Andhra Pradesh City Guide
Discover Kawal wildlife Sanctuary, to explore the bounteous nature of this wildlife zone.unfurl the beauty of the sanctuary on your Kawal Wildlife sanctuary tour. Kawal wildlife Sanctuary will entice you with its beauty.
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.