The Green Abode of the Golden Tiger
How to Get There
The Green Abode of the Golden Tiger
You will have never experienced ecotourism as enthralling as the one you are going to have in the Periyar Tiger Reserve. Prepare for one of the most beautiful sights that you have ever seen as the endless expanse of green forests stretch all the way to even greener hills. Built as a sanctuary for the endangered tigers and elephants, this Tiger Reserve contains some magnificent examples of these royal creatures. Boredom does not exist when you are in the Periyar Tiger Reserve where every sight seems like a fresh painting by a master artist.The Periyar National Park was originally conceived as a reserve for tigers and elephants to roam freely in the arms of Mother Nature. The location of the park on a mountain provides some excellent vantage points for you to lose yourself in the incredible panoramas before you.
If you are lucky enough you may see the proud tigers languidly walking around as if surveying their empire. The majestic elephants, on the other hand, will go about their daily business not willing to drawn into the affairs of creatures beneath their prestige. Apart from these glorious beasts, the reserve is home to many other fascinating creatures whose cries reverberate through the forests like the Gaur and the Sambar. Some stunning avian creatures rule the air at the Periyar Park such as the Malabar Grey Hornbill and the Nilgiri Wood Pigeon. Migratory birds do visit this wonderful place.
How to Get There
By Air:
The nearest airport to the Periyar Tiger Reserve is the Madurai Airport, at about 140 km. Other airport closest is Cochin International Airport, at a distance of 190 km.
By Rail:
The nearest railway station is Kottayam at the distance of about 114 km. Regular trains ply from most major cities of India, including Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Chennai toKottayam Railway Station.
By Road:
An excellent network of roads connects Periyar Tiger Reserve to all major towns and cities in South India. Distance from other places; Thiruvananthapuram:209 km,Alleppey:140 km,
Munnar:86 km,Kochi:175 km
