It was established in 1976 to conserve
the unique flora and fauna of the region. It is the nearest natioanal Park of
the capital Kathmandu in the Central Himalayan
Region. The 1710 sq. km. of the park extends over parts of Nuwakot, Rasuwa, and Sindhupalchok districts in
the southern mountainous terrain of the Nepal-China (Tibet) border. In 1998 an areas of
420 km2 in and around the park declare as a buffer zone. The park represents a
meeting point between indo-Malayan and Palearctic realms, and holds a rich
biodiversity.
Buffer zone management is a joint
venture between the park office and the local communities. Local communities
have a decision-making role in the management of such areas. Additionally, the
local communities or the BZ receive 30 to 50 % of the park revenue for the
better management of natural resources to ensure a sustainable supply of resources and
community development
Climate
September through May offers a variety
of natural splendors, from lush temperate river valleys with screeching langur
to spectacular old growth forest and glacial-craved cliffs rimmed by
snow-covered peaks. The weather is also relatively dry except January-February
when one may come across snow.Autumn is the best time to visit the park. By
April bursts of red, pink, and while rhododendrons stretch into towering
canopies of fir and oak forests. Advent of warm
weather makes the Yak and Chauri herds ascend to higher elevation, making
occasional camps in the pasturelands, to follow years of tradition. From June
to august, skies are heavy with monsoon rains. During August, a lively festival
at Gosaikunda Lake attracts thousands of Hindu
pilgrims and September witnesses’ spectacular display of wild flowers, while
livestock herds, once again, return to lower pastures
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