Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Established in 1973, Chitwan National Park houses many different
types of plant life, mammals, birds, and butterflies. The park also
features some of the world's most endangered species, such as the
Bengal tiger and the Asian rhinoceros, both of which can sometimes
be seen on tourist safari trips.
kilometers) of virgin forest, swamps, and grasslands. The park
itself is somewhat smaller, covering an area of 360 square miles
(932 square kilometers). It provides shelter for hundreds of
