Bandhipur and Mudumalai National parks

After Pycara Lake, we reached our camp at around 7pm, had Chai and then started our journey to  Bandhipur National Park. We were very excited to go on night Safari, but we couldn't spot any wildlife even after one hour of staring into thick forest. Thought of making a U-turn, but our guide was very eager to show us at least one animal. After driving for another half an hour, our guide could spot some elephants with their dashing eyes in the dark. We really got scared when a mother elephant was heading towards us in anger, thank God.. our driver was quick to pull over.
Here are some facts about Bandhipur National Park...

Bandipur National Park: Bandipur, established in 1931, is a wonderful wildlife centre. Tourists visit this place to admire the breathtaking beauty of nature and also to enjoy a quiet vacation far from the hustle and bustle of the city. This is located in the district of Chamarajanagar. 

Bandipur was built by the Maharajas of Mysore and is situated in the Nilgiris. The Kabini, Moyar and Nugu Rivers drain the area. Besides the rivers, there are many seasonal streams flowing through the region. This place is under Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve and is also the first Biosphere Reserve of the country. 

Bandipur was the chosen site for Project Tiger. This is an initiative taken by the Government of India to protect the endangered species. The number of tigers has increased ever since. The place is also home to a large number of animals like Elephants, Hornbill, Sambar, Wild Dog, Giant Squirrel, Deer, and Partridges. There are also a few endangered species including Four Horned Antelope, Panther, Sloth Bear, Python, Mouse Deer, Pea Fowl and many more.  

Next day, after Gopalaswamy temple, we visited Mudumalai National Park. We were blessed with most of the wildlife show except Tigers and Leopards. Also had a chance to see the tamed elephants and had fun watching caretakers feeding them. OK...time for you to play the moments captured...