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Recorded Earthquake History and Seismic Data for Deosai National Park in Gilgit-Baltistan

Access a structured, historical catalogue of earthquake events recorded in the proximity of Deosai National Park. This resource provides detailed records of seismic activity, including event dates, magnitude ratings, and focal depths, all associated with the park region through epicentre calculation. Understand the regional seismic context of the Deosai Plains through transparent, source-verified historical data.

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The Land of Giants, a high-altitude wilderness protecting the Himalayan brown bear

Deosai National Park

Deosai National Park is a high-altitude alpine wilderness area located in the Gilgit-Baltistan region of northern Pakistan, situated between the Skardu District and Astore District. The park encompasses the Deosai Plains, a vast rolling plateau averaging 4,114 metres above sea level, making it the second highest plateau in the world after the Changtang Tibetan Plateau. The landscape is characterized by expansive alpine meadows, undulating terrain, and a network of rivers including the Bara Pani, the largest watercourse traversing the park. The area lies to the east of Nanga Parbat in the western Himalayas, close to the central Karakoram Range, and is surrounded by the Deosai Mountains. The park was established in 1993 primarily to protect the critically endangered Himalayan brown bear and represents one of the most significant wilderness areas in Pakistan, recognized under IUCN Category Ib as a protected wilderness area.

Location: Pakistan
Park type: National park
Established: 1993
Area: 3,584 km²

Deosai National Park Protected Landscape

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Examine historical earthquake records near Deosai National Park

Explore source-linked earthquake observations around Deosai National Park, a 3,584 km² highland of plateau, valleys, mountains, grassland, rivers and lakes; use dates, magnitudes, depths, reported places and calculated distance to compare the historical record. Epicentre proximity is not proof of occurrence inside the protected boundary, wildlife or landscape impact, seismic causation, current risk or a forecast.

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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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Established: 2021
IUCN: II
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IUCN: II

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Explore mapped boundaries and alpine terrain in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Nanga Parbat National Park is a vast protected area defined by its spectacular Himalayan setting and dramatic alpine geography within Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. As a national park, it safeguards the immense Nanga Parbat massif, its surrounding glaciers, and diverse altitudinal landscapes. This page offers an atlas perspective for understanding the park's geographic scope, its mapped natural features, and its significance as a protected mountain wilderness.

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Established: 2021
IUCN: II
Relief: Mountain

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Astore Wildlife Sanctuary: Protected Alpine and Mountain Landscapes in Gilgit-Baltistan

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Astore Wildlife Sanctuary encompasses over 400 square kilometers of diverse mountain terrain in Pakistan. Spanning from temperate river valleys to glaciated alpine peaks, the sanctuary safeguards critical habitats for threatened species like the Astor markhor and the Himalayan brown bear. Use this geographic atlas data to understand its unique position within the western Karakoram borderlands.

Area: 414.72 km²
Established: 1975
Relief: Mountain
Climate: Alpine

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Mapped boundaries and natural terrain within India's national park system.

Gain insight into Dachigam National Park, a significant protected area located in the Srinagar district. This page provides detailed geographic context and an atlas-style view of its protected landscape. Understand its specific role as a national park and explore its mapped features, contributing to a comprehensive understanding of India's natural territories.

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Tectonic freshwater lake and Ramsar-recognized protected area.

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Wular Lake Nature Reserve Map

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Explore mapped boundaries and regional geography in Azad Kashmir.

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Ghamot National Park protected area map

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Salim Ali National Park: Mapped Protected Landscape in Jammu and Kashmir

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Salim Ali National Park is a recognized national park situated in the Jammu and Kashmir region. This entry provides specific insights into its designation as a protected area, focusing on its mapped geographic footprint and its contribution to the regional atlas of conservation lands. Understand the park's landscape context and its place within the broader geography of northern India, offering a detailed perspective for geographic exploration.

Area: 9.07 km²
Established: 1986
IUCN: II
Climate: Temperate

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Delve deeper into the mapped protected landscape of Deosai National Park by exploring its specific geographic context within Gilgit-Baltistan. Understanding the distribution and character of this high-altitude wilderness enhances your atlas discovery of Pakistan's natural areas and the unique ecosystems they represent. Continue to uncover the mapped terrain and regional significance of protected lands.

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