Nepal Tourism

Shey-Phoksundo National Park was established in 1984. It is the largest park in Nepal, and has the area of 3,555 sq. kilometers. It is situated in the mountainous region of West Nepal. This park is roughly divided into Himalayan range and the river valleys.

The Himalayan region has near-desert type vegetation while the river valley has forests of blue pine, spruce and poplar. The park is a prime habitat for snow leopard and blue sheep. Other animals include the black bear, Himalayan weasel, langur and tahr. Birds include the Impeyan pheasant, blood pheasant, jungle crow and snow partridge.

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Wildlife Parks in Nepal

» Annapurna Conservation Area » Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve » Kanchanjunga Conservation Area » Royal Chitwan National Park » Sagarmatha National Park

» Royal Bardia National Park » Langtang National Park » Khaptad National Park » Rara National Park » Shey-Phoksundo National Park

» Makalu-Barun National Park » Royal Shukla Phanta Wildlife Reserve » Parsa Wildlife Reserve » Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve