Kanchenjunga National Park

national park, India

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Kanchenjunga National Park is located in the Indian state of Sikkim, centered around Kanchenjunga, the world's third-highest mountain. This park is situated near the town of Mangan and is west and north of it. The park is part of the Great Himalaya Range and is known for its diverse flora and fauna, transitioning from tropical to alpine forms.123

The park's name, Kanchenjunga, is derived from Tibetan and means "Five Treasuries of the Great Snow," referring to the mountain's five peaks. The area is significant in local mythology and religious rituals. The park adjoins Bhutan along the Manas River, which is also home to the Royal Manas National Park.32

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Kanchenjunga National Park, centered on Kanchenjunga (the world’s third highest peak), is a short distance to the west and north. Pop. (2001) 1,248; (2011) 4,644.
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Kanchenjunga National Park, centered on Kanchenjunga (the world’s third highest peak), is a short distance to the west and north. Pop. (2001) 1,248; (2011) 4,644.
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