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Tirukostiyur to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

Updated: March 19, 2024 07:48 PM
Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary

Tirukostiyur to Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located in the Western Ghats of India. It is spread over an area of 90.44 km2 (35.31 sq mi) and is home to a variety of flora and fauna. The sanctuary is located in the districts of Idukki and Pathanamthitta in Kerala. The nearest town to the sanctuary is Munnar, which is located about 60 km (37 mi) away.

The sanctuary is home to a variety of animals, including elephants, tigers, leopards, gaur, sambar, and Nilgiri tahr. The sanctuary is also home to a variety of birds, including Malabar grey hornbill, great Indian hornbill, and Nilgiri wood pigeon.

The best time to visit the sanctuary is during the winter months (October to March) when the weather is pleasant.

Here are some of the things to do in the sanctuary:

  • Go on a wildlife safari
  • Visit the Chinnar Wildlife Interpretation Center
  • Go for a hike or a nature walk
  • Visit the nearby town of Munnar

Here are some of the places to eat in the sanctuary:

  • The Chinnar Wildlife Interpretation Center Restaurant
  • The Munnar Tea Gardens Restaurant
  • The Spice Village Restaurant

Here are some of the places to stay in the sanctuary:

  • The Chinnar Wildlife Interpretation Center Guest House
  • The Munnar Tea Gardens Guest House
  • The Spice Village Guest House

Here are some of the frequently asked questions about the sanctuary:

  • What is the best way to get to the sanctuary?
  • What are the entrance fees for the sanctuary?
  • What are the timings of the sanctuary?
  • What are the rules and regulations of the sanctuary?

Here are the answers to the frequently asked questions:

  1. The best way to get to the sanctuary is by car. The sanctuary is located about 60 km (37 mi) from the town of Munnar. The drive takes about 2 hours.
  2. The entrance fees for the sanctuary are as follows:
    • Indian citizens: INR 50 per person
    • Foreign citizens: INR 500 per person
  3. The timings of the sanctuary are from 9am to 5pm. The sanctuary is closed on Mondays.
  4. The rules and regulations of the sanctuary are as follows:
    • No smoking or littering in the sanctuary
    • No feeding of animals in the sanctuary
    • No loud noise or music in the sanctuary
    • No photography of animals in the sanctuary

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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