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    Marine parks are similar to land-based national parks but are located in ocean environments. They protect natural ecosystems and allow certain recreational activities like boating, fishing, and snorkeling. Marine parks have different zones designated for specific purposes like conservation or recreation. They face threats like overuse and pollution. Certain "no-take" zones prohibit extractive activities to protect species and ecosystems. India has several notable marine parks that are important for conserving biodiversity, including sea turtles, dolphins, and other marine life.

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    Marine parks are similar to land-based national parks but are located in ocean environments. They protect natural ecosystems and allow certain recreational activities like boating, fishing, and snorkeling. Marine parks have different zones designated for specific purposes like conservation or recreation. They face threats like overuse and pollution. Certain "no-take" zones prohibit extractive activities to protect species and ecosystems. India has several notable marine parks that are important for conserving biodiversity, including sea turtles, dolphins, and other marine life.

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    Marine parks are similar to land-based national parks but are located in ocean environments. They protect natural ecosystems and allow certain recreational activities like boating, fishing, and snorkeling. Marine parks have different zones designated for specific purposes like conservation or recreation. They face threats like overuse and pollution. Certain "no-take" zones prohibit extractive activities to protect species and ecosystems. India has several notable marine parks that are important for conserving biodiversity, including sea turtles, dolphins, and other marine life.

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    DEFINE MARINE PARK

     Marine Parks are similar to National Parks on land.

     They are primarily for the conservation of nature, and are used by
    the community for a range of recreational activities.

     These include boating, snorkeling , and fishing.

     Marine Parks differ from National Parks in that they have zones
    which are designated for different purposes

     Marine Parks are faced with many of the same problems as


    National Parks including overuse and pollution.

     Therefore certain areas are designated as sanctuary areas, also


    known as green or no-take zones, which prohibit extractive
    activities such as fishing, mining, and drilling.

     The largest marine park used to be the Great Barrier Reef Marine
    Park in Australia, at 350,000 km² until 2010, when the United
    Kingdom announced the opening of the Chagos Marine Park
    or Chagos Archipelago.
    MARINE PARKS IN INDIA
    India boasts of several marine national parks which are
    hotspots of bio-diversity and home to number of marine
    creatures including Olive Ridley sea turtles , saltwater
    crocodile and a medium-sized marine mammal known as
    Dugong.
    Water Sanctuaries of India includes Bhitarkanika National
    Park, Sundarbans National Park and Rani Jhansi Marine
    National Park, These are swamp or large mangroves
    forest in India.

    1. Gulf of Kutch Marine National Park

    Marine National Park in Gulf of Kutch is situated on the southern shore


    of the Gulf of in the Jamnagar of Gujarat. It is the first national marine
    park of India with 42 islands on the Jamnagar coast in the Marine
    National Park.

    2.Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park


    Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park consist of 21 small islands and
    coral reefs in the Gulf of Mannar in the Indian Ocean of Tamil Nadu.
    The park has a high diversity of plants and animals in its marine and
    shore habitats, Dugong, a vulnerable marine mammal also found here.
    3.Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park
    Mahatma Gandhi Marine National Park is a national park of India on the
    Andaman Islands, Situated 29 km. from Port Blair. Most of the coral
    reefs in the park are fringing reefs and the park is an important breeding
    ground for turtles.

    4. Gahirmatha Marine Wildlife Sanctuary


    Gahirmatha is the first and the only Marine Sanctuary of Orissa, number
    of marvelous creatures including Olive Ridley sea turtles migrate in
    huge numbers. Gahirmatha Beach separates the Bhitarkanika mangroves
    from the Bay of Bengal is the world’s most important nesting beach for
    Olive Ridley Sea Turtles.

    5.Rani Jhansi Marine National Park


    Rani Jhansi Marine National Park is located in Andaman and
    Nicobar islands in the Bay of Bengal.
    Wildlife and safari tours in India
    Wildlife and safari tours in India
    India’s diverse landscapes and varied climate are
    reflected in its many national parks and sanctuaries,
    each offering its own slightly distinct wildlife
    experience.

    Man started living in a jungle, domesticating his way through life, only
    to make the modern cities a jungle. If you are the rare breed who would
    rather leave the city behind and live in the jungles again, a trip through
    the wildlife India has to offer might be the closest you get to that dream!
    Here’s taking a look at some of the best wildlife safaris in India.

    1. Ranthambore National Park,


    Rajasthan
    Spanning over 1,334 square kilometers, the Ranthambore National Park
    is a royal home to predators not short of royalty themselves – tigers. Being
    the main attraction, tigers capture the interest of wildlife
    photographers. While you enjoy a safari in Ranthambore, the wild cats
    come out to enjoy the warmth of the desert.

