Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Bandhavgarh National Park, Madhya Pradesh

Bandhavgarh National Park : If you have somehow missed the Tiger at Kanha, you will definitely spot one at Bandhavgarh. Once known for its White Tigers, Bandhavgarh has the highest density of tiger population in India. With rocky cliffs and densely forested valley bottoms, Bandhavgarh is surrounded by the Vindhyachal mountain range. Spread over 448 sq. kms, one of the most amazing sights of the National Park is the Bandhavgarh Fort which sits sedately overlooking the entire forest. One can spot tigers, leopards, deer and some of the most rare species of birds here.

Park has different entrances:
  • Panpatha in the north
  • Tala in the east (where most hotels are located)
  • Dhamokar on the south-western perimeter
  • Khitauli on the west
  • Two roads, the Umaria-Rewa Highway and the Parasi-Katni Road via Khitauli, pass through the park.
Best Time to Visit the Park:
The Park is open from Oct 1 to June 30. The ideal time to visit Bandhavgarh National Park is from November – March. May-June is the time for best sightings.

Things to do in Bandhavgarh:
Jeep Safari and Elephant Safari are exciting ways to explore the park. Both safaris should be tried, since no sighting is guaranteed, so it is best to try every possible safari.

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