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About Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Set high in the ranges of the Western Ghats, in God’s Own Country, Kerala, is the Periyar National Park and Tiger Reserve. Periyar wildlife sanctuary has a picturesque lake at the heart of the sanctuary. Formed with the building of a dam in 1895, this reservoir meanders around the contours of the wooded hills, providing a permanent source of water for the local wildlife. Though its a Tiger Reserve, tourists come here to view the Indian elephants in the act of ablution and playfulness by the Periyar
lake.
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Major Wildlife Attractions in Periyar National Park |
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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.
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.
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.
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Other
Attractions in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
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Kumily
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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
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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. The upper deck is best
for wildlife viewing when taking a boat
cruise, but better turn up half an hour
early to get the best seat. To maximise
you chances, take the 7.00 am boat. You
can also consider renting your own boat. |
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Best Time to Visit Periyar |
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The best season to visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary is from the months of October and June. |
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How to Get there
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Air : Kochi (Cochin) at 200-kms or Madurai in Tamil Nadu at140-kms are the nearest airports from Periyar.
Rail : Kottayam at 114-kms is the nearest railhead from Periyar.
Road : Kumily, the nearest town from Periyar is well served by both state and private buses from Kottayam, Ernakulam and Madurai in Tamil Nadu. |
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General Info / Tips |
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Note : After heavy rains, chances of good wildlife sightings are very slim as the animals only come to the lake, when water sources inside the forest have dried up. |
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