Wildlife
Sancturies in India- Periyar/Thekkady
Wildlife Sanctuary |
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| Location
of Periyar/Yhekkady Wildlife Sanctuary: |
Kumily,
Kerala, India |
| Area covered: |
778 sq km |
| Main Wildlife Found
in Periyar/Yhekkady Wildlife Sanctuary: |
Elephant. Tiger,
Leopard, Nilgiri Langur |
| Best time to visit
Periyar/Yhekkady Wildlife Sanctuary: |
October
to June |
 The
Periyar wildlife sanctuary an ideal destination
for wildlife enthusiasts, Periyar is reputed
as one of the most popular wildlife sanctuary
in India. Visit Periyar and have a time
of your life in a park that is a haven to
a number of wild and feathered species.
Also known as Thekkady Wildlife Sanctuary,
it provides a perfect atmosphere for watching
wild animals in their natural habitat.
Spread across an area of 777 sq. km Cardamom
hills of Western Ghats, the Periyar wildlife
sanctuary is located 137 km from Madurai.
Take an excursion on the splendid artificial
lake to experience the exciting wildlife
of the Periyar wildlife sanctuary. The forest
here slopes into the periyar lake, which
serves as the waterhole for the animals
where they can be spotted taking a dip or
drinking the water. Boat services are available
to take the visitor around the lake.
 The
major attractions of the Periyar National
Park include Elephant, Guar, Sambhars and
Tigers. A variety of other wild species
including Bison, Spotted Deer, Leopards,
Malabar Flyings Squirrels, Stripe necked
Mongooses and countless others can also
be spotted around the periyar lake. There
are over 260 species of birds here, including
Nilgiri Wood Pigeons, Blue-Winged Parakeets,
White Bellied Tree Pies, Laughing Thrushes
and Fly Catchers.
Excursions from Periyar:
Tiger Trail Nature Walk, Visit to Spice Plantations,
Munnar Tea Plantations
Access to Periyar :
The nearest domestic airport and railway station
of Periyar is at Madurai .
Bestseason to Visit Periyar :
The Park is open throughout the year &
best season to visit the Periyar National
Park is between October to March.
Hotels in Periyar :
Spice Village Resort, Periyar :
Situated in the heart of the Cardamom Hills
of Kerala, Spice Village is an unprecedented
tourist destination of Kerala, offering a
rare opportunity to view South India's wildlife
and beauty. There are 52 rooms in the hotel-
47 double & 5 suites. The distinguished
features include: Swimming Pool, Elephant
Ride, and Boat Safari to view animals.
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hotel now...
Hotel Taj Garden Retreat, Periyar :
Situated just 150 Kms. from Madurai, Taj Garden
Retreat has 32 spacious rooms equipped with
all facilities such as multi-cuisine restaurant,
a well- stocked bar, swimming pool & an
Ayurvedic Massage Centre. The retreat has
one conference hall with seating for 35 persons
in a theatre-style.
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Periyar hotel now...
Cardamom County Resort, Periyar :
Cardamom County is a newly built hotel in
Periyar & very well located near the Periyar
wildlife sanctuary. All rooms are well furnished
with all modern amenities with balconies to
have a good view of the nature. The Periyar
hotel is just 148 km from Madurai airport
& 134 Kms from Madurai railway station.
Amenities - Bar, Room Service, Hot & Cold
Running Water, Telephone. T.V, Channel Music,
Safe Deposit, Balcony, Ayurvedic Health Club,
Swimming Pool, All Major Credit Cards Accepted.
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hotel in Periyar now...
Hotel Arya Niwas, Periyar :
Tiger Camp - an Eco-Resort in Periyar offers
accommodation to nature enthusiasts. The Resort
offers fully furnished cottages made with
local material.
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hotel in Periyar now...
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