    Best time to visit – October to June while tiger sightings happen etween
    March and May.
    2. Hemis National Park, Ladakh
    If you’re one who likes the ultimate thrill of the high altitude, chilly winds
    and animals, the Hemis National Park is your paradise. Spreading 4400
    sq km, the park is home to 16 species of mammals and 73 of birds
    apart from the snow leopard.

    It is best known for Snow leopards, Tibetan argali sheep, Ibex, Blue
    sheep, chukhar, snow cocks, golden eagles to name some. As many
    as 100 endangered snow leopards call this their home.

    Best time to visit - May to September is the best time to visit. In


    November due to heavy snowfall the park closes the safari.

    3. Jim Corbett, Uttarakhand


    Jim Corbett is perhaps one of India’s best known wildlife parks, being
    Asia’s very first National Park. Residing in this park are the most furious
    member of the cat family – the Tigers. People from different nations visit
    Corbett just to get a glimpse of these wild cats. Besides tigers, there are
    Serow, Goral, Himalayan Tahr among other fascinating wild species.

    Best time to visit - Mid-November to June end with tigers best spotted
    from March to May.
    4. Bandhavgarh National Park,
    Madhya Pradesh
    If you want to see the majestic Royal Bengal Tigers then look no further
    than the Bandhavgarh National Park.Bandhavgarh is counted among
    the best places for a wildlife safari in India, presently being a protected
    environment wherein different wild beings can live and prosper. The tiger
    population is one of the most densely populated in India. In the past, it
    also served as haunting ground for the royals.

    Best time to visit - October to June and tigers are sighted sound March to
    May.

    5. Sasan-Gir Wildlife Sanctuary,


    Gujarat
    Located on the western Gujarati peninsula, this park’s rugged scrubland
    and forests are best explored on a Jeep safari. King o the jungles, the lion
    makes its fearful presence felt here and this is the only place in the world
    where you can see Asiatic lions. Past from the lions and leopards, the
    Jackals, striped Hyenas, and India Foxare some of the smaller
    carnivores found here. Several birds and reptiles also find a home in the
    forests.

    Best time to visit - December to April; the park closes mid-June through
    monsoon season in mid-September.
    6. Kaziranga National Park, Assam
    Spanning across 429.69 square kilometers, the Kaziranga National
    Park is a home to largest population of One Horned Rhinoceros in
    the world. Being far away from the human inhabitance is perhaps the
    reason for the flourishing wildlife here. Apart from the rhinos,
    elephants, bears, panthers and various pretty birds traverse the
    landscape of the park. Kaziranga is also a UNESCO World Heritage
    Site.

    Best time to visit - November to April is the ideal time to visit.

    7. Kanha National Park, Madhya


    Pradesh
    Popularised by Rudyard Kipling as the Mowgli land, Kanha is the
    place that inspired the classic – the Jungle Book. The Black Panther,
    Bears, Pythons, Elephants and even the Bengal Tiger, found their
    space in the classic. Around 125 tigers dot the scenery of the park and it’s
    a real treat for book and nature lovers alike!

    Best time to visit - October to mid-June with March to May being ideal
    to spot the tigers and panthers.
    8. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerela
    This picturesque, 192,000-acre wildlife sanctuary located in the lap of the
    Western Ghats in Kerela, offers a lush environment for its inhabitants.
    There are plenty of tigers to see apart from birdwatchers who enjoy the
    park for its tropical species. One can also boat around the park to see
    the animals up real close like the elephants.

    Best time to visit - Open throughout the year, September to December is


    the best time to go here.

    9. Manas Wildlife Sanctuary, Assam


    A Project Tiger Reserve, UNESCO World Heritage site, Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is
    located at the border of Assam and Bhutan, a four-hour drive from Kaziranga. There are
    jeep tours and elephant rides across the area as well as raft excursions on the water. It is home
    to a great variety of wildlife, including many endangered species, such as the tiger, pygmy
    hog, Indian rhinoceros and Indian elephant.

    Best time to visit - October to April with January to March being peak wildlife spotting time.

    10. Sunderbans National Park, West


    Bengal
    Traveling around the mangroves of the Sunderban National Park you will see sights like a
    tiger swimming in the water, a rarity found nowhere else! The Sundarbans area covers 4624
    sq km incorporating a wide variety of birds and reptiles and including the salt-water crocodile.
    Apart from the Royal Bengal Tiger; Fishing Cats, Leopard Cats, Macaques, Wild Boar,
    Indian Grey Mongoose are also found in abundance here.

