Pench

Pench National Park is a protected area located in the Seoni and Chhindwara districts of Madhya Pradesh, India. It is named after the Pench River which flows through the park. The park is part of the larger Pench Tiger Reserve, which includes the sanctuary and surrounding buffer areas.

The landscape of Pench National Park is characterized by deciduous forests, open grasslands, and rocky outcrops. The dominant tree species include teak, tendu, and mahua. The park is renowned for its significant population of tigers, making it a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Besides tigers, the park is home to a diverse array of fauna, including leopards, sloth bears, wild dogs, gaur, sambar, chital, and nilgai. Birdlife is also abundant, with numerous resident and migratory species.

Pench National Park was declared a sanctuary in 1977 and later became a National Park in 1983. It was also designated as a Tiger Reserve in 1992. The park's ecosystem plays a crucial role in the conservation of these species. The tourism in Pench primarily revolves around jeep safaris, which allow visitors to explore the core areas of the park and observe wildlife in their natural habitat. The park is open for visitors during the winter months, typically from October to June.