Park earthquake history

Review documented seismic occurrences associated with the surrounding Terai and Sivalik terrain.

Historical Seismic Data and Recorded Earthquake Events for Chitwan National Park, Nepal

This collection provides a structured catalogue of recorded earthquake events linked by proximity to Chitwan National Park. The data includes specific event dates, recorded magnitudes, focal depths, and relative epicentre distances derived from historical geophysical records. It serves as a resource for understanding the seismic context of the protected landscape and its broader Terai-Duar surroundings without providing predictive hazard assessments.

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Nepal's oldest national park protecting Terai grasslands and subtropical forests

Chitwan National Park

Chitwan National Park is the first and most significant national park in Nepal, established in 1973 in the Terai region of south-central Nepal. The park covers an area of over 950 square kilometers of alluvial floodplain, river valleys, and the lower slopes of the Sivalik Hills. It represents one of the last remaining stretches of intact Himalayan subtropical broadleaf forest and Terai-Duar savanna grassland in the region. The park was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984, recognizing its outstanding universal value as a natural habitat for endangered species and its role in preserving a unique ecosystem. Chitwan sits at elevations ranging from approximately 100 meters in the river valleys to 815 meters in the Sivalik Hills, creating a diverse mosaic of habitats that support remarkable biodiversity. The park forms part of a larger transboundary conservation complex with Parsa National Park to the east and India's Valmiki National Park to the south, creating a coherent protected area that serves as a critical tiger conservation unit.

Location: Nepal
Park type: National park
Established: 1973
Area: 952.6 km²
Highest point: 815 m

Chitwan National Park Protected Area

Compare Chitwan National Park dates, magnitudes, depths, places, and distances

Investigate earthquake history around Chitwan National Park

Chitwan National Park’s catalogue measures distance from epicentres to a Nepalese Terai landscape of subtropical forest, grassland, savanna, rivers, wetlands, lakes, valleys, and wildlife habitat. Timing, magnitude, depth, locality, separation, and source support historical comparison without presuming park occurrence or asserting floodplain impacts, present danger, causation, damage, or future seismicity.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Continue after 952.63 km² of hills, valleys, forests, wetlands, lakes and rivers

Discover another protected landscape beyond Chitwan’s earthquake records

Chitwan National Park’s source-linked earthquake section gives way to a separate atlas destination; Chitwan itself spans 952.63 km² of mixed relief with hills, valleys, forest, grassland, wetlands, lakes and major rivers. The onward recommendation does not transfer those characteristics or imply matching designation, location, geology, seismic observations, current hazard or risk.

National parkNepal

About 1.2 km away#1 closest

South

Parsa National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape Within Nepal's Geography

Explore its national park status and geographic setting.

Parsa National Park represents a significant protected area within the geographic framework of Nepal. This page provides critical atlas context, detailing the park's mapped boundaries and its role as a national park. It serves as an essential resource for understanding the specific landscape features and regional geographic positioning of Parsa National Park, contributing to a structured view of protected lands across South Asia.

Area: 627.39 km²
Established: 2017
IUCN: II
Relief: Lowland

Parsa National Park Protected Area

National parkWest Champaran District

About 13 km away#2 closest

Southwest

Valmiki National Park: A Vital National Park and Protected Landscape in Bihar

Explore unique Sivalik terrain and mapped protected area boundaries

Valmiki National Park, located in the West Champaran District of Bihar, is a significant protected area renowned for its unique geography. Situated at the interface of the Himalayas and the Gangetic plains, the park showcases a varied terrain including ridges, gorges, dense forests, and extensive wetlands. As Bihar's only national park and a designated tiger reserve, it offers rich insights into conservation landscapes and regional biodiversity for atlas exploration.

Area: 898.45 km²
Established: 1990
IUCN: II
Relief: Mixed relief

Valmiki National Park Protected Area

A watercolor painting depicting a river flowing through a valley with mountains in the background and green forests

National parkNepal

70 km away#3 closest

Northeast

Langtang National Park: Nepal's Pioneer Himalayan Protected Landscape and Alpine Atlas

Mapped glaciated terrain, sacred lakes, and towering peaks define this national park.

