Hemis National Park is home to one of the rarest and endangered species of wildlife which is the snow leopard. Established in the year 1987 as a national park, the total area of the park was 3350sq. km initially, which was later on increased to 4400sq. km in 1990. The area is known for its unique biodiversity and is a protected home for many threatened animals such as leopards, Asiatic Ibex, Tibetan Wolf, Red Fox, etc.
