Description:
Among the lush surroundings of the Uttarkashi district is the Govind Wildlife Sanctuary. Uttarkashi, with its magnificent snow-clad peaks and glaciers, is believed to be one of the most beautiful towns in the Garhwal region. The sanctuary was established in 1955 and sprawls over an area of 953 sq. km, including mountains like -- Swag Rohini, Black Peak and Bandar punch. The Har-ki-Dun is famous for it's emerald greenery and is a popular destination for trekkers.
The wildlife population includes the snow leopard, brown and Himalayan black bears, tahr, bharal, musk deer, serow, monal, trogopan chir, koklas and khaleej pheasants and chukor.
