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Bandipur National Park
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Location :
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Karnataka |
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Nearest Access : |
Mysore
& Ooty (80-kms) |
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Main Wildlife Found : |
Asian
Elephants and Gaurs |
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Coverage Area : |
874.20-sq-kms |
About Bandipur
National Park
Halfway down the Mysore-Ooty highway, the Deccan Plateau rises to
meet the wrinkled folds of the Western Ghat mountains. Here lies
one of India's best-known wildlife reserves - Bandipur National
Park. It is situated within Chamarajanagar district in the
southern Indian state of Karnataka, and abuts the states of Tamil
Nadu & Kerala. Endowed with a moderate climate and diverse
geographical features, the park supports a remarkable variety of
flora and fauna, making it a veritable paradise for wildlife.
In 1973, Bandipur became one of the first of India's Tiger
Reserves and the southernmost of the nine reserves specially
established under Project Tiger. In 1974, intention was declared
under the Wildlife Protection Act to notify it as a National Park.
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Flora & Fauna in Bandipur National Park
The scrub jungles towards the eastern limits of the park consist
of stunted trees, interspersed with bushes and open grassy
patches. Towards its northwestern fringes, there is a gradual
shift in the vegetation from open dry deciduous forests to
tropical mixed deciduous forests. These diverse habitats support
an enormous diversity of animal life.
With the onset of pre-monsoon showers in April, Bandipur begins to
unfold in all its glory. The resident birds commence their
breeding activities. The air is filled with their melodious calls.
Sprouting grass in the meadows and view lines attract elephants
and the majestic gaur in large numbers. For the tourist who comes
to watch the larger mammals in their natural surroundings,
Bandipur is a paradise from April to October. Even before this,
during summer, when dryness prevails over most parts of Bandipur,
the backwaters of the Kabini Reservoir in the northwestern portion
of the park host huge congregations of large mammals, especially
the elephant and the gaur. This unique feature makes a
breathtaking spectacle, and is almost the only one of its kind in
Asia.
Best Time to Visit Bandipur National Park
The ideal time to visit the Bandipur National Park is between the
months of April and October.
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How to Get there
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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