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Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tirunelveli - Timings, Safari Cost, Best Time to Visit

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#23 of 23 places to visit in tirunelveli, distance (from tirunelveli): 60 kms, visited from: papanasam (12 km), trip duration (including travel): 4 hours/half day, place location: near papanasam, transportation options: cab, website: na, phone no: na, place address: na, travel tips: none.

At a distance of 12 km from Papanasam, 58 km from Kalakkad, and 60 km from Tirunelveli, Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve is located in the Southern Western Ghats in Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari districts of Tamil Nadu. This is the second-largest protected area in Tamil Nadu and among the best places to visit as part of your India wildlife tour. The Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve was created in the year 1988 by combining Kalakkad Wildlife Sanctuary (251 km�) and Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary (567 km�), both established in 1962. This sanctuary covers an area of around 817 sq. km, out of which 459 sq. km falls under the core zone, and the remaining 358 sq. km comes under the buffer zone. Nestled between Kerala and Tamil Nadu, the Agastya Malai Hill Range forms the core area of the sanctuary and is part of one of the world's 18 biodiversity hotspots. It is also under consideration by UNESCO as a world heritage site. wildlife sanctuaries near Madurai . The Reserve is home to a wide variety of animals and plants. The fauna includes around 150 endemic plants, 33 fish, 37 amphibians, 81 reptiles, 273 birds, and 77 mammal species. One can spot Elephant, Gaur, Bonnet, Macaque, Common languor, Tigers and Leopards, Chital, Dhole Panther, Sloth Bear, Python, Barking deer, Four-Horned- Antelope, Otter, Crocodiles (mugger), giant flying squirrel, Sambar, Hyena, Wild Dog, Wild Boar, Mouse Deer, Spotted Deer, Jackal, Hare, Porcupine and Mongoose as part of Tirunelveli holiday packages . The topography of Kalakkad is rugged with numerous perennial hill streams originating from the rainforest areas on the upper slopes and they confluence to form the rivers of Thamirabarani, Manimuthar, and Ramanadhi. There are dams built across the Thamirabarani River and its tributaries which lie inside the Tiger Reserve namely Papanasam dam, Manimuthar dam, and Servalaru dam. Boating Facilities are available at Papanasam dam, but swimming is strictly prohibited as it is populated with crocodiles. Major waterfalls inside the Reserve are Agasthiyar Falls, Banatheertham Falls, and Manimuthar Falls. There are 24 identified nature trails that are spread over the reserve. It gives a thrilling experience to trekkers. Visitors can also go for a night safari with prior permission from the forest officials. However, the best season is from September to January. The only accommodation available at Mundanthurai is the Forest Department guest house. For advance booking, one has to contact Chief Conservator of Forests & Field Director, Thirunelveli. Other options are to stay at Tenkashi or Tirunelveli. Timings: 7 AM - 5 PM Entry: Rs. 20 for Adults & Rs. 15 for Children Activity Fee (Max 6-10 persons): Rs. 2000 for Nature Trail, Rs. 500 for Thalayanai, Rs. 250 for Pothigai, Rs. 250 for Agasthiyar Falls, Rs. 250 for Manimuthar Falls, Rs. 250 for Hope Lake

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For kuthiraivetti rooms, only suv / xuv type of vehicles are allowed due to the current condition of access road | starting from september 18, 2023, tourists are welcome to visit the stunning karaiyar dam and enjoy the breathtaking views at banatheertham. --> allocation of accommodation is computerized. due to administrative reasons, the reservations of rooms may be canceled at any moment, guidelines for visitors entering into the eco-tourism of tiger reserve / wildlife sanctuary / national park / bird sanctuary and other protected areas..

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Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Kalakkad mundanthurai tiger reserve / wildlife sanctuary.

Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, the second-largest protected area in the state of Tamil Nadu, is located in the southern Western Ghats in Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari District.

The reserve covering a core area of nearly 895 square kilometres and a total extent of 1602 square kilometres (including the buffer/forest zone area) was created in the year 1988 by combining Kalakkad Sanctuary and Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Rivers, Dams & Waterfalls – The reservoirs, waterfalls, dams and other water bodies attract tourists in huge numbers. The reserve has 14 rivers originating from it and so it is also referred to as the ‘River Sanctuary’. The rivers flow into three main watersheds namely Thamirabharani, Manimuthar and Upper Kodayar. The reserve also hosts 11 dams that include Karaiyar Dam, Kodumudiyar Dam, Servalar Dam, Papanasam – Upper and lower dam, Manimuthar Dam, Kadananathi Dam and Ramanathi Dam. The major waterfalls in the reserve are Banathirtham Falls near Karaiyar Dam, Agasthiyar Falls, Manimuthar Falls and Kalakkad Thalayanai.

