Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
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| Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
IUCN category IV (habitat/species management area) | |
 Oaks on a mountain slope in Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary | |
| Location | Uttarakhand, India |
| Nearest city | Almora |
| Coordinates | 29°42′23″N 79°45′22″E / 29.70639°N 79.75611°E |
| Area | 45.59 km2 |
| Established | 1988 |
| Governing body | Department of Forest Uttarakhand |
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is an Indian
Binsar was the summer capital of the
Geography
Binsar lies on top of a mountain in the lower Himalayas, about 30 km north of Almora town in Uttarakhand. The sanctuary spreads over 45.59 km2. Its altitude varies from 900 to 2500 metres with an average height of 2412 metres. The temperature of this area is about 20 °C. A series of ridges and gorges make up the sanctuary.
From Zero Point, also known as Jhandi Dhaar, which is the highest point in the sanctuary, the Himalayan peaks of
are visible among many others.Flora and fauna
Binsar has a museum about the flora and fauna of the region. The sanctuary hosts 25 types of trees, 24 types of bushes and 7 varieties of grasses. The higher altitudes are covered with oak and rhododendron trees. In March and April, flowers, especially ruby red rhododendron, are in full bloom.
Mammals include
Binsar hosts over 200 species of birds including
Binsar is home to many reptiles and butterflies.
History
Grand Oak Manor
The Grand Oak Manor is the erstwhile home of Sir Henry Ramsay who used it as his summer home and administrative centre as Commissioner of Kumaon. The property later became a heritage hotel.
Khali estate
The Khali estate was once owned by
Other prominent people who have been guests/owners of this estate include Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, Indira Gandhi and Mahatma Gandhi.
Mary Budden estate
The Mary Budden estate located at 8000 feet is a restored colonial home and a temple to Shiva.[3]
See also
References
- ^ "10 Epic Safaris To Try In 2020". www.outlookindia.com. Archived from the original on 13 January 2020. Retrieved 2 February 2020.
- ^ "Birds of Binsar".
- ^ "Mary Budden Estate. Binsar. Luxury boutique homestay in the Himalayas 2011. http://www.marybuddenestate.in. Binsar Hotel, Binsar Guest house, Binsar Eco-friendly hotel, Binsar Wild Life Sanctuary hotel, Binsar forest guest house, Binsar retreat, Binsar resort". www.marybuddenestate.in.
External links
- Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary
Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary travel guide from Wikivoyage
