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Stations
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Wildlife Parks
MTDC
Resorts
Wildlife Parks
:
Maharashtra
is home to a large number of animal and bird species, including the tiger,
crocodile, bison, gawa, neelgai, wild deer, sambar and rare migratory birds.
The state has taken adequate steps towards setting up many wildlife parks
and sanctuaries to protect these regions and promote them as tourist
attractions. The parks offer splendid opportunities to see a variety of
wildlife in a spectacularly natural setting. Modern amenities such as jeep
rides, night safaris, comfortable accommodation and efficient transport are
also available at a nominal charge.
The
Dajipur Bison Sanctuary:
The
jungle resort of Dajipur is situated on the border of Kolhapur and
Sindhudurg districts, near the backwaters of the Radhanagari dam. Surrounded
by rugged mountains and dense forests, this secluded area is completely
cut-off from human habitation. A home to bison, wild deers, chital, gawa and
many more spectacular wild animals and birds, Dajipur is an exciting and
beautiful holiday getaway. An excursion to the nearby Gagangiri Maharaj's
Math makes for a pleasant outing.
The
Navegaon Forest Resort:
Navegaon,
a popular forest resort in the Vidarbha region, was built in the 18th
century. The picturesque lake set amidst lush green hills at Navegaon has a
watchtower beside it, from which visitors may find a bird's eye view of the
surrounding forest and its abundant wildlife. Best known for the Dr Salim
Ali Bird Sanctuary, Navegaon is home to almost 60 per cent of the bird
species found in the entire state. Every winter, flocks of migratory birds
visit the region. Visitors can join MTDC's Jungle Safari and stroll through
the forest, crossing paths with leopards, sloth bears, gaur, sambar, chital
and langurs.
Staying
in a unique treetop house and riding a power or sailboat on the lake, are
thrilling pastimes
The
Tadoba National Park:
This
is a large park spread over many acres of lush green forested land. Situated
45 kms from Chandrapur, Tadoba is an extremely beautiful jungle of mixed
teak forests around a tranquil lake. Late nights are ideal times to see
tiger, leopards, gaur, nilgai, sambar and chital. The park has facilities
for tourists to stay overnight.