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Periyar Wild Sanctuary |
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Thekkady Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary |
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| Thekkady is one of the world's most fascinating natural wildlife reserves. It's the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary which is close to the rich jungles of Periyar. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary spreads across 777 square kilometers. The 360 sq. km of the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is thick evergreen forest. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary was declared a Tiger Reserve in 1978. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is noted for its diversity of wildlife and scenic beauty. The Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary Reserve attracts visitors from all over the world. |
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The splendid artificial lake formed by the Mullaperiyar Dam across the Periyar River adds to the charm of the park. Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary is the only sanctuary in India where you can have the unique experience of viewing wildlife at close quarters from the safety of a boat on the lake. |
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