along the banks of the ramganga river. it is india's first national park, and was designated a project tiger reserve in 1973. situated in nainital district of uttarakhand, the park acts as a protected area for the critically endangered bengal tiger of india. cradled in the foothills of the himalayas, it comprises a total area of 500 km out of which 350 km is core reserve. this park is known not only for its rich and varied wildlife but also for its scenic beauty.