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About Anamalai National Park
This is one of the
three wildlife sanctuaries on the slopes of the western Ghats along
the border between Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Though recently renamed the
Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary, most pe ople still refer to it by its
original name. It covers almost 1000 sq km and is home to elephant,
gaur (Indian bison), tiger, panther, spotted deer, wild boar, bear,
porcupine and civet cat. The Nilgiri tahr, commonly known as ibex, can
also be spotted as can many birds.
In the heart of this beautiful forested region is the Parmbikulam Dam
which has formed an immense plain of water that dpreads way into
Kerala. The rights to this water used mainly for irrigation and energy
purpose in Tamilnadu are the source of one of the area's bitter
disputes.
Climate The climate of this area
is quite pleasant throughout the year since it is close to
Kodaikanal, which is a hill station. However it can get cold at
night during winters.
Fauna
Amongst the wildlife found
here are, the Elephant, Gaur (Indian bison), Tiger, Panther, Nilgiri
Langur, Lion-Tailed Macaque, Wild Boar, Porcupine, Chital (Spotted
deer), Sambar, Mouse Deer, Barking Deer, Wild Dog and Nilgiri Tahr.
The Park has a large variety of bird species which includes Pied
hornbill, Red Whiskered Bulbul, Black-headed Oriole and Drongo. There
are also a large number of crocodiles in the Amravathi reservoir.
Flora The main species of
Flora includes Rosewood and Teak
How to Geting
There :
By Air :
The nearest airport is located at Coimbatore (90 km).
By Road
: Regular buses operate
from Palani and Coimbatore and stop at , Pollachi (35 km), there
are buses twice daily to the park, It is possible to hire private
vehicles from Pollachi and Parambikulam.
By Rail :
Pollachi is also on the Coimbatore-Dindigul rail route
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