Location:
Near Palakkad, Kerala
Area: 285 sq. Kms
Main Attractions: Elephants,
Crocodiles
Best Season: Through Out The
Year Except Monsoon Months
The
Parambikulam Wildlife Sanctuary is a reservoir of tranquil
greenery ensconced in a valley between the Annamalai
ranges of Tamil Nadu and the Nelliampathy
ranges of Kerala.
It abounds in a variety of trees, mainly teak, neem,
sandalwood and rosewood. There are two watchtowers one at
Anappadi, 8km from Thunakadavu, and other at Zungam, 5km
from Thunkadavu.
The rich fauna includes Bonnet Macaques, Tigers,
Spectacled Cobras, Kraits, Vipers, Turtles, Darters,
Little Cormorants and Black Eagles. The place is ideal for
boating and trekking.
The Wild Population
The sanctuary has Elephants, Bisons, Gaurs, Sloth Bears,
Wild Boars, Sambhars, Chital Tigers, Panthers and
Crocodiles.
It's home to Bonnet Macaques, Spectacled Cobras, Kraits,
Vipers, Turtles, Darters, Little Cormorants and Black
Eagles
