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There are plenty of activity options opened for you within the Indian
Wild life Sanctuaries and they are not just restricted to watching
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Southern India Jungles
 Main Forest Regions : |
Karnataka, Kerala, Tamilnadu,
Andhra Pradesh |
| Famous Wildlife Reserves : |
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, Bandipur
& Nagarhole National Parks |
| Wildlife Attractions : |
Indian Elephant, Bengal Tiger,
Nilgiri Tahr |
| Best Time To Visit : |
October To June |
Southern India is not just known for its coastal beauty but also for its
lush green sceneries, which enclose wildlife sanctuaries that are wilder
than life. Kerala has got one of the best sanctuaries in India at Periyar
for watching and photographing elephants at close quarters. With thickly
wooded hills, plateaus, deep valleys, waterfalls, rivers, marshes and streams,
the Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary is a perfect holiday retreat.
Sanctuaries and National Parks in Southern India Jungles
Periyar
Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala
Best known for its wildlife, is a must-see for all the visitors to Kerala.
The Periyar lake lies at the heart of the sanctuary, which is a veritable
paradise for all wildlife lovers.
Other Sanctuaries and National Parks in Southern India Jungles
Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu
Situated at an elevation of 1,000 metres and extending over an area of
321-sq-kms, Mudumalai Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the Nilgiri District
adjoining Kerala and Karnataka states.
Thattekad Bird Sanctuary, Kerala
Deep inside the dense tropical evergreen and deciduous forests and grassland
patches is located the Thatekkad Bird Sanctuary, home to India's bird
population of about 500 winged species. This sanctuary is located in between
the parts of river Periyar.
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala
One of the major Lion safari sites of Kerala, Parambikulam has one of
the largest population of Gaur or Indian Bison. Among its other wildlife
preservation attractions there is a Crocodile Rearing Centre and a Deer
Farm.
Silent Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, Kerala
This silent valley is the only vestige of a near virgin forest in the
whole of the Western Ghats. The Park is the home to the elephants, tigers,
wild dog, flying squirrel and lioned tailed macaque.
Bandipur & Nagarhole National Parks, Karnataka
Two of the most attractive national parks of Karnataka are Nagarhole and
Bandipur. Even if separate entities, they are a part of a large neighboring
wildlife reserve that also includes Madumalai Sanctuary of Tamil Nadu and
Wynad Reserve of Kerala.
Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
Karnataka Located on the scenic banks of river Kali, Dandeli is flourished
with richness of flora and fauna. If you are a nature lover then you will
definitely enjoy the richness and diversity of this captivating wild land.
Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka
The Bhadra wildlife sanctuary in the Chickmagalur & Shimoga Districts,
is one of the most fascinating sanctuaries, sheltering some exquisite flora
& fauna.
Pulicat Wildlife Sanctuary, Andhra
Pulicat wildlife sanctuary is famous as the second largest brackish water
lagoon in India along the coast of Bay Bengal. It is also a well-known feeding
and breeding ground for a variety of aquatic and terrestrial birds.
Srisailam Sanctuary, Andhra Pradesh
Nagarjuna Sagar - Srisailam Sanctuary is one of the biggest success stories
of Project Tiger in India. Adjoining the reserve is the large reservoir
of the Nagarjunasagar Dam on the River Krishna.
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