CHINNAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
CHINNAR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY Unlike the other sanctuaries of Kerala, Chinnar gets only 48 days of rain every year due to its location in the rain shadow area of the Western Ghats. Lying in the Idukki district, it is the only habitat of the highly endangered species - Giant Grizzled Squirrel. The sanctuary consists of dry deciduous forests and thorny scrubs along with wet grasslands. An extensive Sandalwood forest nearby is an added attraction along with the massive Thoovanam Falls on the Chinnar River . Strategically erected watchtowers inside the sanctuary facilitate excellent game viewing. Elephant, Bison, Spotted Deer, Sambar, Langur and Peacock are the main fauna of the Park. Accessibility : A 60kms drive from Munnar takes one to the sanctuary. Munnar is 128kms by road from Ernakulam, the nearest railway station and 150kms from the Kochi international airport. Accommodation : Standard and deluxe Hotels in Munnar afford accommodation. Season : November to June.