Langtang National Park, established as Nepal's first Himalayan national park, offers a unique window into high-altitude protected landscapes. Its geography is characterized by dramatic glaciated valleys, soaring mountain peaks including Langtang Lirung, and a rich diversity of alpine ecosystems. This page provides an atlas-centric view of the park's boundaries and its significance within the broader Himalayan conservation context.

Area: 1,710 km²
Established: 1976
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Langtang National Park protected landscape

National parkNepal

About 71 km away#4 closest

East

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park: National Park Mapping and Geographic Identity in Nepal

Explore protected boundaries and natural terrain.

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park serves as a prime example of a protected natural area within Nepal, offering valuable geographic context for atlas exploration. This detail page provides insights into the park's mapped boundaries, its designation as a national park, and its place within the country's diverse natural landscapes. Understanding the terrain and regional distribution of protected areas like Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park is crucial for a comprehensive geographic perspective.

Area: 159 km²
Established: 2002
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Shivapuri Nagarjun National Park Atlas

Wildlife reserveUttar Pradesh

96 km away#5 closest

Southwest

Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary: Geographic Overview of India's Major Floodplain Wetland

Mapped wetlands and protected landscape context in Uttar Pradesh

Located in the heart of the Indo-Gangetic plain, Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary features a complex network of seasonal water bodies and marshes. The sanctuary acts as a primary staging ground for migratory waterfowl, offering deep insights into floodplain hydrology, regional biodiversity, and the interplay between protected wilderness and active agricultural zones.

Area: 29 km²
Established: 1980
IUCN: IV
Relief: Lowland

Bakhira Wildlife Sanctuary Park Atlas

Wildlife reserveUttar Pradesh

179 km away#6 closest

West

Parvati Arga Bird Sanctuary: Wetland Geography and Protected Area Atlas of Uttar Pradesh

Examining oxbow lakes and freshwater habitat boundaries

Located in northern India, Parvati Arga Bird Sanctuary encompasses a vital mosaic of freshwater oxbow lakes and surrounding deciduous woodland. The sanctuary serves as a key conservation area within Uttar Pradesh, protecting essential waterbird habitats and demonstrating the complex hydro-geography of the Gangetic plain through its crescent-shaped lakes and marshy margins.

Area: 10.84 km²
Established: 1990
IUCN: IV
Relief: Lowland

Parvati Arga Bird Sanctuary Map and Geography

National parkKoshi Province

181 km away#7 closest

East

Sagarmatha National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity in Koshi Province

Explore the protected area's regional geographic context.

Sagarmatha National Park serves as a distinct protected national park entity. This page facilitates an in-depth understanding of its mapped boundaries and its location within Koshi Province. Users can explore the park's specific landscape characteristics and its position within the broader regional geography, providing a foundation for atlas and map-driven discovery.

Area: 1,148 km²
Established: 1976
IUCN: II
Visitors: 19K annual

Sagarmatha National Park Protected Landscape

National parkNepal

188 km away#8 closest

Northwest

Shey Phoksundo National Park: Nepal's Largest Trans-Himalayan Protected Landscape with Phoksundo Lake

Explore alpine terrain and unique protected ecosystems.

Delve into the geographical distinctiveness of Shey Phoksundo National Park, Nepal's expansive protected area. This park is defined by its dramatic elevation changes and the striking Phoksundo Lake, a vivid turquoise alpine reservoir set against barren, mountainous terrain. Understanding its trans-Himalayan setting and protected landscape context reveals its importance within the broader atlas of global natural areas.

Area: 3,555 km²
Established: 1984
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

Shey Phoksundo National Park Atlas

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Delve deeper into the specific geography and protected landscape of Chitwan National Park. Understanding its mapped boundaries and regional context within Nepal enhances your appreciation for its atlas significance. This exploration reveals more about the park's unique terrain and its role as a key protected area for focused geographic discovery.

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