Located within the largest mangroves in the world, the Sundarban Wetland is one of the largest wetland which covers an area of about 1,40,000 ha. The Indian Sundarban has an area of about 9000 sq km. It lies in the delta formed by the River Brahmaputra, Ganges and Meghna on the Bay of Bengal. TheContinue reading “HOME TO THE ROYAL TIGER”
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A Surviving Wetland
Spread over an area of 490 ha, Kanjli Wetland is one of the Artificial wetlands identified by the Indian Government. The wetland is upward of Harike Wetland which is situated in the Beas River basin in the Kapurthala district of Punjab. Since 2002, it has been internationally dedicated as a Ramsar Site. This makes itContinue reading “A Surviving Wetland”
Alligator weed in Indian Lakes
Alternanthera philoxeroides (Alligator weed), a South American weed of the family Amaranthaceae, has been found in the lakes and water pools in the eastern parts of India, namely, West Bengal and Bihar. It is a noxious invasive weed. This species was introduced long ago in the tropics of the Old World, but its introduction intoContinue reading “Alligator weed in Indian Lakes”
PRIDE OF HIMACHAL
Located at an altitude of 660 meters, Renuka Wetland is one of the most beautiful and famous natural wetlands of Himachal Pradesh. It is situated in the Sirmaur district and it is known to be the largest lake of Himachal. The wetland is named after Goddess Renuka and also from a distance the lake appearsContinue reading “PRIDE OF HIMACHAL”
The Lake of Skeletons
Located roughly at an elevation of 16,470 feet (5,020m), Roopkund Lake is a glacial lake in the Chamoli district of state Uttarakhand. It is locally known as the Mystery Lake or the Skeleton Lake due to the hundreds of skeletons found near the lake. The lake is situated in the laps of the Himalayas andContinue reading “The Lake of Skeletons”
THE GOLDEN LAKE
The beautiful and mesmerizing lake, Son Beel also called as Shon Bill is the second-largest seasonal wetland in Asia and the largest wetland in Assam. The most amazing thing about Son Beel is that it becomes farmland for rice cultivation during winter till March and then the land fills with water and becomes a lake.Continue reading “THE GOLDEN LAKE”
THE KASHMIR OF RAJASTHAN
Picturesque and elegant, Udaipur is a beautiful city, also known as the Kashmir of Rajasthan. It is also known as the city of lakes and Venice of the East. Undoubtedly, it is one of the most romantic cities of India situated between the pristine waters of its famous lakes and the ancient Aravalli Ranges. TheContinue reading “THE KASHMIR OF RAJASTHAN”
THE MYSTICAL LAKE OF KUMAON VALLEY
Uttarakhand, also known as DEVBHOOMI by many is not only a state of picturesque geography and breathtaking adventure sports but also a place full of myths and legends. Located at an elevation of 1200 meters above sea level, Naukuchiatal is a beautiful hill station for mountain lovers that is close to the majestic Bhimtal Lake.Continue reading “THE MYSTICAL LAKE OF KUMAON VALLEY”
