{
  "id": 9949947,
  "title": "Manas National Park To Reopen For Tourists From October 2; Everything To Know About This UNESCO World Heritage Site",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/manas-national-park-to-reopen-for-tourists-from-october-2-everything",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-26T08:38:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/manas-national-park-to-reopen-for-tourists-from-october-2-everything-to-know-about-this-unesco-world-heritage-site"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manas National Park in Assam will once again welcome tourists starting October 2 for the 2026-27 tourism season, according to recent announcements. This reopening marks the beginning of a new tourism season, offering visitors the chance to explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its rich biodiversity, stunning landscapes, and rare wildlife.\n\nSituated in the foothills of the Himalayas, Manas National Park and Tiger Reserve spans across grasslands, forests, and riverine habitats. The park is a haven for several endangered and threatened species, including the Bengal tiger, Indian one-horned rhinoceros, Asian elephant, leopard, wild water buffalo, and various deer species. Notably, the park is also home to the critically endangered Bengal florican and the world's smallest wild pig, the pygmy hog.\n\nThe name Manas originates from the Manas River, a major tributary of the Brahmaputra River. The park's history dates back to the Duwar War of 1865, when most of the area was under the control of the Kingdom of Bhutan. Following the war, the Indian section of the park was handed over to British India through the Treaty of Sinchula.\n\nTourists can explore Manas National Park through jeep safaris and other permitted tourism activities, subject to local regulations and availability. However, please note that the park will follow a weekly closure schedule for its different ranges, with Babsbari closed on Tuesdays, Bhuyanpara Range on Thursdays, Panbari Range on Fridays, and Kuklung Range on Wednesdays.",
  "summary": "Manas National Park in Assam is set to reopen its gates to tourists on October 2 for the 2026-27 tourism season, marking the beginning of the new tourism season. The reopening offers wildlife enthusiasts an opportunity to explore one of Northeast India's most celebrated protected areas, known for its rich biodiversity, scenic landscapes and rare wildlife. What is so special about Manas National…",
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}