Agriculture & Hydel Projects – Agriculture is the main occupation in the buffer area of the reserve, the irrigation of which is facilitated by the rivers originating from the reserve. The water from the rivers is also used for three hydroelectric power stations in the Tiger reserve.

Biological Values – The wide variation in climatic and topographical features of the reserve supports a variety of wildlife and floristic compositions. The place is rich in biodiversity and unique vegetation suitable for endemic flora, fauna and avian species. Bird watching, trekking and boat rides are other highlights of the Tiger Reserve. Trekking trails are to be experienced at the designated places with permission from the forest authorities.

Flora & Fauna – The reserve has a rich flora that includes endemic plants, reptiles, fishes, amphibians, birds and mammal species. The wildlife in the reserve includes tiger, leopard, elephant, guar, chital, Nilgiri tahr, giant squirrel and many other endemic and rare species of animals.

Human Settlement – The oldest race of inhabitants in the forest area are the Kanis or Malaiarasans. They are engaged in land cultivation and also employed as Forest Guards and Watchers and Anti-poaching watchers by the Forest Department. Their expert knowledge of the forest and the wild habitats is inimitable.

Religious Significance & Aesthetic Value

Apart from the biological values of the reserve, the place is also visited by a number of pilgrims. The places of religious importance include the Gorakhnathar Temple and a Durgah beside the temple, Sorimuthuayyanar Koil and Nambi Kovil.

About 35 square kilometres of area at the side of the eastern foothills of the reserve is attributed for tourism. The moist evergreen forest surroundings of the reserve are a thrilling experience for photographers, nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts.

Ideal time to visit Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

The best season to visit Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve is between October and March, before summer sets in when the climate becomes humid. The reserve is open from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM on all days.

Activity Rates

• Guided trekking for about 2 hours is available at a rate of Rs. 200 per person (maximum of 10 persons) and Rs. 1250 per trek (minimum of 5 persons).
• Guided view for 1 hour of Agasthiyar Peak, Nagapothigai, Iyanthalai Pothigai and Pandiyan Kottai is available at a rate of Rs. 25 per person (maximum of 15 persons) and Rs. 200 per trek (minimum of 5 persons) in a slot.
• Guided visits for about 1.5 hours of Pandiyan Kottai is available at a rate of Rs. 25 per person.

How to reach Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

The Reserve is at a distance of 10 kilometres from Ambasamudram. Regular buses are available to Mundanthurai from Tirunelveli which is 50 kilometres away. The nearest rail head is at Cheranmahadevi (20 kilometres away) and Tirunelveli Junction (around 62 kilometres away). The nearest airports are at Madurai (20 kilometres away) and Thiruvananthapuram (140 kilometres).

The high mountains, lush green meadows, secluded valleys, dense rain forests thundering waterfalls and the diverse and unique flora and fauna makes the Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve a treasure trove for the visitors. Explore the breathtaking scenery of the place and the world of wildlife keeping in my mind of all the don’ts that would annoy its residents and pollute the reserve.

Official Government Website: http://kmtr.co.in. Please check this website for Accommodation and activities inside the tiger reserve.

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Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

KMTR is the only one tiger reserve in Tamilnadu and 17th tiger reserve in India. This was established in the year 1988.

This reserve is a mixture of three main sanctuaries Kalakad Sanctuary and Mundanthurai Sanctuary and a part of Kanyakumari Sanctuary. It sprawls across an area of 895 Sq.KM. This Reserve has been identified as one among the Type-1 Tiger Conservation Units (TCU) and also classified as tropical moist evergreen forests.

This sanctuary is located in the midst of latitudes 80 25’ North to 80 53’ North, between longitude 770 10’ East and 770 35’ East, this sanctuary also forms a part of Agasthiyarmalai Biosphere Reserve. This sanctuary receives rainfall on both the monsoons and so it can be found greenish all time.

Important species include significant Sarcandra, a vessel less Angiosperm, Paphiopedulum, druryi, a rare orchid and Nageia wallichiana a broad leafed and only conifer tree of south India. Other important tree species include Hopea parviflora, Hopea utilis, Calophylum elatum, Cullenia exarillata, Artocarpus hirsute, Syzygium sp., Cinnamomum zeylanicum, macaranga roxburghii, Mesua ferrea, Gluta travancorica, Canarium strictum, Veteria malabarica, Myristica species and ect.

