Chitwan

Chitwan is known as heart of Nepal and second capital of Nepal. Chitwan lies about 155 km south of Kathmandu in the central southern Terai of Nepal. In average the temperature remains between 34 degree Celsius to 15 degree Celsius accordingly in summer and winter. It inhabits all type of people from allover the Nepal but it is especially famous for Tharu People. Sauraha is the famous place for tourists in Chitwan.

Chitwan owns Nepal’s old national park that was granted the status of a world heritage site in 1984 which is home to the rare one-horned rhinoceros, the Royal Bengal tiger, and various species of birds and butterflies.

Chitwan - One horn Rhino

The elephant safaris through the jungle befriend the visitors to tigers, rhinos, crocodiles, leopards and more. The other main attractions are Traditional Tharu Culture, River Rafting, Boating etc. Wild roars of tigers, chirping of jungle birds, soothing breeze and the splashing ripples of the river Rapti. Piligrimage sites of Chitwan are Devghat, Bikram Baba, Ganeshthan, Goddhak and other temples.

Places to visit:

Chitwan National Park: Chitwan’s National Park is the main attraction of Chitwan which lies at an altitude of 150m to 815m. It is home for 50 different mammals and 450 species of birds. Chitwan National Park is included in the list of world heritage sites, this protected area has a forest with area of about 932 square kilometers. This park is regarded as the best and most developed national park of Nepal. Elephant Breeding Centre and Crocodile Farm are also there in the park to see. Seven world class resorts run by park concessionaire are located inside the park alone with more options for price and services. One horned rhinos and Bengal tigers are the main two animals that are famous in the park. Spotting them while on a safari will be the joy of a life-time. To spot Bengal tiger, you might have to extend your stay in Chitwan a little longer!

Main activities in Chitwan include jungle safari, bird watching and boat tour. Jungle safari is the most popular one. You will journey into the deep forest riding on elephant back, you will witness the preserved natural assets of Nepal, birds, flora and fauna. World’s one of the most endangered species, Bengal tigers are found abundant in Nepal, many in Chitwan national park. If you are lucky you might see them too. The other major animal you will see is the one-horned rhinos whose famous place to live on earth is none other than Nepal. A walk to nearby villages is also a recommended thing to do. Chitwan is also a place to learn about the Tharu people, their culture and tradition.

How to get there?

Chitwan is easy to reach by road or by air. There are daily flights from Kathmandu to a nearby city Bharatpur, its headquater. A five hours drive can take you to Chitwan from Kathmandu.