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Periyar National Park Travel Guide
Exploring the Heart of Periyar National Park: A Travel Guide
Periyar National Park, also known as Periyar Tiger Reserve, is a protected wildlife sanctuary located in the southern Indian state of Kerala. The park is situated around the man-made Periyar Lake, which is at the heart of the park and it is known for its rich biodiversity, scenic beauty and its diverse wildlife.
The park is home to a wide variety of animals such as Indian elephants, Bengal tigers, Indian leopards, gaur (Indian bison), sambar deer, wild boar, and a variety of other mammals. The park is also known for its rich birdlife, and birdwatchers can spot several species of birds such as the Malabar trogon, the Malabar hornbill, the great hornbill and the southern hill myna.
The park offers visitors several options to explore its wilds such as boat safaris, treks and elephant rides, which can be arranged by the forest department. Boat safaris are the most popular activity among visitors as it allows them to see a wide range of wildlife and scenic beauty of the park from the lake. The trekking is also a great way to explore the park as it allows visitors to see the wildlife and birds along the Periyar River. Elephant rides allow visitors to explore some parts of the park that are not accessible by foot or boat.
The best time to visit Periyar National Park is between October and June, during this time the weather is pleasant and the chances of spotting wildlife are higher.
Overall, Periyar National Park is a must-visit destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, offering an opportunity to explore the rich biodiversity and scenic beauty of Kerala. The park is a great place to spot a variety of wildlife and experience the thrill of being in the wild. Visitors should also be mindful of the park's rules and regulations and always respect the park's natural environment and its inhabitants.
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Fauna
The park has about 35 species of mammals in which a lot of animals are threatened. There is an elephant reserve and also a tiger reserve. There are 35 Bengal tigers with some white tigers. Some other mammals that are found in the park are Jungle Cat, Indian giant squirrels, wild boars, sambar, string-lengin mongose, eucalyptus tahar, sloth bear, gaur, salim Ali's fruit bat, Nilgiri Marten, and many And.
Flora
Periyar National Park is compiled with many foreign and amazing plants and trees. There are tropical evergreen and grasslands, lakes and river ecosystems, moist deciduous forests, and eucalyptus stands. In addition, there are many flowering plants that form about 1717 species of grass, and orchids of about 140 species.
Periyar Lake Cruise
Attractive elements of the national park, including natural instinct, greenery, various animals, both aquatic and land, and facilities on the cruise, compile together to provide you with a adventure spirit that you will love and remember forever. If you are in the park, you cannot remember on Periyar Lake Cruise. It seems fantastic that the cruise provides together with all tourists and locals, it is beautiful.
Mangala Devi Kannagi Temple
Mangala Devi Kannagi Temple, also known as Mangala Devi Temple, is located on the Tamil Nadu-Kerala border at Thekkady in Idukki district of Kerala. The temple is dedicated to Kannagi or Kannaki, who was a legendary woman believed to be synonymous with strength and conviction. The temple is said to have been built more than 2000 years ago. The temple stands amidst the thick Periyar Tiger Reserve, and is one of the unique temples in South India. People visit the temple not only to seek blessings from the deity, but also to experience the wilderness of the surroundings.
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