Dudhwa National Park is an amazing place to visit for people who crave adventure and are wildlife enthusiasts. It is situated in the district of Likhimpur Kheri district. It is winning hearts of the nature lover and wildlife enthusiasts with its dense forest, breath-taking landscape views and diverse flora and fauna. It gives you an opportunity to connect with nature and wildlife of the national park in its purest form. But is this all about the park? Then the answer is no, the activities offered by the national park do not end here. One of the most preferred activities in the national park is the Jeep safari because there is no other better way to explore the beauty of the national park than this. The jeep safari takes you deep and closer to the amazing beauty of the national park.
But the fun of the visit doesn’t remain within the boundaries of the national park. So today in this blog we are going to take you on a virtual trip to the places that you can visit near Dudhwa National Park.
Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary This magical wildlife sanctuary is situated on the banks of the majestic River Girwa, Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary is a gem that is located just 99.2 kilometers away from Dudhwa National Park. This sanctuary is home to a huge amount of wildlife species, including the rare Gangetic dolphins, gharials, and a wide variety of bird species. Other activities that you can enjoy in this sanctuary are boat rides which will give you a great view of dolphins and also don’t forget to go for a thrilling jungle safari which will help you witness exclusive wildlife such as tigers and leopards.
Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary: If you are visiting Dudhwa National Park then this is the sanctuary where you should definitely visit because it is just 47.5 km away. You can reach this amazing destination within 1 hour and 30 minutes. The park is well known for its extensive grasslands, sal forests and mashes which create a great habitat for the wildlife of Kishanpur Wildlife Sanctuary. It is no less than a paradise for birdwatching enthusiasts, as it welcomes numerous migratory and resident bird species. The only advice for the visitors is that keep your binoculars handy to spot the vibrant plumage of the Sarus Crane, the world's tallest flying bird, among other avian wonders.
Frog Temple (Mandir): If you are someone who is into religious places then you can definitely visit frog temple. The temple is just 98.4 kilometers away from Dudhwa National Park. So it will hardly take 2 hours to reach this destination from the national park. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The reason behind the name of the temple is that there are countless frog statues in the temple. The locals believe that frog is a symbol that requests the lord to bring rain during times of drought. For a unique and offbeat experience, make sure to visit the Frog Temple, locally known as the Mandir, in Oyal village. The unique and artistic charm of this temple, surrounded by lush greenery, makes it an interesting place to explore.