Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary
| Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary | |
|---|---|
| ചിമ്മിനി വന്യജീവി സങ്കേതം | |
| Nearest city | Thrissur |
| Coordinates | 10°26′20″N 76°27′48″E / 10.438816°N 76.463417°E |
| Area | 85.067 square kilometres (32.845 sq mi) |
| Established | 1984 Chimmini dam Facebook Page |
Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area located along the
.Established in 1984, the sanctuary with an area of about 85.067 km2 is on the western slopes of the
The headquarters of the sanctuary is at Echippara which is 40 km away from City of Thrissur. The sanctuary also offers trekking paths for the adventure traveller. Accommodation can be arranged at the Inspection Bungalow, near the Chimmini Dam.
Visit permits can be obtained from: The Wildlife Warden, Peechi Wildlife Division,
Peechi
680653. It comes under the Peechi Wild Life Division.
References
- ^ "Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary". The Hindu. 10 February 2007. Archived from the original on 7 November 2012. Retrieved 27 June 2012.
- ^ "Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary". About Chimmini. Retrieved 27 June 2012.[permanent dead link]
External links
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