Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
About Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
Located in the southern state of India, Kerala, Idukki National
Park is one of Kerala's finest havens for wildlife . A land-locked
district, Idukki is one of the most nature rich areas of Kerala. The
Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary here spreads over an area of 77 sq km in
the Thodupuzha and Udumpanchola taluks of the district. Located at
an altitude of 450-748 mt above sea level, Idukki National Park
occupies the forestland between the Cheruthoni River and the Periyar
River covering an area of 33 sq km.
The landscape includes a scenic lake around the sanctuary, which
adds to the beauty of the sanctuary. The lake, which surrounds the
sanctuary on three sides, is covered by an charming canopy of
tropical evergreen and deciduous trees. You can enjoy boat ride on
the lake.
Fuana :
Home to vast herds of Elephants, bisons, bear, wild boars, sambar
wild dogs, jungle cats, tiger, wild boar and has a very large
concentration of various species of snakes including cobra, viper,
kraits and numerous non-poisonous ones. The bird life in the
sanctuary is equally impressive.
Avifuana :
Important birds include myna, jungle fowl, black bulbul, laughing
thrush, woodpecker, peafowl, kingfisher etc.
Attractions :
Idukki Arch Dam is the world's second and Asia's first arch dam,
constructed across the Kuravan and Kurathi hills. 550 ft high and
650 ft. wide, the dam lies close to the Cheruthoni barrage. To its
west is the Kulamavu Dam. The Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is located
close by.
Getting There
By Air
The nearest airport is at Cochin 132 km away.
By Rail
The nearest railway station is at Kottayam, 133 km away.
By Road
Idukki can be reached by mortable roads from most parts of Kerala.
