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National Parks & Sanctuaries in Chhattisgarh
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Chhattisgarh has 3 National Parks and 11 Wildlife Sanctuaries and National Parks. Chhattisgarh has many virgin places to see as it is a much unexplored place. Places like Kanger valley national park, Barnawapara, Sitanadi, Udanti and the Achanakmar sancturies.
Some endangered animals and birds like the Hill myana, Wild Buffalo are seen here. Wildlife areas, camping grounds and trekking facilities are found here.
Indravati National Park
Indravati National Park is the finest and most famous wildlife parks of Chhattisgarh. Also the only Tiger Reserve in the state, Indravati National Park is located in Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh. The Park derives its name from the Indravati River, which flows from east to west and forms the northern boundary of the reserve with the Indian state of Maharashtra. With a total area of approximately 2799.08 sq km, Indravati attained the status of a National Park in 1981 and a Tiger Reserve in 1983 under the famous Project Tiger of India to become one of the most famous tiger reserves of India.
Kanger Valley National Park
Kanger Valley was declared a National Park in 1982. It has breathtaking wilderness and abundant fauna. Located on the banks of Kholaba river, 27 Km from Jagdalpur, it is the ideal place for nature lovers and wild life enthusiasts. Wildlife here includes panther, tiger, bear, snakes and many species of deer’s.
Bairamgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Bairamgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is a sanctuary that abounds in Chital, considered the most beautiful of the deer species. They are found roaming in open grasslands as well as dense forests. Apart from its wildlife, the park has beautiful landscapes.
Bhainsa Darha
Kanger River flows into this lake, which is spread over nearly four hectares in the thick bamboo forests. Famous residents of this place are Crocodiles and tortoises. It is 63 Km from Jagdalpur.
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The summers months of April to June are very hot, May being the hottest and temperatures soars to 40 degree C. June and August are the monsoon months which makes driving around even tougher.
It is best to visit Chhattisgarh during the interesting Bhoramdeo Mahotsav in March.
Ideal time to Visit - October - March.
Capital - Raipur
Chhattisgarh - Full of Surprises
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