Bandipur National Park – The Perfect Escape Into Wilderness

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Bandipur, a calm and quiet place hidden amongst the thick greenery of Karnataka. It was established in the year 1931 and it is a very beautiful wildlife center. Every year, tourists visit Bandipur to enjoy the beauty of this place, the nature and also the calm and quiet environment that it is famous for. Bandipur is situated in Chamarajanagar district.
Located in the Nilgiris, this town is edged by the Moyar, Nugu and Kabini Rivers which flood this area. Apart from the rivers, you can also find many streams that are seasonal, and flow through this region. Bandipur is under the Nilgiri-Biosphere-Reserve and so, it is also the country’s first biosphere reserve known till date. The town makes a very beautiful and enjoyable stay. You also get to enjoy Bandipur Campfire and Bandipur Bonfire in the evenings and at night.
Bandipur was chosen as the site for saving Tigers. This initiative was taken to protect the tigers and some other endangered species by the Indian Government. The tigers have somewhat increased in number since then. This place is the ...
... home of some very large animals like Hornbills, Elephants, Sambars, the Wild Dog, the Giant Squirrel, Partridges and Deers. You can also find endangered species like the Four-Horned Antelope, Panthers, Sloth Bears, Pythons, Mouse Deers, Pea Fowls and a few more. Besides this, the place also houses some exotic trees like methi, bamboo, and teak. There are 2 wildlife sanctuaries attached to Bandipur - Mudumalai Sanctuary and Waynad Sanctuary. You won’t find any human settlement in or around the Reserve, but there are around 200 villages in the outskirts of this area. This is an excellent tourist spot and makes a memorable stay for those who visit it. Bandipur Resorts and Bandipur Hotels are classy and at par with the tourists. Bandipur Homestay is famous as well.
Why should you visit Bandipur for? Here’s why:
1. Bandipur is the country’s most well protected areas for endangered animals and has a huge tiger reserve. If you wish to enjoy the forest and the quietness, you should visit this place.
2. Bandipur National Park is large and is spread over eight hundred kilometers. It connects three national parks and is India's one of the biggest national parks for animals. It's a great location for picnics, camping, and expeditions.
3. The Elephant reserve which is inside the National park offers you a great expedition full of a wide range of elephants from all over India to be seen and captured in pictures. If you choose, you can feed the elephants as well.