Chitwan: A short profile

Chitwan for it`s unique existance is formally known as 76th district of Nepal. Besides, it`s importants in the fields like Agriculture, Trade & Commerce, Education, Health, Poultry and irrigation Chitwan has always been an attraction for tourists, both local and foreigners who hold an affiliation for nature. Thousands of wild life lovers flock down here annually to roam the jungle, quite aften atop an elephant. The serene jungle, cool steams and the hospitality in jungle resorts help one scape from a urban life, making visitors want to come again and again.

Chitwan is the destination district for anyone, want to have fun and adventure with nature, raft down the turbulent Trisuli, visit any reknown Hatchery, want a holi dip to Devghat, Treatment at affordable rates; as Medical city, to study and so on.
If you want to see birds and animals in Nepal, this is where you would come. For animal lovers, Chitwan national park offers them an opportunity of a life time to see Royal Bengal tigers, one-horned rhinos, various species of birds and butterflies. Your choice of Resorts and lodges are located in the region. Most include elephant safaris, jungle walks, canoeing and cultural activities.

Chitwan's National Park is the main attraction in the region. This park is regarded as the best national park of Nepal, and is also the most developed one. Elephant Breeding Center, Crocodile Farm are two other must see locations in the park.Main activities in Chitwan include Jungle Safari, Bird Watching and Boat Tour. Jungle Safari is the most popular one. You will journey into the deep forest riding on elephant back, you will witness the preserved natural assets of Nepal, birds, flora and fauna. World's one of the most endangered species, Bengal Tigers are found abundant in Nepal, many in Chitwan national park. If it's your day, you might see them too.

The other major animal you will see is the one-horned rhinos whose famous place to live on earth is none other than Nepal. The park is also famous for bird watching, and boat tours. A walk to nearby villages is also a recommended thing to do.

Chitwan Chepang Hill Trail leads you through the unexplored beautiful hillsides of Chitwan. Besides the natural beauty, the trail offers cultural highlights of one of the indigenous communities of Nepal. This area is home to the Chepang people who lead a semi-nomadic life and have rich cultural traditions. Due to their distinct life style and the remoteness of their homeland, this indigenous group belongs to the much marginalized groups of Nepal. So,It's not a wonder that many travel packages to Chitwan consist village tours, rural dance and cultural programs, home-stay type of accommodations and so on.