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Indira Gandhi Sanctuary and National Park (Annamalai)
National Park
Indira Gandhi Sanctuary and National Park (Annamalai)
Indira Gandhi Sanctuary and National Park, also known as Annamalai Tiger Reserve, is a significant protected area located in the Anaimalai Hills of the Western Ghats in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. The park covers an area of about 1,479 square kilometers, including both core and buffer zones, and is part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
It was named to honor former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and was officially declared a tiger reserve in 2008 under Project Tiger. The sanctuary features a wide range of habitats, from wet evergreen forests to grasslands and shola forests, supporting rich biodiversity. It is home to endangered species such as Bengal tigers, Indian elephants, lion-tailed macaques, Nilgiri tahrs, and a vast variety of birds, reptiles, and amphibians.
The sanctuary also supports many tribal communities who participate in conservation efforts. It is a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts and researchers, with the climate best suited for visits between December and April. The park is accessible via Pollachi and Coimbatore, offering various activities like trekking, jeep safaris, and bird watching, making it a vibrant natural reserve in South India.
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Indira Gandhi Sanctuary and National Park (Annamalai) is located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
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