Sasan Gir is
another name of Gir Wildlife Sanctuary. The park lies at Junagarh
district in Gujarat. The sanctuary is sprawled in an area of around 1412 sq
kms. It is a famous wildlife destination in India. Once served as the hunting
ground of the kings of Junagarh, Gir forest is the largest compact
stretch of dry deciduous forest in Gujarat. Being the only sheltering place of
the Asiatic Lion in the world, it attracts large number of visitors every year.
It got the title of a Wildlife Sanctuary in 1965 and later on, it became a
National Park after 10 years.
Brief Insight
of the Wildlife
The sanctuary also
supports animals like Leopard, Jackal, Striped Hyena, Jungle Cat and Ruddy
mongoose. Other famous names in the list include Nilgai, Chital, Sambar,
Chinkara, Chowsingha and Wild Boar. The environs of the park houses more than
300 species of birds, 35 species of reptiles and around 450 species of plants.
Tourists on their wildlife safari in Gir can catch the glimpses of great
horned owl, grey and jungle bush quail, pied woodpecker, bonelli's eagle, black
lbis, grey drongo and white-necked stork. It remains open from November to May.
Gir NationalPark also provide shelters
to the population of the marsh crocodile that tourists can see in Kamleshwar
Dam. The herbage of the sanctuary encompasses dry and deciduous forest and
scrubs. The forest offers fuel wood that pays off in a huge amount.
Other Tourist
Attractions in Gir Wildlife Sanctuary Gujarat
Gir lion
sanctuary boasts of its
great history. It speaks volume about the unique temples such as the Kanki
Matha and Tulsiyshyam. With the hot springs, the site has become a prominent
pilgrimage spot. The forest is known for the Madharis or the cattle herders
where the buffaloes serve as a big share of the diet of lions. The folklores of
the Madharis encompass a rare evidence of coexistence between men and lions.
Taking a jeep
safari is the most preferred way to view the wildlife on your Gir wildlife
tour. There are 3 wondrous reserves lying in the region, Nalsarovar Lake
and Sanctuary, Little Ran of Kutch and Flamingo Island. Nalsarovar Sanctuary is
home to various water birds. The second one is known for providing shelter to
the wild ass where Flamingo Island is the virtual harbour of wildlife buffs.
Accommodation
Tourists can
consider the Gir Lodge for accommodation as this luxurious shelter lies
near to the Gir forest national park. Easily accessible, the lodge is
also famous for its modern amenities and warm hospitality. Staying at the lodge
facilitates you to enjoy a comfortable stay and exciting wildlife safari.
Learn more about
the coexisting relation between humans and lions by visiting Gir National
Park. Lying nearby, The Gir Lodge multiplies your joy of watching
wildlife with its excellent accommodation facilities.
