Tadoba National Park A Splendid Museum Of Amazing Flora &Amp; Fauna

By David H. Urmann

Tadoba is one of the oldest and the finest National Parks of Maharashtra.This magnificent park has derived its name from the local god ‘Taru’.This exciting park is situated in the district of Chandrapur in the northeastern part of Maharashtra.This is a bit compact Park with an area of about 120 square kilometer offering an ideal shelter for a variety of amazing fauna and flora.

This marvelous park was established in the year of 1935 and in the year 1955, it was declared as National Park.This park along with Andhari Wildlife Sanctuary is known as Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve which covers around 625.40 square kilometer of the area.

The entire park exhibits the trees of dry, deciduous forests.The vegetation of the forest also include Sal, Mahua, Semal and some fruit trees such as Mango, Jamun etc.It is a very exciting and pleasurable experience to walk through the nature trails of the park.

This exotic forest is home to more than thousand species of birds making it one of the best places for bird watching.This place is like a paradise for bird watchers and if bird watching interests you, then you would not afford to miss the opportunity.Here one can get an opportunity to watch some magnificent migratory birds along with some water birds.

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The major attraction of the forest is undoubtedly the King of the jungle ‘Tiger’.The park is home to around fifty Bengal Tigers and is a major attraction for the tourists of all age right from kids to young and old age.

Other animals which are very commonly seen in the areas are Sambars, Barking Deers, Chausingas, Indian Bisons, Wild Dogs, Leopards and many more to excite you.This jungle is also home to some of the most endangered species of animals such as Jungle cats, Civet, Hyenas etc.

The best ways of exploring the jungle is by opting for jungle safari.A mini-bus of the capacity of twelve visitors provided by the forest authorities is a great mean of exploring the park conveniently and safely.

The accommodation option in the park is varied in this remote area.The tourist rooms provided by MTDC around the tourist complex are great option.One can also find some Tiger Trail Jungle Lodges which will make your tour comfortable and memorable.One can also find some self contained rooms provided by MTDC.Some of the few guest houses are also available around the park which will result into a great lodging option.

The best time to visit the park is from October to May.During these months, the temperature of the area remains very pleasant and rejuvenating.The park remains open for the tourist all round the year, but it remains close on every Tuesdays.

The nearest airport to the park is Nagpur which is situated at a distance of 140 kilometers.If you are trying to reach this place by means of railways then Chandrapur is the nearest railway station which is situated at a distance of forty five kilometers from the park.

This park offers a very charming and mesmerizing nature trail which will provide you with a very valuable experience.

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