Salakhan Fossils Park (also spelled Salkhan Fossil Park) is a unique geological and historical site located in Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is around 100 km from Varanasi, making it a popular day trip destination for nature lovers, geologists, and history enthusiasts.
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Salakhan Fossils Park (also spelled Salkhan Fossil Park) is a unique geological and historical site located in Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is around 100 km from Varanasi, making it a popular day trip destination for nature lovers, geologists, and history enthusiasts.
Arrive at Varanasi Airport / Railway Station and transfer to your hotel. Check in at hotel (standard time approx 1400 hrs). afternoon proceed for your Varanasi city tour which includes Kashi vishwnath temple Durga Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Manas Mandir, Kal Bhairav Temple ,Banaras Hindu University etc. followed by viewing Ganges aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat.
Overnight stay at hotelSalakhan Fosils Park Day Trip - En-Route Beautiful Lakhaniya Dari waterfall (20 Mins Photo-Stop Only) - (Private Basis) Post breakfast, set out to explore Salakhan Fosils Park. It is 03 hours drive from Varanasi with the landscape beautifully dotted with mountain peaks.
Salkhan Fossil Park, officially known as Sonbhadra Fossils Park, located in the Sonbhadra District of Uttar Pradesh, India, is a remarkable geological site, nestled amidst the verdant embrace of the Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary. It is situated near the village of Salkhan, around 15 kilometres from Robertsganj, the district headquarters. Spanning approximately 25 hectares, it sits within the Vindhyan mountain range, characterized by rugged terrain, steep escarpments, and a unique geological landscape. The park is home to a rich repository of fossils dating back approximately 1.4 billion years, making it one of the oldest and most well-preserved fossil sites in the world.
Salkhan and Yellowstone national Park (USA) boast rich collections of stromatolites and microfossils, providing insights into Proterozoic ecosystems. However, Salkhan's fossils are significantly older, dating back 1.4 billion years compared to Yellowstone's 500 million-year-old formations. This age difference is critical, as it offers a window into an earlier, less-understood and less-described period of Earth's history. Additionally, Salkhan's fossils exhibit exceptional preservation, allowing for more detailed scientific study
Lakhaniya Dari Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall, It is located along the Lakhaniya Valley, about 50 kilometres from Varanasi. The waterfall has a height of 150 metres. It is surrounded by lush greenery and wildlife offers a serene and refreshing escape from the bustling city life.In Evening drive back to Varanasi.
Overnight stay in hotel.Varanasi and Sarnath tour Early morning Ganges tour with boat ride and old Vishwanath Temple. After breakfast visit Sarnath – museum ( closed on Friday ),Dhamek & Dharmrajika stupa, Moolgandh Kuti and ruins of a monastery. You may visit Srilanka, Thai, Burmese , Japanese temple also by own. Afternoon at leisure.
Overnight stay in Varanasi.Varanasi – Departure After breakfast proceed to Varanasi Airport/Railway Station to board your flight/train to your hometown. Holiday Concludes. Let’s stay in touch on Facebook\email and meet again on another Memorable Holiday.
