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Sundarban National Park |
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Piyali, West Bengal |
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Gosaba (50-kms) |
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d Main Wildlife
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Bengal Tiger, Ridley Sea Turtle |
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1330, 10-Sq-Kms |
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About Sundarban National Park
The vast swampy delta of the two great Indian rivers, Brahamaputra and
the Ganges extends over areas comprising of mangrove forests, swamps
and forest island all interwoven in a network of small rivers and
streams. The Sundarbans National Park, home of the Royal Bengal Tiger,
covering an area of ap proximately
1330.10-sq-kms and the largest mangrove forest in the world, form the
core of this area. The Sundarban region has got its name from Sundari
trees, once found in abundance here.
The Ganges and the Brahmaputra form this alluvial archipelago of 54
islands watered by the Bay of Bengal. The islands Goasaba, Sandeshkali
and Basanti form the northern boundary of the Sundarbans; on the south
is the sea; to the west side of the Sunderbans park is the Matla and
Bidya Rivers and to the east is the international boundary of
Bangladesh.
Flora in Sundarbans National Park
Fascinating life forms await you in this largest estuarine delta in
the world, Sunderbans. In April and May the flaming red leaves of the
Genwa, edge the emerald islands. The crab like red flowers of the
Kankara and the yellow blooms of Khalsi add to the dazzling display.
As you penetrate into the forests of Sundarbans, this fairyland
unfolds its mysterious beauty.
Major Wildlife Attractions of Sundarbans
The Sundarbans forest is home to more than 400 tigers. The Bengal
Tigers have adapted themselves very well to the saline and aqua
environs and are extremely good swimmers. As you enter the adventurous
wild land of the Sundarbans you'll be thrilled to see the Chital Dear
and Rhesus Monkey. The aqua fauna of Sundarbans include variety of
fishes, red Fiddler Crabs and Hermit Crabs.
There are crocodiles, which can be often seen along the mud banks.
Sundarbans national park is also noted for its conservation of the
Ridley Sea Turtle. There's is a incredible variety of reptiles also
found in Sundarbans, which includes King Cobra, Rock Python and Water
Monitor. The endangered river Terrapin, Batagur Baska is found on the
Mechua Beach, while the Barkind Deer is found only in Holiday Island
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Attractions In Sundarbans National Park
The Sajnakhali Sanctuary :The Sajnakhali
sanctuary, famous for its rich avian population, is regarded as a part
of the Sunderbans National Park. The kingdom of birds at Sajnekhati
enchants your eyes. The
most sought after sights by a bird watcher are seven colourful species
of Kingfisher, white bellied Sea Eagle, Plovers, Lap-Wings, Curfews,
Whimbrels, Sandpipers and occasional Pelican.
Netidhopani : At Netidhopani, the ruins of a
400 year old temple and legends lend mystery to the atmosphere.
Bhagabatpur : Bhagabatpur is famous for having
a hatchery of the largest estuarine crocodiles in the world.
Kanak : Kanak is the nesting place of the Olive
Ridley Turtles.
Haliday Island : Haliday island is famous as
last retrest of Barking Dear in India.
Piyali : Piyali is the gatway to Sundarbans,
72-kms from Kolkatta by road and close to Sajnekhali, Sudhanyakhali,
Netidhopani through waterways. A small river Piyali flows through the
green paddy fields and mingles with river Matla. Picturesque Piyali
delta makes an ideal romantic holiday destination. A beautiful tourist
complex with accommodation and recreation facilities is also situated
over here.
Kaikhali :
On your way to Sundarbans you cannot afford to miss Kaikhali Island,
where nature is so alive and so colourful. An ideal picnic spot |
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Best Time to Visit Sundarbans National Park
The ideal time to visit the Sundarbans national park is during the
months of September and May. Winter make the time to see the mighty
Royal Bengal Tiger sun-bathing on the river banks.
How to Get there
Air : The nearest airport is Kolkatta, at
112-kms.
Rail : Canning is nearest railhead, at a
distance of 48-kms.
Road : Road transportation is available from
Kolkatta for Namkhana (105-kms), Sonakhali (100-kms), Raidighi
(76-kms), Canning (64-kms), and Najat (92-kms), which are all near the
Sunderbans and have access to the riverine waterways leading to it.
Waterways : Sundarbans are accessible only by
riverrine waterways. Motor launch facilitiy are available from
Namkhana - Bhagabatpur Crocodile Project- Sagar Island -Jambudwip;
from Sajnekhali - Sudhanyakhali-Buridabri- Netidhopan-Holiday Island;
from Sonakhali - Gosaba; from Raidighi - Kalas
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General Info / Tips
Permits : For Foreigners for Tiger Projects &
Sajnekhali,
Contact: Secretary, West Bengal Forest Department, Writer's Blidge,
Kolkatta - 700001, on request.
Permit For Other Areas of the Sundarbans :
Field Director, Sundarbans Tiger Reserve, PO Canning, District 24
Parganas, West Bengal |
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