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Periyar National Park |
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One of major tourism spots in south India, 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. It is the perfect abode for eco tourists out to spend Indian holidays in the heaven itself.
The
Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the 16 Project
Tiger Reserves in India.A
dam that was constructed on the River Periyar in 1895
resulted in the adjoining forests being granted protection
by the Maharaja of Travancore. The resulting Periyar
Lake and its surrounding forests, provide protection
to the animals within. The forests are a mixture of
deciduous, semi-evergreen, and evergreen trees with
patches of marsh and grasslands.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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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.
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¤ Periyar Weekend Getaway
Duration : 2 Nights / 3 Days
Destinations Covered : Delhi - Periyar
Day
- 1 » Delhi - Periyar National
Park
Arrive at noon at the resort in Periyar. Enjoy a afternoon
boat ride in
Periyar lake for wildlife viewing. Overnight in the
resort.
Day
- 2 » Periyar Wild Life Sanctuary
Enjoy a morning boat ride for elephant tracking and
bird watching. One can
also indulge in wildlife photography over here. The
visit to the Periyar National
Park lasts for about three hours. Return back to the
resort for having breakfast & lunch. You can also
opt for taking up a forest trail and explore the Periyar
park surroundings or bird-watch. Afternoon boat ride
for wildlife viewing. Overnight stay at the resort in
Periyar.
Day
- 3 » Periyar National Park -
Delhi / Onward Destination
Depart for onward journey after breakfast from Periyar.
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Other
Attractions in Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary
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. 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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For
further information contact :
Field Director, ProjectTiger,Kanjikuzhi,
Kottayam, Kerala. |
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Best
Time to Visit Periyar
The best season to visit Periyar wildlife sanctuary is from
the months of October and June. |
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General
Info / Tips
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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