Eravikulam
Wildlife Sanctuary is a sanctuary set up for the preservation of the
endangered Nilgiri Tahr. The main inhabitant of the park is Nilgiri
Tahr. Now the park has the largest known population of Tahr's existing
in the world.
The
park also shelters Atlas Moth, Elephants, Sambhar's, Gaurs, Lion-tailed
Macaque, Nilgiri, Langur, Tigers and Leopards.Spread across an area of
97 sq. kms, the park exhibits the breathtaking natural splendor of
rolling grasslands and exotic flowers. Anamudi, the highest peak south
of Himalayas, towers over the sanctuary in majestic pride. The Atlas
Moth, largest of its kind in the world, is a unique possession of the
park.
Main AttractionsThe main inhabitant of the
Eravikulam park is Nilgiri Tahr. Now the park has the largest known
population of Tahrs existing in the world.The park also shelters Atlas
Moth, Elephants, Sambhars, Gaurs, Lion-tailed Macaque, Nilgiri Langur,
Tigers and Leopards.
Other AttractionsAnamudi
(2,695 m) is the highest peak in south India and located within the park
area. This is a good place for trekking.
LocationEravikulam
National Park is situated in the south Indian state of Kerala in the
higher altitudes of the Western Ghats. The park extends from the
latitude 9 40' in the North to the longitude 77 20" in the East. A
part of the Idukki district, Eravikulam is very near to the scenic hill
station of Munnar.
ClimateThe climate of this
region is greatly influenced by the southwestern monsoon. June, July,
and August are the monsoon months and this is the period when the region
receives maximum rainfall while April and May are the hottest months.
January and February receive little rain and the weather is generally
clear during this time of the year. From September to December, the
northeast monsoon brings a little rain and this period along with the
months of January and February are the best time to visit this park.
