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Photo essay – Dudhwa Diaries: Nature’s Beauty beyond words

Home to a number of endangered species of animals and birds, Dudhwa National Park in Uttar Pradesh is an integral part of the Terai landscape.  Established initially as a sanctuary in 1958 for swamp deer (or the Barasingha), the park is part of the Dudhwa Tiger reserve which is rightly known as the Terai Emerald. … Continue reading Photo essay – Dudhwa Diaries: Nature’s Beauty beyond words

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Uttar Pradesh Bird Festival 2018: a grand success and a boost for ecotourism

Uttar Pradesh: a haven for bird lovers One of the richest states in terms of its variety of bird life, Uttar Pradesh is home to over 500 species of birds.  Many of these species, like the Slender Billed Vulture, Bengal Florican, Black Necked stork etc., categorized as globally threatened and near threatened, find ideal habitat… Continue reading Uttar Pradesh Bird Festival 2018: a grand success and a boost for ecotourism

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Curtain raiser: Uttar Pradesh Bird Festival – 2018 Edition

One of the largest and most populous states of India, Uttar Pradesh is a state of many facets.  Situated on the border of India and Nepal, it is home to cities like Agra, Varanasi and Mathura that have immense cultural and religious significance.  The capital city of Lucknow is  known for its medieval Indian culture… Continue reading Curtain raiser: Uttar Pradesh Bird Festival – 2018 Edition