Hazarganji Chiltan, The creator has blessed Pakistan with all sorts of beauty spots. Every province, city, town, and the village is uniquely designed. Some are full deserts with glittering sand. Others are vast plain best for cultivation and many others are dense with forests. Whereas the northern sides are surrounded by dry heightened mountains and some green-covered hilltops. Some mountains are whitened with snow and are home to spring water. In nutshell, Pakistan has every quality of beauty.

But today we will focus on the Baluchistan side. It is the largest province of Pakistan that has distinct landscapes.  Its distinct features may rarely be found elsewhere in the world. From its high mountains to its vast deserts, it provides a variety that suffices to fulfill all sorts of tourists’ wanderlust. Yet there are many things yet to be discovered. The capital of Baluchistan Quetta has its own worth of beauty. It is known as the fruit basket of Pakistan. So let’s explore the national park located in Quetta.

Hazarganji Chiltan National Park

Hazarganji Chiltan, The park is located in the Suleiman mountain range, about 20 km southwest of Quetta. The area is mountainous with precipitous slopes divided by ravines. The park has been named Hazarganji-Chiltan National Park because Chiltan Hills and Hazar Ganji Range lie west and east of it. You know the word “Hazarganji” means a thousand treasures, and there was a time when it was believed that a thousand treasures are hidden under the mountains of this park. The national park is home to some of the rarest species like Chiltan ibex and Suleiman markhor (wild goat), the national animal of Pakistan. These species are endangered one so that the national park was established in 1980 to preserve them. This park is extended to about 15,555 hectares and provides a safe and secure environment for breeding these endangered species.

Moreover, the park is upgraded with different facilities like a history museum, picnic spots, and accommodation in rest houses. From the museum, one can gain detailed information about the animals found in this park and other areas of the province. The biodiversity of the park is impressive.

Animal Species        

Hazarganji Chiltan, As it is home to around 30 species of mammals including nine species of large mammals and 21 species of small ones. There are approximately 300-400 rare Suleiman markhor and about 800 Chiltan ibexes. Apart from these mammals, Urial sheep are also found on the western slopes between 1500m and 2100m. Other faunas include striped hyena, red fox, Balochistan leopard, caracal, common jackal, Indian crested porcupine, and desert hare.

Bird Species

Hazarganji Chiltan, Besides these rare mammals, 120 species of avifauna can also be found in this park, out of which, 36 are resident, and 84 are migratory. The avifauna here comprises the rare Houbara bustard, griffon vultures, Egyptian vultures, long-billed pipit, Eastern Orphean warbler, variable wheatear, blue rock thrush, whinchat, white-browed bush chat, Indian scops owl, Indian cuckoo, European bee-eater, chukar partridge, laggard falcon, peregrine falcon, and Lichtenstein’s desert finch.  However, in winters, birds like the crested honey buzzard also make Hazarganji Chiltan National Park their home. Whereas, in the summer, the park is used for breeding by some of the unique species like the European nightjar.

The ecological diversified park also provides shelter to 30 species of reptiles. Though the park is not densely covered with trees, quite a few Pashtun junipers, pistachio, almond, and ash trees can be found here.

Moreover, Hazarganji Chiltan National Park provides a serene and healthy environment to its visitors. People who love hiking must visit this beautiful site as it allows for a satisfying experience for the hikers. This park is a package of all-in-one. So why not visit this amazing place and boost your knowledge as well.

Suggestion:

Hazarganji Chiltan, There are many places in Baluchistan that should be explored. And for that, the government needs to support and encourage researchers to reach out and explore them. This can benefit both the locals and also can generate revenue at a national level. Therefore,take a step and introduce the world to beautifully natural Pakistan.

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