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Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, Idukki


Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary, IdukkiLocation : About 60 km from Munnar,Idukki district.

A unique thorny scrub forest with xerophyte species, Chinnar is the habitat for the endangered Giant Grizzled Squirrel of India. The last world count of these squirrels was less than 200. Located in the rain shadow area of the Western Ghats, unlike other sanctuaries in Kerala, Chinnar gets only 48 days of rain every year. Rich in wildlife, the mixed deciduous forests here are ideal for trekking.
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An extensive Sandalwood forest nearby is an added attraction. This is also an ideal place to watch herds of Bisons march past. Dry deciduous forests, high sholas and wet grasslands add to the diversity of the sanctuary. As one travels from Karimuthi to Chinnar, Elephants, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Hanuman monkey and even Peacocks can be spotted on either sides of the road.

Getting there :
Nearest railway station : Ernakulam about 130 km from Munnar.
Nearest airport : Cochin International Airport, about 150 km from Munnar.

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