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Wild
Life is vast and extensive in the south Indian states
of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka
and Kerala. The forests of South India survive
mainly along the Western Ghats, a range of
fairly high hills that run parallel to the west coast
of India.
Located in Kodagu
and Mysore districts of Karnataka is
the lush green tropical rain forest rich in wild life,
flora, little streams, undulating valleys and fascinating
waterfalls.
Welcome to The Nagarhole
National Park.
It is a magnificient
eco system, full of life and activities of some of
the most magnificent animals, birds and plant life.
This was the hunting ground of the ex Maharajas
of Mysore. No wonder it was a paradise for them.
Good clean surroundings, clean fresh air, aromatic
trees like rosewood, teak, sandal,
silver oak and plenty of wild game.
Nagarhole attracts
wild life lovers from all over the world. Some of
the wild life species found here are four horned
antelope, panther, warblers hornbills,
macaques, spotted deer, mouse deer,
pangolin, gaur, giant flying squirrel,
reptiles, lizards, snakes and
a variety of Primates including black faced
langur, rhesus monkey and gibbons.
Lodging facilities
are excellent and services of naturalists are
available along with excellent transport to
explore the park. Those wanting to be more adventerous
can visit the park on elephant back.
Jungles
are a source of fresh air, fodder and medicines. Do
not destroy them.
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Best
time to Visit
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October - March
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Accommodation
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Kabini River Lodge with excellent facilities
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Nearest
town
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Kutta (7 kms), Mysore (80 kms)
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How
to get there
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Rail
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Mysore
(80 kms),
Air
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Bangalore
(220 kms)
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Species
found
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Elephant,
tiger, panther, chital, sambar, sloth bear,
jungle fowl, partridge, pheasants etc.
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