Welcome To Jim
Corbett National Park ,
Uttarakhand -
Complete Travel Guide
Jim Corbett National Park – The Pride
of Uttarakhand Tourism
Jim Corbett National Park is India’s oldest and most famous wildlife sanctuary, located in the Nainital district of Uttarakhand. Established in 1936 as Hailey National Park, it was later renamed in honor of the legendary hunter and conservationist Jim Corbett. The park is globally renowned for its Bengal tiger population and rich biodiversity, making it one of the top wildlife destinations in India.
Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas, Jim Corbett National Park covers an area of over 520 square kilometers and forms a major part of the larger Corbett Tiger Reserve. With its scenic landscapes, dense forests, grasslands, rivers, and diverse wildlife, the park attracts nature lovers, photographers, adventure seekers, and wildlife enthusiasts from around the world.
Jim Corbett National Park was established in 1936 as India’s first national park. It was initially named Hailey National Park after Sir Malcolm Hailey, the then Governor of the United Provinces. In 1957, the park was renamed Jim Corbett National Park in memory of Jim Corbett, who played a key role in setting up the park and promoting wildlife conservation.
In 1973, Jim Corbett National Park became the first park to come under Project Tiger, a government initiative launched to protect the endangered Bengal tiger. Since then, the park has become one of the most important tiger reserves in India.
