Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary Tourism

Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as the Jeypore Rainforest, is located in the northeastern Indian state of Assam, spreading across the Dibrugarh and Tinsukia districts. This wildlife sanctuary covers an area of approximately 111.19 square kilometers and forms a part of the Assam valley tropical wet evergreen forests. It was designated as a sanctuary in 2004 and plays an important role in conserving the region's unique biodiversity. The sanctuary's landscape is marked by lush rainforests, myriad streams, and a variety of flora and fauna, including rare species like the Assam Macaque, Chinese pangolin, and the White-winged wood duck. The Dehing Patkai is also known for its elephant population and is often referred to as the 'Amazon of the East' because of its rich biodiversity. Its complex ecosystem is home to a number of tribal communities who have lived in harmony with nature for centuries.