Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is a unique thorny scrub forest with xerophyte species.
Chinnar is the habitat of the endangered Giant Grizzled Squirrel of India. Located in the rainshadow area of the Western Ghats, unlike other sanctuaries, Chinnar has only 48 rainy days in a year.
Dry deciduous forests, high sholas and wet grasslands are also found here.
As one travels from Karimuthi to Chinnar Elephants, Spotted Deer, Sambhar, Hanuman monkey and even Peacocks can be seen on either sides of the road.
Declared as a wildlife sanctuary in 1984, it is spread over an area of 90,422 sq. kms.The undulated terrain with rocky patches adds to the scenic splendour of the sanctuary.
How To Get There
By Air
Cochin International Airport is the nearest airport, about 150 kms from Munnar.
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Munnar
The nature, absolutely untouched has led to the christening of this place as 'Virgin Munnar', in the tourism industry. Increasing fame and the growth of visitors may soon account to deletion of this description. more.
Kuthumkal Waterfalls The sheer beauty of the place allures thousands of visitors every year. It's a perfect location for people who are interested in watching the heavenly bodies, as the sky here is free from pollution. |
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