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One of South India's most popular tourist attractions, Periyar National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary sits around a lake built in 1895 by British engineers for irrigation and provides water to the city of Madurai.
Established in 1934, this beautiful park is home to a variety of mammal species, including a large population of free-range Indian elephants, wild boar, otters, macaques and more than 20. Bengal tiger. Bird watching is a popular activity with regular sightings of warblers, storks, kingfishers, hornbills and rattlesnakes, along with a variety of interesting butterflies.
The best way to enjoy the park's splendid mountain views is by taking a lake cruise or a guided forest walk, the latter of which allows visitors the chance to come face to face with elephants and observe the elephants. other wildlife species from watchtowers and observatories.
Hot Tip: Be sure to stop by one of the many nearby spice, tea or coffee plantations for a tour.