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Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary
Wildlife | Kerala | India
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats and abounds unique thorny scrub forest...
Updated On: 10/9/2009
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Located at Devikulam taluk of Idukki district Kerala, Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is a well-known reserve that extends over an area of over 90 sq km. Recognized as a wildlife sanctuary in 1984, it lies in the rain shadow region of the Western Ghats. As a result, Chinnar gets only about 48 rainy days in a year during the months of October and November when Northeast monsoons are at work.

The sanctuary abounds in a variety of trees, including the unique thorny scrub forest with Xerophytic species. The flora of the sanctuary comprises dry deciduous forest, thorny scrub forests, high sholas and wet grasslands. It is, indeed, a reservoir of tranquil greenery ensconced the verdant valley. Among the species of flora include Acacia arabica (Karivelam), Acacia leucofolia (Velvelam), Santalum album (Chandanam), Anogeissuslatifolia (Mazhukanjiram), Elaeocarpus recurvatus (Bhadraksham) and Strobilanthus kunthianus (Neelakurinji). The rippling topography with breathtaking spectacle of craggy rocks adds to the scenic grandeur of the sanctuary.

Wildlife: Elephant, Gaur, Spotted Deer, Panther, Sambar, The Endangered Giant Grizzled Squirrel, Hanuman Langur, Rabbit, Black Eagles, Peacocks.

Adventure: Trekking, Boating, Camping, Bird safari, Jungle Safari.

Best Time to Visit Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary:

December to April

How to reach Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary:

The Munnar-Udumalpet road passes through the sanctuary providing an easy access to the place. State transport buses provide regular services from all the major neighboring cities. Another option is to hire taxi or travel in your own four wheeler.

Where to stay in Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary:

Accommodations are easily available at wide array of lodges, hotels and guesthouses that provide all kinds of comforts to those visiting the Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary. Government Guesthouses are available at Munnar and Udumalpetta.


Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary Related Words:

Elephant, Gaur, Spotted Deer, Panther, Sambar, The Endangered Giant Grizzled Squirrel, Hanuman Langur, Rabbit, Black Eagles, Peacocks, Western Ghats, Acacia Arabica, Acacia Leucofolia, Santalum Album, Anogeissuslatifolia, Elaeocarpus Recurvatus, Strobilanthus Kunthianus, India

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