Churdhar Sanctuary

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Churdhar Sanctuary, Wildlife sanctuary in Sirmaur and Shimla districts, India.

The sanctuary stretches across 56 square kilometers of wilderness at an elevation of 3647 meters, featuring oak forests and alpine meadows.

Established in 1985, the sanctuary has developed into a protected area that shelters numerous endangered Himalayan species including musk deer and snow leopards.

The presence of a Lord Shiva statue within the sanctuary grounds makes it a destination for religious practices related to Shirgul Maharaj worship.

Visitors can access the sanctuary through multiple trekking routes starting from Dadahu, Sarain, Nahura, and Rajgarh, with distances ranging from 7 to 48 kilometers.

The sanctuary contains medicinal plants such as Wild Himalayan Cherry and Aloe Vera, growing naturally among the mountainous terrain.

Location: Himachal Pradesh

GPS coordinates: 30.87630,77.40130

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:26

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