LOCATION
Jim Corbett National Park is located in Ramnagar in the state of Uttaranchal. It is 295 kms from Delhi. Tourism is allowed in selected areas of Corbett Tiger Reserve so that people get an opportunity to see its splendid landscape and the diverse wildlife living here.

HISTORY
Jim Corbett National Park has a long standing history of conservation. It is Asia's oldest National Park and was India's first Tiger Reserve. It was established in 1936 as Hailey National Park and later the name was changed Ramganga and finally to Jim Corbett National Park in the honor of legendary hunter turned conservationist, Jim Corbett. Jim Corbett lived in Kaladhungi and his house has now been made into an important Museum. Even today the park solely promotes ecotourism.

CUISINE
As this a national park there isn't a regional cuisine in the truest sense. The menu at most homestays and hotels will comprise of the most popular dishes from the world and obviously India. Homestays would allow one to enjoy homemade which would have the flavour of the region.

ATTRACTIONS
There are many beautiful things to see in Corbett National Park like untouched landscapes, gurgling rivers and most of all flora and fauna. As one of India's biggest national parks it is home to many species of animals like Tigers, Chital and Sambar. Jeep and elephant safaris are a great way to see the park and are enjoyable experiences in themselves. Camping is a favourite of nature lovers and the beauty of the region is enough to bring out the dormant photographer in anyone.