Sri Venkateshwara National Park

Sri Venkateswara National Park, located in the Chittoor and Tirupati districts of Andhra Pradesh, is a protected area known for its rich biodiversity and scenic landscapes. Established in 1989, the park spans an area of approximately 353 square kilometers and is part of the Seshachalam Biosphere Reserve.

Named after Lord Venkateswara, the deity of the famous Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, the park is a significant ecological and spiritual destination. Nestled in the Eastern Ghats, the park features a mix of dry deciduous and moist deciduous forests, home to a variety of flora and fauna.

The vegetation includes species such as red sanders, sandalwood, teak, and bamboo, along with rare endemic plants like Shorea talura and Terminalia pallida. The park is also a vital habitat for numerous wildlife species, including leopards, wild boars, sloth bears, sambar deer, jackals, and several species of monkeys.

It plays a role in tiger conservation as part of the Eastern Ghats Tiger Corridor. Birdwatchers can spot species such as the Indian golden oriole, paradise flycatcher, crested serpent eagle, and the critically endangered Oriental white-backed vulture.