|
Location:
Near Varanasi (Uttar
Pradesh).
Coverage Area : 78
sq. kms
Main Attractions : Panther, Chinkara.
Best Time To Visit : Mid-November to Mid-June.
Accommodation
: Forest Rest
House, RajdarI.
Arrival Information :
-- By Rail : The
railhead is at Mughal Sarai (55kms) and Varanasi.
-- By
Air : The
nearest airport is at Varanasi, 65 kms.
-- By
Road :
-- Nearby Excursions :
Varanasi
-- Nearby Cities :
|
|
Established in 1997,Chandra Prabha Sanctuary, a small sanctuary sprawling over an area of 78
sq. kms, is located on Naugarh and Vijaigarh hillocks in Vindhya forest range,
in Chandauli district. The sanctuary, rich in varied types of flora and fauna is
a feast to the eyes and a perfect treat for the nature lover.
Fauna :
The sanctuary has a rich and varied wildlife, which comprises of panther,
chinkara, sambar, chital, partridge and peafowl. Leopard, hyena, jackal, wolf
and 'sehi' bear can be seen roaming around in the tranquil environs of the park.
The park is a bird watchers' paradise, as one can see around 150 species of
birds. The wild vegetation comprises mahua, saagun, amaltas, tendu, koraiya, ber
etc.
|