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Bandipur National Park

About Bandipur National Park

Location of Bandipur: Karnataka Nearest Access to Bandipur : Mysore & Ooty (80-kms)
Coverage Area of Bandipur: 874.20-sq-kms
Climate of Bandipur: Winter : varies between18°C and 24°C, Summer: 21°C – 37°C
Major Attractions in Bandipur: Elephants ,Gaurs, Tigers, Leopard, Wild Dog and sloth bear
Best Time to Visit Bandipur: April – October
Bandipur National Park is located in the southern Indian state of Karnataka. It lies on the merging point of Western Ghats and Nilgiri Hills. It was established by the government of India as a part of Project Tiger in 1973 covering over 874 sq. km of land. Bandipur National Park is home for many endangered wild species of India. The once hunting ground for the kings of Mysore, Bandipur National Park has some of the most exotic wildlife species of plants and animals. Bandipur National Park together with the adjoining Nagarhole National Park, Mudumalai National Park and Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary make up the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, the largest protected area in south India.

Major Wildlife Attractions

Bandipur National Park supports a wide variety of wildlife in the protected area. Many endangered species of plants, mammals, birds and reptiles can be found in this national park. The forests of nearby Nagarhole, Mudumalai and Wayanad form a continuous forest belt with many hills, seasonal streams and dry deciduous forests. Teak, Rosewood, Sandalwood and giant clumping bamboo are few of the timber trees that are supported by this region.
The diverse ecosystem of the region makes it a major wildlife tourist attraction in south India. It is also a great place for bird-watching as many different species of birds can be seen in the denser parts of the jungle. Himavad Gopalaswamy Betta is hill located in the core of Bandipur National Park and is a major tourist attraction. It is the highest peak in Bandipur National Park and many wild animals, like elephants, can be seen roaming around the hill.

Flora and Fauna in Bandipur National Park

The forest of Bandipur consists of dry deciduous forests, moist deciduous forests and shrub-lands. Sandalwood, golden shower tree, Indian gooseberry and black cutch are some of the trees found in this region. In Bandipur National Park, one can see Indian elephants, Indian bison (gaurs), Bengal tiger, sloth bears, muggers, Indian rock pythons, four-horned antelopes and Indian wild dog (dholes). Chital, gray langurs and Indian giant squirrels can also be spotted easily in the park. Indian chameleon, Indian pond terrapin and flying lizards are commonly seen reptiles in the park.

Avian Population in Bandipur National Park

Over 200 species of birds make this national park their home. Honey buzzards, red-headed vultures, Indian vultures, flower-peckers, hoopoes, Indian rollers, brown fish owls, crested serpent eagles and changeable hawk-eagles are some of the birds found in Bandipur National Park. Peafowl, grey junglefowl, crows and drongos are among the most commonly seen birds in Bandipur.

When to Visit Bandipur National Park

The best time to visit Bandipur National Park is from April to October. Elephants, gaurs and other large animals can be easily potted near the backwaters of Kabini Reservoir during the summer. Rainy season is a very good time to see large herds of elephants roaming in the forests.

How to Reach Bandipur National Park

Air : The nearest airport is at Bangalore which is 220 km from Bandipur.

Rail : Mysore is nearest railhead, at a distance of 80-kms.

Road : 220 km from Bangalore; 80 km from Mysore; 80 km from Ooty.

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Location of Bandhavgarh National Park

Located on the Vindhyan hill range, the altitude of Bandhavgarh National Park varies from between 44 to 81 meter above sea level. The nearest airport is in Khajuraho, which is 240 km away (4-hour drive). Umaria is the nearest railway station located 48 km away.

Bandhavgarh National Park Climate

Winter nights are freezing (2°C; 36°F), summer unpleasantly hot (maximum 42°C; 108°F

When to go?

February to May is favourable; park remains closed from beginning July to end October).

How to Reach Bandhavgarh National Park

Private bus and car hire available from Umaria (32km; 20 miles), Amarpatan (80km; 50 miles), Shahdol (97km; 60 miles) and Rewa (105km; 65 miles), as well as from Khajoraho and Satna.

Facilities at Park

Accommodation provided by the MPSTDC (Wriite Tiger Forest Lodge) and many private lodges at Tala (Bandhavgarh Jungle Camp - former Maharaja of Rewa's palace - and Tiger Trails). Visitors may enter park in their own vehicles (petrol only as diesel banned here); alternatively hire a taxi at Tala (park entry point). Park open from dawn to dusk. At entry gate, trained guides with interpretive skills can lead visitors through the park.

Booking for Bandhavgarh National Park

Prior booking essential; write to: The Manager, White Tiger Forest Lodge, Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation: Umaria. Shahdol District, Madhya Pradesh; dr Tourist Officer, Head Office, MPSTDC, 4th Floor Gangotri,T T Nagar,Bhopal.

Conservation History

Long before India got its independence, Bandhavgarh Fort was the ruling seat of the kings of Rewa. In 1617 AD, the rulers of Rewa deserted the fort and moved to a new location of Rewa town. After independence, the forest of Bandhavgarh started degrading due to negligence from the government. Maharaja Martand Singh of Rewa, after seeing the slow destruction of the forest, proposed that the forest area should be protected and conserved. In 1968, an area of 105 sq. km was declared as national park and was increased to 438 sq. km later in 1982. In 1993, Bandhavgarh National Park became a part of Project Tiger.

Archeology

Mythologically the fort was built by Lord Rama for his brother Laxman, during Ramayan period. There are a number of man made caves (35) in Bandhavgarh with inscriptions and carvings, which date back between about 129-168 A.D. Statues of various incarnations of Lord Vishnu, which were carved out of single rocks are found in the fort. "Sheshshaiya" the statue of lord Vishnu in reclining pose is the biggest of all and attracts every tourist. These statues date back to 10-11th Century A.D.

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