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Far From City: 69 kms from city center
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Time Required:2-3 hrs
Cost:No entry fee
Myths About Balpakram National Park
Numerous mysterious phenomenon takes place at the Balpakram National Park, for which modern science cannot give any reason, logic or account. It is widely believed that the ghosts of the dead inhabit the gorge at the national park. There is also a thick schimawallichi tree in the national park, which has a depression on its trunk which seems to be the outcome of constant tethering of animals and the work of harsh weather.
It is believed that while on their way to the abode of the dead, the spirits rest for a while here and tether the animals killed at their funeral. Whenever a tree falls due to the strong winds, another tree situated closeby gets affected with the same symptoms.
One can also find a massive magnetic rock in the national park. This stone has a hollow space on its surface, which has a powerful magnetic force. Any animal or bird that wonders close to the rock is magnetically drawn towards the hallow, and they are never able to escape from there. Consequently, the animals die. Interestingly, this magnetic force does not affect humans.
The steep rock cliffs that can be found in the canyon are supposed to be the natural habitats of the gonchos or evil spirits. These gonchos are believed to carry away people and lead them over steep precipices and inaccessible rock cliffs. They, however, do not cause any harm to their victims.These and numerous other inexplicable events take place at the national park, which heightens the curiosity of the visitors and make for an exciting visit.
Flora and Fauna at Balpakram National Park
The Balpakram National Park is home to many endangered and endemic species of plants and animals. The area is full of sprawling vegetation of deciduous and subtropical trees. The region is also famous for the pitcher plant and other plants of crucial medicinal value that is commonly found here.
The animals that the national park houses include the golden cat, barking deer, Wild Water Buffalo, Red Panda, Elephant and eight different species of cats which consists of the Tiger and Marbled cat. Numerous species of baboons and monkeys can also be found in the forest, apart from other reptiles and birds.
Balpakram National Park Caves
The Balpakram National Park is also quite famous for its caves, which are complete with beautiful limestone formations of stalagmite and stalactite. The Siju-Dobkhakol Cave is situated on the bank of the Simsang River, just below the village of Siju, around 30 kilometres to the north of Baghmara. This cave is 4772 metres long and is renowned for being the third longest cave in India. It contains some of the most beautiful river passages that can be found all across the globe.
The Tetengkol-Balwakol Cave, or the Cave of dwarfs with inverted feet, is situated at Nengkhong village and is the second longest cave in India. Other prominent caves that can be found here include the Dobhakol Chibe Nala and Bok Bak Dobhakol.
Best time to visit Balpakram National Park
The best time to visit the Balpakram National Park is from October to March when the weather is the most pleasant, and there is little rainfall in the region. One can enjoy watching animals during these months when they come to drink water in the rivers and lakes in the national park.
How to Reach Balpakram National Park
The best way to reach the Balpakram National Park is via Tura, which can be easily reached from Guwahati or the Goalpara Town through night buses and sumos. From Tura, one has to hire an SUV to reach the national park, which will cost you around INR 1500. Alternatively, you can hire an SUV directly from Guwahati or Goalpara to reach your final destination.
Helicopter services are also available from Shillong and Guwahati to Tura.
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Tips
1. The Balpakram National Park is a protected place, and prior permission has to be taken from the wildlife authorities before entering the area. One can easily obtain the permit to visit the National park from the DFO office in Baghmara free of cost.2. Keep in mind that the national park is untouched and has bare minimum facilities for tourists. Only the very committed and passionate tourists come here.
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