Anamalai
Wild Life Sanctuary :
This is one of the
three wildlife sanctuaries on the slopes of the
western Ghats along the border between Tamil Nadu
and Kerala. Though recently renamed the Indira
Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary, most people still refer
to it by its original name. It covers almost 1000
sq km and is home to elephant, gaur (Indian
bison), tiger, panther, spotted deer, wild boar,
bear, porcupine and civet cat. The Nilgiri tahr,
commonly known as ibex, can also be spotted as can
many birds.
In the heart of this beautiful forested region is
the Parmbikulam Dam which has formed an immense
plain of water that dpreads way into Kerala. The
rights to this water used mainly for irrigation
and energy purpose in Tamilnadu are the source of
one of the area's bitter disputes.
Climate
The climate of this
area is quite pleasant throughout the year since
it is close to Kodaikanal, which is a hill
station. However it can get cold at night during
winters.
Fauna
Amongst the wildlife
found here are, the Elephant, Gaur (Indian bison),
Tiger, Panther, Nilgiri Langur, Lion-Tailed
Macaque, Wild Boar, Porcupine, Chital (Spotted
deer), Sambar, Mouse Deer, Barking Deer, Wild Dog
and Nilgiri Tahr. The Park has a large variety of
bird species which includes Pied hornbill, Red
Whiskered Bulbul, Black-headed Oriole and Drongo.
There are also a large number of crocodiles in the
Amravathi reservoir.
Flora
The main species of
Flora includes Rosewood and Teak.
How to Geting
There :
By
Air
: The
nearest airport is located at Coimbatore (90
km).
By Road
:
Regular buses operate from
Palani and Coimbatore and stop at , Pollachi (35
km), there are buses twice daily to the park, It
is possible to hire private vehicles from
Pollachi and Parambikulam.
By Rail
: Pollachi is also on the
Coimbatore-Dindigul rail route.
