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One of the
well known wildlife sanctuaries in the south,
Periyar wildlife sanctuary attracts a large
number of wild life lovers, every year. The
Periyar wildlife sanctuary is situated near
Kumily (4 km), Kerala, in the hills of the
Wesern Ghats in India . Spread over an area
of 777 square kilometers, the Periyar sanctuary
is an ideal place to watch animals playing
in their natural habitat.
This place is ideal for watching the animals
in their natural habitat. The forest here
slopes into the man-made lake at the bottom
of the hill. This lake serves as the waterhole
for the animals and they come here to drink
or take a dip. Elephants, Gaur, Sambhar and
even tigers can be spotted here. In the lap
of the mountains, the Periyar wildlife sanctuary's
environ is like a canvas of many shades. The
fresh air of the moist deciduous forest gives
one a chance to experience the peace and serenity
and long to return for more. |
| Best
time to Visit – Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
| This
Sanctuary is a wildlife enthusiast and photographer's
dream. It offers excellent accommodation and
internal transportation facilities. Visitors
can visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary throughout
the Year; still the beast period is during
the months of October to June. |
| Wild
Attractions in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
The Sariska National
park is rich in both- flora and fauna. The
birdlife comprises of Darters, Cormorants,
Kingfishers, the great Malabar Hornbill and
racket-tailed Drongoes. The reptilian population
boasts Of Monitor Lizards that can be spotted
basking in the sun, on the rocks along the
lakeshore. Visitors who trek into the Periyar
national park often see a Python and sometimes
even a King Cobra.
Apart from Elephants, the other animals to
be seen in the Periyar sanctuary are Gaur,
Wild Pigs, Sambar, Barking Deer, Mouse Deer,
Dole or Indian Wild Dog and very rarely, a
Tiger. There are, now, an estimated 40 tigers
here. Four species of primates are found at
Periyar - the rare lion-tailed macaque, the
Nilgiri Langur, Common Langur And Bonnet Macaque.
Periyar also happens to be the habitat of
the elusive Nilgiri Tahr, which is rarely
to be seen.
Over 260 species of migratory and domestic
birds are found in the Periyar sanctuary.
Some of the major species of birds found in
the park comprises the Nilgiri wood pigeons,
black-winged kites, blue-winged parakeets,
great Indian hornbills, white-bellied tree
pies, laughing thrushes, fly catchers, darters,
cormorants, barbets and plovers among many
others. |
| Other
Attractions in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Periyar is dotted with
many interesting places, including - |
Kumily
- Situated just 4-kms from Periyar,
Kumily is a growing town where tourism is
fastly catching up just like the spice trade,
the major occupation of this small town. The
town is also well equipped with the excellent
hotels and resorts for accommodation.
Cradomom Hills - Periyar
and Kumily are the most convenient points
from which visitors can easily explore Kerala's
beautiful Cardamom hills. Guide will approach
you at offers of trips via jeep or taxi to
the hills and if you can get a group together,
these trips work out as a good travel value.
Boat Cruises - Boat cruises
make the best option to check out the wilds
of Periyar Sanctuary.Today the Periyar lake
presents an excellent boating spot for tourists.
Although it is unusual to see many animals
from the boats, still you spot a family of
Elephants, Wild Boar, and Sambar Deer by the
water's edge. |
| How
to reach |
| Periyar
Wildlife Sanctuary can be easily accessible
through air, train or bus. |
By
Air: The nearest airport is at Kochi(Cochin)
at a distance of 200 kilometers from Periyar.
One can also take a flight to Madurai in Tamil
Nadu, 140 kilometers from the destination.
By Rail: Kottayam at distance
of 114 kilometers from Periyar, is the nearest
railhead.
By Road: Periyar
is well connected via road ways. Kumily, the
nearest town from Periyar is properly connected
with both the states - Kerala and Tamil Nadu
by private buses, state buses or coaches.
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So, what are you waiting for..?
Just, pack your bags and enjoy
the adventure and the excitement, you seek.
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