to be the daughter
of Himalayas, Goddess Parvati is also known by the name of Garjia at this
place. When Goddess Parvati’s idol on the mountains was discovered at the
village, the inhabitants constructed Garjia Devi’s temple here.
In the temple are housed various idols, including those of
Goddess Parvati, Baba Bhairon, Lord Shiva, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Saraswati.
A popular pilgrimage site, the temple allures devotees of both Garjia Devi and
Baba Bhairon, who are its prominent deities. Once their wishes are fulfilled,
devotees dedicate umbrellas and bells to Garjia Devi at the temple.
Corbett
Museum
Corbett Museum is located at Kaladhungi town. Housed in a
heritage bungalow of Jim Corbett, the museum brings to the forefront the
memory, the life and activities of the eminent personality. Jim Corbett was a
renowned environmentalist, hunter as well as a front runner in the tiger
conservation. At the museum, tourists can view memorabilia connected to Jim
Corbett. Collections of the museum include valued personal belongings, letters
written by him as well as his friends and well-wishers, antiques and rare photographs.
Corbett
Waterfall
Corbett Waterfall can be reached from Ramnagar by travelling
on a road that is lined with thick tall trees and hints of wildlife. The
waterfall lies nestled amidst green foliage and cascades down into a small
lagoon-like pool. After falling into the pool, water flows ahead making its
passage from amongst the rocks and under a fallen tree trunk that spans the
entire breadth of the stream.
At the waterfall, tourists can enjoy swimming. To reach the
waterfall, tourists need to travel through thick teak wood jungles and a narrow
winding road that is 1.7 km long.
Located on the Kaladhungi - Ramnagar highway, the 20 m high waterfall is
popular as a camping and picnic site. Near the waterfall is located the ‘Nature
Walk' Museum.
Dikhala
Dikhala is the main administrative centre at the Jim Corbett
National Park. From the watchtower located at the site, tourists can avail
views of the valley and the Kanda Ridge. Dhikala chaur is one of the largest
remaining grasslands of the park and is located in front of the Tourist
Complex. Near this grassland also lies Phulai chaur. While driving through the
expanse of the chaur, tourists can view wild elephants, chital, hog deer,
raptors and numerous grassland bird species. Built over a 100 year ago, the old
rest house at the site is a historic structure.
Ramnagar
Ramnagar town was established and inhabited by Commissioner
H. Ramsay between 1856 and 1884. A municipal board in the Nainital district of
Uttarakhand, it is the gateway to the Corbett National Park. The town is also a
gateway to western Kumaon and Chamoli. Apart from this, with the nearby town of
Haldwani, it is also the commencement point of Kumaon Hills.
In the town, tea gardens were developed during the British
Rule. However, the town has gained extensive fame today because of its
international 'litchi farming'. Tourists visiting the national park can also
find many lodging options in the town like hotels, lodges, guesthouses and
resorts.
Bijrani
Bijrani can be reached via Amanda Gate, which is about 1 km
away from Ramnagar. Once a part of a shooting block, area in and around Bijrani
is drier and also has more diverse vegetation. The terrain was famed for the
quality of game hunting, during the British period. Site was frequented by
shikaris during the British period.
Animal
Sightings
While the tourist season at Corbett lasts from November to
June, the first couple of months are more suited for bird watching. Animals,
large as well as small, are best sighted from the dry month of March onwards.
Tiger sighting at Corbett, (though well known known for its healthy tiger
population) is still a rare event. After all, the tiger by nature is an elusive
cat. Elephant herds are far more easily sighted and after the tiger, these
large pachyderms are a big attraction at Corbett. The other animals that are
often spotted are the Leopard Cat, Jungle Cat and Fishing Cat. These are
nocturnal by nature. The Leopard and the Himalayan Black Bear are mostly found
in the higher hills while Sloth Bears are seen in the lower regions. The southern
areas of the park are home to the Wild Dog and packs of Jackals. The smaller
animals at Corbett which are commonly seen include the indian Gray Mongoose,
Common Otter, Porcupine, Blacknaped Hare and the Himalayan Palm Civet. Also
sighted on the rocky hillsides is the Ghoral or Goat Antelope. Apart from
animals, reptiles such as Crocodiles, Gharials and Rock Pythons are often seen
basking on the banks of the Ramganga.
Sots
Sots serve animals residing in the park for sufficing their
drinking water requirements, for a good part of the year. Local name for a
seasonal stream, these are very important for the park ecology. Several of
these become dry streams, while travelling across the park.
Paterpani, Laldhang, Kothirao, Jhirna, Dhara and Garjia are
some of the important sots of the many perennial sots of the park. These
perennial sots provide water to wildlife during pinch periods. Forming ideal
shelter for many animals including the tiger, many of these sots are covered
with thick growth of evergreen shrubs and bamboo clumps.
About PRABISH BISHUNGKHE
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