5 Best Forest Reserves To Spot Tigers In India

Producer: Priyanka Das Editor: Mohit Bisht

It’s true that hill stations and sea beaches are popular tourist destinations.

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But exploring the depths of the wildlife, and experiencing the eerie silence of the forests, waiting with bated breath to catch a fleeting glimpse of a wild animal has its own share of thrill.

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India boasts expansive national parks and sanctuaries that might just be perfect for quenching the wild spirit in you.

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If you are up for an exciting tiger-spotting safari, then these popular tiger reserves are just the right destinations for you to explore.

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Situated in Uttarakhand, the Jim Corbett National Park is India’s first tiger reserve. Flanked by thickly-crusted trees and long grasses, the tiger reserve offers you a diverse range of flora and fauna.

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