5 Must Visit National Parks Of Chhattisgarh

Chhattisgarh Wildlife Sanctuaries has made it an important destination on the tourism map of India. Chhattisgarh has 3 National Parks and 11 Wildlife Sanctuaries gifted with their unparalleled natural beauty and diverse and rich flora and fauna.

* Barnawapara Sanctuary

Chhattisgarh wildlife sanctuaries attract many tourists to this Indian state. Barnawapara Sanctuary is a popular wildlife sanctuary situated in the Mahasamund district of Chhattisgarh. The sanctuary has a total area of 245 sq km.

* Sita Nadi Sanctuary

Sita Nadi Sanctuary is situated in the district of Dhamtari in Chhattisgarh. After the passing of Wildlife Protection Act of 1972, Sita Nadi Sanctuary was established in 1974. The average altitude of this place is 327 m to 736 m. The sanctuary has a total area of about 556 sq km. River Sitanadi flows across the sanctuary and thus this sanctuary of Dhamtari has derived its name. The river Sitanadi flows to meet river Mahanadi in Deokhut. The tourists on a tour to the Chhattisgarh wildlife sanctuaries, should not miss a visit to Sita Nadi Sanctuary. November to June are the ideal time to visit Sita Nadi Sanctuary in Chhattisgarh. The sanctuary is known for its rich vegetation. The forest consists of trees like Mahua, Tendu, Harra and the moist peninsular trees like Sal, Bamboo and Teak. Besides supporting a rich variety of flora, the sanctuary is also a haven for the different species of animals and birds.

* Udanti Sanctuary

Udanti Sanctuary was established in 1983 after the Wildlife Protection Act of 1972 was passed. The sanctuary is a major tourist attraction of Raipur in Chhattisgarh.The total area covered by the wildlife sanctuary is about 232 sq km. The name Udanti has derived from the river Udanti that flows through this region. The topography of the region is mainly hilly and some parts are plain land. The Udanti Wildlife Sanctuary is known for its efforts to preserve the endangered species of wild buffalo. Chhattisgarh tourism is never complete without taking a day out to the Chhattisgarh wildlife sanctuaries. The tourists can see the wild buffaloes which are the most important species of animal in Udanti Sanctuary. The other animals that are conserved in this sanctuary of Chhattisgarh are Tigers, Antelopes, Black Buck, Jackals, fox, Bison, Barking Deer, Wild Dog, Hyena, and Cobras.

* Indravati National Park

Indravati National Park has been named after the Indravati river that drains in the northern part of the national park. The national park is situated in the district of Dantewada in the Chhattisgarh state of India. Indravati National Park is one of the most popular national park in India. It extends for an area of about 2799.08 sq km. In 1981, the wildlife reserve was recognized as a National Park. From 1983 it came to be known as a Tiger Reserve. The authorities have undertaken measure to conserve this species of animal. Indravati National Park can be reached by the tourists from outside Chhattisgarh by availing the airplanes from other metropolis of India. They can reach Raipur, which is the nearby airport from the national park. From the district of Bastar, the park can be reached at ease. The park can be reached from Kutrue which serves as the entry point to the Indravati National Park.

* Kanger Valley National Park

Kanger Valley National Park adds to the scenic beauty of the Kanger valley in Chhattisgarh. The Kanger valley stretches for a distance of about 34 km. This national park of India is one of the popular tourist destination. The name Kanger has derived from the river of the same name that flows along the stretch of the park. Kanger Valley National Park is set along the bank of river Kholaba. The average area occupied by the national park is about 200 sq km. The terrain of the region is mainly hilly. The suitable time to go on a tour to Chhattisgarh wildlife sanctuaries and national parks is from November to June. From the Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, the national park can be easily accessed. The airport that can be accessed is located in Raipur, the state capital. The railhead and nearby bus stand from the Kanger Valley National Park is located at Jagdalpur, the Bastar's district headquarter. This park of Kanger valley was recognized as a national park of Kanger in 1982.