Discover the rich history and natural heritage of the land that inspired The Jungle Book.
Kanha National Park, located in the Mandla and Balaghat districts of Madhya Pradesh, is one of India's most renowned wildlife reserves. Spanning over 940 square kilometers of core area, it is celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, rich biodiversity, and successful tiger conservation.
The park is famous for being the inspiration behind Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book', with its lush sal forests, sprawling meadows, and meandering streams creating the perfect habitat for the Royal Bengal Tiger, leopards, wild dogs, and over 300 species of birds.
Kanha's dense forests and tribal heritage inspired Rudyard Kipling's timeless classic 'The Jungle Book'. The area was traditionally inhabited by the Baiga and Gond tribes.
Kanha was declared a national park, initially covering 318 square kilometers. Later expanded to its current size.
Kanha became one of the first nine tiger reserves under Project Tiger, India's flagship conservation program.
Today, Kanha is recognized as one of India's finest national parks, known for its successful conservation and exceptional wildlife experiences.
Kanha inspired Rudyard Kipling's 'The Jungle Book'. The park was established in 1955 and later became a tiger reserve in 1974.
Spread over 940 sq km of core area with lush sal forests, bamboo groves, grasslands, and meandering streams.
Over 300 species of birds, 40+ mammals, and countless plant species thrive in Kanha's diverse ecosystem.
Kanha is one of India's most successful tiger conservation stories, serving as a model for Project Tiger.
