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| Mount Abu Sanctuary |
Between the Himalayas
and the Nilgiri mountain ranges, the highest place (about 1700
MSL) is Mt. Abu is not only a sanctuary but also a fascinating
hill station of Rajasthan. It is a living example of an inextricable
mix of religion and tourism. The sanctuary spread over 288 kms
is dominated by subtropical evergreen forests known for its
cool refreshing air, fully charged with the jasmine.
It is unique in the sense that more than 250 species of birds
are found here, but the speciality of the Abu sanctuary is the
grey jungle fowl. The leopard sloth bear, wild boar, sambar,
chinkara and langur are the other inhabitants here. A variety
of fauna including highly rare, threatened and endangered species
are found in this sanctuary.
The past history of Mount Abu indicates the presence of Lion
(last recorded in 1872) and Tiger (last reported in 1970). Presently,
the Panther is the apex predator. Other animals found here are
Sambhar, Jungle Cat, Small Indian Civet, Wolf, Hyaena, Jackal,
Indian Fox, Common Langoor,Wild Boar, Pangolin, Ratel, Common
Mongoose, India Hare Porcupine, Hedgehog, etc.
The sanctuary provides an ideal habitat for Sloth Bear. The
population of Sloth Bear is increasing regularly as it can be
seen while going through the forests or motoring on the road.
This sanctuary is so filled with the activities of birds that
it is a sort of pilgrimage for bird lovers.
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Location
The sanctuary comprises the oldest mountain
ranges the Aravalis in Sirohi district of Rajasthan. The
detached group of hills rise suddenly from the flat plain
like a rocky island. The sanctuary is situated between
24°33' and 24°43' North latitude and 72°38'
and 72°53' East longitude.
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How to get there
Roadl- Udaipur (185 kms)
Rail Delhi (Delhi - Ahemadabad Rail Track) |
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