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Corbett National Park
Corbett Park’s 1318.54 square kilometers of virgin forest and jungle are home to numerous other species of fauna. The rich biodiversity of the park is a perfect place for bird enthusiasts; the area is considered one of the best bird-watching areas in India, with some 600 species having been sighted in the park. The different habitat types of Corbett Park i.e. mountains, Sal forests, chaur (grasslands), khair-sissoo forests, and rivers have their distinct assemblage of plants. More than 600 species of birds, trees, shrubs, herbs, bamboos, grasses, climbers and ferns have been identified in the Corbett Park. The most visible trees found in Corbett Park are Sal, Sissoo and Khair. Many other species that contribute to the diversity are found scattered throughout the Corbett Park. Chir Pine is the only conifer of the Park and is found on ridge-tops. The upper reaches near Kanda ridge have oak growing, which is essentially a Himalayan species. Other major tree species seen in and around Corbett Park are Bel, Kusum, Mahua, and Bakli.

Nainital
Nainital, Uttaranchal is famous not just for its green hills or many lakes. It is also famous for its many legends and stories. Hundreds of ancient temples and peaks with astounding views of the mountains in the background add to Nainital's magical appeal. The history of this dainty town sails over the surface of the Naini Lake, where oarsmen narrate the stories of the rishis who brought the waters of the sacred Mansarovar River to form Suffocating at times with thousands of tourists, Nainital is also home to Sherwood, one of India's most prestigious schools.

According to a legend Parwati the daughter of King Daksha held a great 'Yajna' but did not invite Parvati and her consort Shiva. Parvati could not bear this direct insult, in her great fury Parvati gate-crashed into the 'Yajna' ground and leaped into the high flames of 'Yajna' fire to end her life. And later lord Shiva retrieved her half-charred corpse himself. The majority of the local people believe that the eyes of Sati dropped in the lake while her body was being carried by Lord Shiva to Kailesh Parvat. Hence, the lake was given the name of 'Nainital' or Naini Lake. Later the spot became famous by this very name.

Rudraprayag:
Set amidst the rugged mountains of the Garhwal Himlayas, the small town of Rudraprayag is the junction where the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers meet, making it a pilgrimage spot of great significance. The town's location on the river banks is most remarkable and awe-inspiring feature. Temples, ghats and ashrams, are busy centres of activity where worshippers come to pray and take a dip in the chilly waters of the sacred rivers.

Rudraprayag is named after Lord Shiva, also known as Rudra, and as such has great religious significance. It is believed that it was here that the mischief making sage Narad Muni prayed to Shiva, who then appeared in his Rudra personification to bless the saint. Adding to the town's importance is the presence of two roads heading towards the holy shrines of Kedarnath and Badrinath.

Rishikesh
Rishikesh" is a name of Vishnu that means 'lord of the senses'. Rishikesh is a holy city for hindus located in the foothills of the Himalaya in northern India. Legend states that Lord Rama did penance here for killing Ravana, the demon king of Lanka It is also known as the gateway to the Himalayas Rishikesh is the starting point for traveling to the sites that form the chardham pilgrimage - Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotari and Yamnotari.

The sacred holy river Ganga flows through Rishikesh. In fact, it is here that the river leaves the shivalik mountains Himalayas and flows out into the plains of northern India. Several temples ancient as well as new can be found along the banks of the Ganges in Rishikesh. The city attracts thousands of pilgrims and tourists each year, from within India, as well as from other countries. Rishikesh, also known as the "World-capital of Yoga", has numerous Yoga centres. These are the main destinations of thousands of yoga seekers. It is believed that Practice of Yoga & Meditation in Rishikesh brings one closer to attainment of Moksha, as does a dip in the holy river that flows through it.