Amazing zoo of sikkim to enjoy the fauna mainly found in sikkim

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If you are a wildlife lover like me and wants to enjoy the unique fauna in Sikkim and the splended view of Mt.Khangchendzonga then you would love this blog. Today I am going to tell you some amazing information about the Sikkim Himalayan zoological park.

Sikkim Himalayan Zoological Park

Himalayan Zoological Park is certainly a place for wildlife lovers in Sikkim. The Park has been established, to preserve the wildlife, without disturbing the creatures and keeping them in their natural habitat. Located in Bulbuley, Himalayan Zoological Park is at a distance of 3 km from Gangtok. At an altitude of 1,780 mtrs, the Zoological Park also tenders a splendid view of Mt. Khangchendzonga. This Park sprawls in an area of 205 hectares in the mountainous terrain. The Park houses a variety of fauna species found in the Himalayas. Some of them are Himalayan Monal Pheasant, Himalayan Red Panda, Snow Leopard Cat, Goral, Himalayan Palm Civet, Himalayan Black Bear and Crimson-Horned Pheasant.

Himalayan Zoological Park is the first Zoological park of Sikkim. The Park accomplishes the perception of modern zoo, where the animals are kept in replicated natural conditions. The best time to visit the area is during mid- February to May and Mid-September to December.  The Park is maintained by the Forests, Environment & Wildlife Management Department, Government of Sikkim.

The Himalayan Zoological Park radiates with not just beautiful Himalayan wildlife but the enclosure itself, that is lined with staggering trees that run on each side of the path that leads one inside. Spanning about 230 hectares of forested land, this zoo is placed at an altitude of 1,780 metres which offers a splendid view of Mount Khangchendzonga. This unique zoo is the amongst the best places to visit in Gangtok to spot exotic wildlife conserved well in their natural habitats. The top attraction of the zoo are the endangered Red Pandas that wiggle their way up the trees hiding and sheltering. While in this tourist place, the other attractions you may also see are the varieties of birds such as Golden Pheasant, Lady Amherst Pheasant, Silver Pheasant, Satyr Tragopan, Kalij etc along with mammal species such as Himalayan Black Bears, Clouded Leopard, Snow Leopards, Common Leopard, Tibetan Wolfs, Leopard Cat, Himalayan Palm Civets, Gorals, Barking Deer, Large Indian Civets, Porcupine, Yaks etc.

Himalayan Zoological Park also maintains convenient amenities for the visitors such as cafes and souvenir shop to slurp comforting beverages and take away some mementos. The enclosure also has many benches including at the drinking water points to allowing you to rest your tired feet while exploring. If you want to get a panoramic view of the zoo, there is also a watch tower.heep, etc kept in their natural environment. 

If you enjoy being surrounded by nature then this is the perfect place for you. You can see many rare and beautiful creatures along with enjoying a walk along the pathway surrounded by trees.

Collage creator- Atharva Gupta

Hope you guys would love to visit this zoo to enjoy the wildlife in amidst of the Himalayas. 

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