Manas Tiger Reserve at a Glance :
Name : Manas National Park
Location : Barpeta (Aasam)
Establishment Year : 1928
Area : 2837 Sq. Km. (Approx.)
Best Time to Visit : October to April
Altitude : 61 m to 110 m above mean sea level (Approx.)
Temprature : Max Temp. : Around 15° C, Min. Temp. : Around 37° C (Approx.)
Avg. Annual Rainfall : 333 cm (approx.)
About Manas Tiger Reserve :Manas is situated in Kamrup-Golapara district, on the foothills of the Himalayas south east of river Manas along the Assam- Bhutan border. The beautiful park earlier known as North Kamrup is spread over an area of 391 sq km and was declared a sanctuary on December 01, 1928. It was established as the core of the Manas Tiger Reserve from April 1973 and elevated to the position of a National Park status on September 7, 1990. It was accorded the status of World Heritage Site in 1985 for its rare wealth of endangered species. The park extends over the national boundary to Bhutan where it is known as the Royal Manas Park.
Flora at Manas Tiger Reserve :Manas is home to 20 of the most endangered species of animals which include the rare golden langur, hispid hare, pygmy hog, red pandas etc. The main highlight of the park is the Giant hornbill, two subspecies of which, the pied and grey varieties are found here. The park is rich in mammals and birds, which includes elephants, tiger, panther, leopard, clouded leopard, gaur, wild-buffalo, great one horned rhinoceros, rare golden langur, capped-langur, civet cat, squirrel, sloth beat, sambar, swamp deer, hog deer, otter, monitor lizard, gharial, python, great hornbill, florican cormorants, ergets and many other species of migratory and predatory birds. The major problem in the park is rhino poaching.
Fauna at Manas Tiger Reserve :The forests here are tropical moist deciduous type. They are interspersed with swamps. The wetlands are essential for the survival of the fast disappearing hispid hare. The Vegetation ranges from Khairsissoo-bhabhar grass community to semi evergreens. There are intermediate stages of succession-deciduous forests, swampy reed lands and Sal forests. The simul, khoir, udal, sida, bohera and kanchan are the common trees in and around the park.
Places to Stay at Manas Tiger Reserve :How to Reach at Manas Tiger Reserve :By Air : The nearest airport is Borjhar, Guwahati which is situated, 5-km out of town, and can be reached by rickshaw, auto rickshaw or airline buses. Manas Park is 176 kms from Guwahati.
By Rail : The nearest railhead is situated at Barpeta road (41 km).
By Road : Manas is well connected by network of roads which connect the place with other cities and towns in the state. There are regular bus services operated by state transport as well as the private operators. One can also hire taxis for the park from Guwahati.
