Khirganga
India, Himachal Pradesh
About Khirganga
Khirganga National Park is in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, in the Himalayas. It covers about 710 km² and was established in 2010[1].
Wildlife Ecosystems
Wildlife to look for includes monal pheasant, Himalayan brown bear and snow leopard[2].
Flora Ecosystems
The landscape has pine and dense forest and alpine meadows[2].
Geology
The terrain is rocky ground, mountain streams and snow-capped peaks[2].
Climate And Weather
Nearby monthly temperatures range from 1.6 to 16.1 °C in January to 17 to 32.9 °C in June[2].
Human History
Gaddi shepherd communities have lived in the area for centuries, and ancient temples and monasteries stand in the hills[2].
Park History
The park was established in 2010 as an IUCN Category II national park[1].
Major Trails And Attractions
Trekking trails lead to the sacred hot springs of Khirganga, reached by the most popular trek[2].
Visitor Facilities And Travel
The nearest airports are Kullu-Manali (Bhuntar) and Chandigarh, and the nearest railway station is Joginder Nagar[2].
Conservation And Sustainability
The park is classed IUCN Category II[1].
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