- Address: Jomsom 33100, Nepal
- Phone: +977 61-431102
- Website: ntnc.org.np
- IUCN Category: II (National Park)
- Area: 7629 sq. M. km
- Year of foundation: 1986
Perhaps the most famous national park in Nepal can be considered a nature protection zone, which includes Mount Annapurna and the surrounding areas.
History and features of the park
The Annapurna National Park was defeated in 1986 and is part of a huge state project to preserve the unique nature of Nepal . The area of the National Park is 7629 square meters. km, which is home to over 100 thousand people, representing a variety of cultural and linguistic communities. Surprisingly rich and diverse is the flora and fauna of Annapurna. To date, its territory is inhabited by about 163 species of animals, over 470 species of birds. The park's flora is represented by 1226 species of plants.
The main attractions of the nature protection zone
In addition to the rich flora and fauna of Annapurna in Nepal, tourists will be surprised by the highest mountain ranges, water sources, man-made monuments. Most known:
- The summit of Annapurna I is 8091 m high. It is one of the ten highest mountains in the world and is the most dangerous for the ascent. The mortality rate of tourists on Annapurna I exceeds 30%.
- Peak Machapuchare , whose height is 6993 m. It is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful peaks of the Himalayas mountain range. For the Nepalese, the mountain is sacred, since, according to legend, it is inhabited by the deity of Shiva. Climbing the peak is strictly prohibited.
- The Marsjandi River is picturesque and is a natural habitat for rare animals.
- The Kali-Gandaki River , whose channel divides the two mountain ranges - Annapurna and Dhaulagiri. In addition, Kali-Gandaki is considered the deepest river in the world.
- Lake Tilicho is located at an altitude of 4,919 m. The reservoir is considered one of the inaccessible in Nepal.
- Muktinath shrine is equally revered by Hindus and Buddhists. The temple complex is located near the Thorong-La Pass.
- Rhododendron forest , the largest in the whole world.
Tourism in Annapurna
On the territory of the Annapurna National Park, many hiking trails are laid, many of which have gained world fame and fame. Let's talk about the tracks around Annapurna and the types of routes :
- Track around Annapurna. This route is the longest. What to take, going to the track around Annapurna? Small stocks of food and water, change clothes and shoes, a camera to make an exclusive photo of Annapurna, a tourist's registration card and permission to stay in the park. The route passes through the valleys of the park's rivers and opens up views of the main peaks of the Annapurna mountain range.
- The track to the Annapurna base camp is no less popular.
- Mount Pun-Hill is always a lot of people wishing to visit. From its peak at a height of 3193 m, one can consider the peak of Dhaulagiri I and Annapurna I.
- Radials on the track around Annapurna (walks light, without load).
It is extremely undesirable to make tracks around Annapurna on your own, As the path to the summit is very dangerous. If you still decide to take a chance, you should definitely study Annapurna's track map.
Conquering the famous eight-thousandth
The first climbers who decided to conquer Annapurna appeared at its foot on June 3, 1950. The ascent to Annapurna was led by travelers from France Maurice Erzog and Louis Laschanal. The massif of Annapurna became the first eight-thousand-foot man, obeyed by man. In the following years, various routes were laid at the top, various expeditions visited the peak, including those led by women. And this despite the fact that the road to Annapurna and the ascent to its summit are full of dangers.
How to get there?
The only way to get to Annapurna National Park, located in the country of Nepal, is to rent a car and follow the coordinates: 28.8204884, 84.0145536.