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Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
and Wildlife Sanctuary in Periyar
Set in
the serene environs of Kerala, which is famous for its quite beaches, lush
countryside and tranquil
backwaters, is the wildlife sanctuary in Periyar. The
Tiger Reserve is famous for its large population of the great Indian Elephants
which are a major attraction for tourists. The park also has a picturesque lake
in its middle, which provides a source of water for the wild animals. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary situated amidst picturesque environs is like a
kaleidoscope providing different shades of wildlife to the tourists. The best
time to visit the park is from October to June. The widlife sanctuary in
periyars offers the best adventure experience to be explored .
Periyar Wildlife
Attractions
You will be very lucky to spot a tiger in the park as there
are only about 40 tigers left here. Others animals which can be seen here
include gaur, wild pigs, sambar, barking deer, mouse deer and Indian wild dog.
The rare lion-tailed macaque, the Nilgiri langur, common langur and bonnet
macaque can also be seen frolocking around the branches of trees. There
are lots of fantastic Periyar Wildlife attractions available. The
sanctuary is also home to many bird species including darters, cormorants,
kingfishers, the great Malabar hornbill and racket-tailed drongoes. Some rare
species of reptiles including python and king cobra can also be seen.
Other Attractions in
Periyar Tours
» Kumily : The small
town of Kumily situated just 4 km from Periyar, is famous for its spice trade.
Some of the very best hotels providing excellent facilities to the tourists are
also situated here.
» Sight Seeing : The state of Kerala
is famous for its picturesque environs, palm fringed beaches and amazing
backwaters. Explore the rich cultural heritage of the place and visit some of
the famous churches, temples and other historical monuments.
» Boat Rides :
The
boat ride at the Periyar Wildlife Attractions is a major tourist attraction where you can
spot some wild animals basking in the sun or drinking water from the lake.
Visitors have the option of hiring their own boat or reserve a seat in one of
the larger boats. It is advisable to hire your own boat or take the 7 AM boat if
you want to get a closer glimpse of the wild animals.
General
Information and Useful Tips on Periyar Tours
» If you want to get a good view of wild
animals, visit the park during dry months as a lot of animals come near the lake
to drink water during that time.
» Some of the good hotels near Periyar
include Spice Village Hotel, Taj Garden Retreat and Lake Palace Hotel.
» Do
not carry any weapons or any such objects inside the park.
Getting
There
» By Air : The nearest airport is at Madurai (Tamil
Nadu), situated about 140 km from the park. Kochi (200 km) is another major
airport situated nearby. From the airport, buses or taxis can be hired to reach
Periyar.
» By Rail :
Kottayam situated at a distance of 114
km from Periyar is the nearest railway station.
» By Road :
Kumily is the nearest town from Periyar tours which has good road connections with
major towns including Kottayam, Ernakulam and Madurai in Tamil
Nadu.