    Best time to visit - October to April


    11.Tadoba National Park,
    Maharashtra
    Tadoba is a wonderful place to enjoy wildlife in India, with a lake
    encircled by forests and hills. The stunning lake is among the main
    attractions of the place. The wildlife here includes Tigers, Barking Deer,
    Hyenas, Gaur, Leopardsto name some.

    Best time to visit - October to June, tiger spotting happens in March to


    May.

    12. Pench National Park, Madhya


    Pradesh
    Located almost at the border of Madhya Pradesh with Maharashtra,
    the Pench National Park is a tiger reserve spanning 464 sq kms. The
    topography supports a mosaic of vegetation ranging from moist, sheltered
    valleys to open, dry forests. The Nilgai, Leopards, Wild Boars are just
    some of the fantastic beasts found here.

    Best time to visit - October to June


    13. Satpura National Park, Madhya
    Pradesh
    Almost every willing you can imagine can be spotted at the Satpura
    National Park. The rugged terrain along with the dense jungle makes it
    the perfect habitat for the wild animals to flourish and makes for a
    challenging safari through the park for the adventure lover in you!

    Some of the animals you can spot here are the Spotted Dear, Leopards,
    Sloth Bear, Black Buck, Sambar, Four Horned Antelopes, Porcupine,
    Smooth Otter so make sure your camera has plenty of space to capture it
    all.

    Best time to visit - October to April

    DESERT TOURISM
    The Republic of India is not only a culturally diverse
    country but geographically as well. From the tallest
    mountain ranges to sandy shores, India has it all. Tourism
    in India is a booming trade as each state has a different
    and unique quality that is a must-see. Although hill
    stations and beaches are extremely popular, tourism in the
    desert regions are picking up at a rapid pace.
    Important Desert destination in India

     THAR DESERT
     JODHPUR DESERT
     JAISALMER DESERT
     BIKANER
     KUTCH DESERT

    1. Jaisalmer - Rajasthan
    Jaisalmer, being situated close to the Pakistan Border and renowned as
    the Golden City is a major tourist spotowing to its nearness to the
    Thar Desert and the Sonar Quila.
    The city is also famous known for Desert Safari and its Jaisalmer Fort,
    inside of which one can search hotels, shops and old and majestic
    havelis. Jaisalmer is a major tourist attraction due to its desert camel
    safari.
    There are a lot of sand dunes in the Jaisalmer and Khuri village, located
    around 45km from Jaisalmer is famous for such dunes. There are a lot of
    hotels near such dunes which provides various cultural activities
    including music and dancing as part of the camel safari package.
    2. Kutch - Gujarat

    Nigh on an island that resembles the figure of a tortoise, Kutch is a


    former generous state of India holding onto its magnificence natural
    history from the past. Kutch is probably one of the most beautiful, yet
    surreal places in India. With the gigantic expanses of white salt desert in
    the Rann of Kachh area, this is an amazing experience to witness. One
    would be able to see just stretches of pure white land as far as the
    eyesight goes. Kutch is also amongst the largest district of India with a
    awfully low population density. Also, Kutch lies on the India-Pakistan
    border and you can see parts of Pakistan from Kutch.

    3. Pushkar - Rajasthan

    The city of Pushkar assumes slight grandeur given the rare temples of
    Lord Brahma, a camel festival and a legend it owes its existence to.
    Pushkar is also one of the oldest cities of India and is one of the five
    sacred dhams for devout Hindus.
    It has one of the very few existing devoted temples to Lord Brahma.
    Pushkar is also famous for its annual Pushkar Camel Fair, held in the
    month of November.
    4. Chittorgarh
    Home to the biggest fort in India and the capital of erstwhile Mewar,
    Chittorgarh enjoys historical significance in Rajput history. Established
    near the banks of Gambhiri and Berach, Chittorgarh is known to have
    contributed to numerous folk tales and fables.

    5. Bundi
    A princely state for a princely stay, in the northwest of India, lies the
    district of Bundi, in the Hadoti region of the royal state of Rajasthan. In
    early times, the area approximately Bundi was it seems that occupied by
    various local tribes. Bundi was previously called 'Bunda-Ka-Nal";
    Nal meaning 'narrow ways'.Bundi is sanctified with a plethora of
    nature all along with a beautiful pattern of rivers and lakes and a number
    of charmed waterfalls. The lushy lands of this area are host to a huge
    variety of flora and fauna.

    6. Khimsar - Rajasthan
    himsar is being famous for its Nagaur Festival, is a very small village
    in the state of Rajasthan, Ideal for a relaxed weekend getaway in the
    winters. Tourists largely gather to this town during the Nagaur festival.
    Also, the Khimsar Fort and the Sand Dune villages are prominent tourist
    attractions here.

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