Arignar
Anna Zoological Park, Chennai
This man-made Zoological Park
situated on the outskirts of Chennai Metropolitan was created out of the
Reserved Forests of Vandalur. The forests are of dry deciduous and dry
evergreen scrub type. It was in the year 1855 the first Zoo in India was
established in Chennai; later in 1979 shifted to this 510 Ha. Sprawling
complex. This Zoological park is said to be one of the biggest in South East
Asia. The wild life population are exhibited in a large open moated island
type enclosures with simulated natural environment. More than 170 species of
Mammals, Aviaries and reptiles are exhibited. Lion safari vehicle, Elephant
Ride, Battery operated vehicles are some of the facilities available inside
this park.
This park has a rainfall of about 1400mm average.
Nearest airport is Chennai (18 kms); nearest Railway station is Vandalur (1
km.) and has a city bus terminal. This Zoological Park could be visited
throughout the year. Authority: The Director, Arignar Anna Zoological Park,
Vandalur, Chennai.Ph.: 044-402089.
Madras
Crocodile Bank Trust - NemmeliThis Crocodile Bank has been
established with an aim to protected and conserve the endangered reptiles
such as crocodiles, Alligators etc. Situated 14 kms from Mamallapuram, this
Trust now houses more than six species of crocodiles.arrangements; 7.
Authority: The wild life Warden, DMS Compound, Anna Salai, Chennai- 600 026,
Phone No: 044-4321471.
Viralimalai
This
small town, situated south of Trichy, is bestowed with a large number of
wild peacocks, which roam around the Murugan temple situated here.
Gulf
of Mannar Marine National Park This is a marine bio Sphere, running
along the coasts of Ramanathapuram and Tuthukudi (Tuticorin) Districts. The
entire Gulf of Mannar abounds in distinguished marine life covering, 21
Islands and 623 ha. This National Park is full of coral reefs, Dugong,
Turtles, Dolphins and Balano-glossus. Kurasadai Islands, off mandapam,
Boasts of a vast expanse of shallow waters. The presence of coral reef,
flora and fauna here are in their virgin form. Dolphins could create
euphoria to the tourists.
Other Details:Annual
Rainfall: 900 mm
Nearest Airport:
Madurai- 150 kms
Rain: Mandapam/
Toothukudi
Accommodation: Hotel at
Mandapam
Other Facilities: Boats available
Authority:
The wild life Warden, DMS Compound, Anna Salai, Chennai- 600 026
Phone:
04567 - 20079.