Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary- Palamaneru
Location: 50-km From Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh.
Coverage Area: 358-sq-km.
Main Attractions: Nilgiri Tahr.
Best Time To Visit: October to May.
Accommodation: Forest Guest House at palamaneru
About
This sanctuary is located 50 Km from Chittoor and 120 Km from Bangalore by road. It covers an area of 358-sq-kms. The area is covered by southern tropical thorn type of forests, consisting of flora Albiziaamara, Ficusreligiosa, Ficustomentosa, Ficus Bengalensis and Bamboo.
The flora also consists of a species, which is a regeneration of 'santalum' album. The habitat of Kaundinya sanctuary is rugged with high hills and deep valleys. The Kaigal and Kaundinya are two streams, which flow through the sanctuary.
Tourists can find a wide variety of animals like Cheetal, Four horned Antelope, Sambhar, Mouse Deer, Hare, Porcupine, Wild boar, Jungle Cat, Jackal, Sloth Bear, Panther, Jungle Fowl, Peafowl's and Elephants.
How to Reach
By Road
Palamaneru is located 41 Km from Chittoor. It is well connected to Chittoor by Road.
By Rail
Palamaneru is located 41 km from Chittoor.
By Air
Hyderabad,Tirupati,Chennai,Bangalore Airports.
