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Kalesar National Park
Kalesar National Park (13,000 acres (53 km2)) and adjacent Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary (13,209 acres (53.45 km2) are protected areas in Kalesar of Yamunanagar district of Haryana state in India, 46 kilometres from Yamunanagar city, 122 kilometres (76 mi) from Chandigarh. Kalesar National Park was established in 2003.
Kalesar National Park at a Glance
Why Kalesar National Park?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Hathni Kund
- Hathni Kund Barrage
- Simbalbara National Park
Kalesar National Park at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Hathni Kund: Hathni Kund is a location of origin of Western Yamuna Canal in the Indian state of Haryana, built on a raised plinth overlooking the Yamuna River. The river flows into the plains of Haryana after crossing over the last lap of the Himalayan foothills at Paonta Sahib.
- Hathni Kund Barrage: The Hathni Kund is a concrete barrage located on the Yamuna River in Yamuna Nagar district of Haryana state, India. It was constructed between October 1996 and June 1999 for the purpose of irrigation.
- Simbalbara National Park: Simbalbara National Park is a national park in India, located in the Kiyarda Dun valley of Sirmour District, Himachal Pradesh, along its border with Haryana. It is also known as Col. Sher Jung National Park.
Sightseeing Places
- Hathni Kund: Hathni Kund is a location of origin of Western Yamuna Canal in the Indian state of Haryana, built on a raised plinth overlooking the Yamuna River. The river flows into the plains of Haryana after crossing over the last lap of the Himalayan foothills at Paonta Sahib.
- Hathni Kund Barrage: The Hathni Kund is a concrete barrage located on the Yamuna River in Yamuna Nagar district of Haryana state, India. It was constructed between October 1996 and June 1999 for the purpose of irrigation.
- Simbalbara National Park: Simbalbara National Park is a national park in India, located in the Kiyarda Dun valley of Sirmour District, Himachal Pradesh, along its border with Haryana. It is also known as Col. Sher Jung National Park.
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Hathni Kund
Hathni Kund is a location of origin of Western Yamuna Canal in the Indian state of Haryana, built on a raised plinth overlooking the Yamuna River. The river flows into the plains of Haryana after crossing over the last lap of the Himalayan foothills at Paonta Sahib.
Hathni Kund Barrage
The Hathni Kund is a concrete barrage located on the Yamuna River in Yamuna Nagar district of Haryana state, India. It was constructed between October 1996 and June 1999 for the purpose of irrigation.
Simbalbara National Park
Simbalbara National Park is a national park in India, located in the Kiyarda Dun valley of Sirmour District, Himachal Pradesh, along its border with Haryana. It is also known as Col. Sher Jung National Park.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 65 km from Kalesar National Park.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Yamunanagar Jagadhari railway station, about 36 km from central Kalesar National Park.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Kalesar National Park (Apr, May, Jun) averages 19–34°C with about 37 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Kalesar National Park (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 23–30°C with about 210 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Kalesar National Park (Oct, Nov) averages 14–26°C with about 28 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Kalesar National Park (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 7–19°C with about 24 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 30°C and lows of 23°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C.
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History
- Summary: Kalesar National Park (13,000 acres (53 km2)) and adjacent Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary (13,209 acres (53.45 km2) are protected areas in Kalesar of Yamunanagar district of Haryana state in India, 46 kilometres from Yamunanagar city, 122 kilometres (76 mi) from Chandigarh.
- Overview: Kalesar National Park (13,000 acres (53 km2)) and adjacent Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary (13,209 acres (53.45 km2) are protected areas in Kalesar of Yamunanagar district of Haryana state in India, 46 kilometres from Yamunanagar city, 122 kilometres (76 mi) from Chandigarh. Kalesar National Park was established in 2003. Kalesar National Park and Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary are contiguous to Simbalbara National Park in Himachal Pradesh and Rajaji National Park in Uttarakhand.
- Modern History: Kalesar National Park spread across 13,000 acres (53 km2) was notified on 8 December 2003 and adjacent 13,209 acres (53.45 km2) Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary was notified on 13 December 1996. However, it is alleged, absence of sufficient funds from the centre is proving to be a hindrance in wildlife conservation in the national park.
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Significance
Kalesar National Park spread across 13,000 acres (53 km2) was notified on 8 December 2003 and adjacent 13,209 acres (53.45 km2) Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary was notified on 13 December 1996.
Conservation Significance
Kalesar National Park spread across 13,000 acres (53 km2) was notified on 8 December 2003 and adjacent 13,209 acres (53.45 km2) Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary was notified on 13 December 1996.
Frequently Asked Questions
Kalesar National Park is most comfortable in January, February, March, April and September, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is June (average high 35°C) and the wettest months are July and August.
The nearest airport is Dehradun Jolly Grant Airport (DED), about 65 km away. The nearest railway station is Yamunanagar Jagadhari railway station, about 36 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Hathni Kund, Hathni Kund Barrage and Simbalbara National Park.
A stay of 1 day covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 17°C to 35°C over the year, with about 905 mm of rain in total.
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