Overview
Kaziranga National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Assam, India, and spans approximately 430 square kilometers. Renowned for its significant population of the endangered one-horned rhinoceros, the park also hosts a diverse array of wildlife, including elephants, tigers, swamp deer, and various bird species. The park’s landscape comprises tall elephant grass, marshlands, and dense tropical forests, offering a rich biodiversity hotspot.
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Kaziranga is home to over 2,400 one-horned rhinoceroses, accounting for about two-thirds of the world’s population. Visitors can also encounter elephants, wild water buffaloes, swamp deer, and predators like tigers and leopards. The park supports a variety of bird species, making it a haven for birdwatchers.
🌿 Flora and Terrain
transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out”>The park’s vegetation includes tall elephant grass, short grasses, open jungles, swamps, and water bodies.This varied terrain supports a wide range of plant and animal life, contributing to Kaziranga’s status as a biodiversity hotspot.
How to Reach
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By Air: The nearest airport is Jorhat Airport, approximately 97 kilometers away.
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By Rail: Furkating Railway Station is the closest railhead, situated about 75 kilometers from the park.
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By Road: Kaziranga is well-connected by road to major cities like Guwahati and Jorhat, with regular bus and taxi services available.
