Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary
Location :
In Adilabad district and is a t a distance of 50 km. from Mancherila
and 250 km. form Hyderabad
About Kawal Wlidlife Sanctuary :
Situated in the Adilabad District, the Kawal Wildlife Sanctuary is dry
deciduous and has teak forest, bamboo and miscellaneous species. It is
spread over an area of around 893 sq km. Two watch towers are
constructed at Donga pa My and Alinagar villages. Here the visitor is
treated to some spectacular sunrise and sunset.
Climate :
Climate is generally hot and dry except during the South-West monsoons
in the months of June-September.
Flora :
It spreads over 893-sq-km with dry deciduous teak forest, bamboo and
miscellaneous species of flora. Because of its rich biodiversity it was
declared as a sanctuary.
Fauna :
Animals like Cheetal, Sambar, Nilgai, Muntjac (barking deer), Indian
Bison (Gaur), Sloth Bear, Panther, Tiger and variety of birds like
Peacocks, Patridges, Quails, Vultures, Eagles, Kites, Owls, Mynas,
Pigeons, Tree - pies, Kingfishers are seen in the sanctuary. One can
find reptiles like Python, Crocodile, Star Tortoise, Cobra, Kraite, and
Monitor Lizard
Getting There :
By Air :
Closest airport is Hyderabad (260 kms)
By Rail :
The closest railway station is 50km. from Kawal - Mancherial Railway
Station
By Road : At about 260 km. by road from Hyderabad, it
is easily reachable by State owned bus services.