This sanctuary is blessed with lots of waterbodies and so many varieties of water creatures can be found including Glossogobius giuris, Mastacembelus armatus, Channa striatus, Channa orientalis, Etroplus maculatus, Etroplus suratensis, Oreichormis mossambica (Tilapia mossambica), Macrones vittatus (Macrone vittatus), Ompak bimaculatus (callichrous bimaculates), Heteropneutes fossilis (saccobranchus fossilis), Xenentodon cancila (Belone cancila), Aplocheilus lineatus (Haplochilus rubrostigma), H.lineatus synonym of Aplocheilus lineatus, Bhavania australis (Homaloptera brucei), bengalensis and ect.

Adding to this about 89 varieties of Amphibians, reptiles, endemic species and non-endemic species are found. 30% of the reptiles are considered to be poisonous.

This sanctuary is a home to lakhs of birds’ species. As this sanctuary has dense tree and lush forest, it is a safe haven for many lovely birds. Few of the notable ones are Grey Francolin, Rain Quail, Jungle Bush Quail, Small Buttonquail, Yellow-legged Button quail, Barred Button quail, Red Spurfowl, Painted Spurfowl, Grey Junglefowl, Indian Peafowl, Bar-headed Goose, Lesser Whistling-duck, Cotton Pygmy-goose, Spot-billed Duck, Northern Pintail, Eurasian Wryneck, Speckled Piculet, Rufous Woodpecker, White-bellied Woodpecker, Brown-capped Pygmy, Woodpecker, Lesser Yellownape, Streak-throated Woodpecker, Common Flameback, Black-rumped Flameback, Greater Flameback, Brown-headed Barbet, Forest Wagtail, White Wagtail, White-browed Wagtail, Yellow Wagtail, Grey Wagtail, Nilgiri Pipit, Paddyfield Pipit, Baya Weaver, Indian Silverbill, White-rumped Munia, Black-throated Munia, Scaly-breasted Munia, Black-headed Munia, and Common Rosefinch. The visitors can see birds feeding their small ones at a hand’s distance

Mundanthurai is also a safe haven for more than 79 species including Tiger, Asian Elephant and Lion tailed Macaque. The co-predators of Tiger include wild-dog or Indian Dhole and Leopard.

Other species are: Madras hedgehog, Days’ shrew, Grey musk shrew, Hill (mountain) shrew, Pygmy shrew, Fulvous fruit bat, Indian flying fox, Lesser dog-faced fruit bat, Short-nosed fruit bat, Lesser mouse-tailed bat, Black-bear tomb bat, Pouch-bearing bat, Greater false vampire, Lesser false vampire, Rufous horseshoe bat, Blyth’s horseshoe bat, Lesser woolly horseshoe bat, Dusky leaf-nosed bat, Fulvous leaf-nosed bat, Schneider’s leaf-nosed bat, Evening bat, Painted bat, Slender loris, Bonnet macaque, Lion-tailed macaque, Common langur, Nilgiri langur, Indian jackal, Bengal fox (from outside PA), Dhole or Asiatic wild dog, Sloth bear, Nilgiri marten, Common otter, Smooth coated otter, Oriental small clawed otter, Small Indian civet, Common palm civet, Jerdon’s (brown) pawn civet,

Common Indian mongoose, Brown mongoose, Ruddy mongoose, Stripe-necked mangoose, Leopard cat, Jungle cat, Rusty-spotted cat, Leopard, Tiger, Asian elephant, Wild boar, Indian spotted chevrotain or mouse deer, Barking deer, Chital, Sambar, Gaur, Nilgiri tahr, Indian pangolin, Common palm squirrel, Dusky striped squirrel, Jungle striped squirrel, Indian giant squirrel, Indian giant flying squirrel, Travancore flying squirrel, Malabar spiny dormouse, Indian gerbil, Indian bush rat, Soft-furred field rat or metad, White-bellied wood rat, Indian field mouse, Bonhote’s mouse, House mouse, Spiny field mouse, Indian long-tailed tree mouse, Lesser bandicoot rat, large bandicoot rat, Indian porcupine and hare

Medicinal plants

Mundanthurai forest department takes immense steps in planting medicinal plants all around the area. So far they have planted medicinal trees including Hibiscus, Emblica, Pomagranade, Tulsi, Vilvam etc in 150 ha. They have also distributed 36000 plants to the public at free of cost. . Moreover about 4000 seedlings have been planted in Agasthiar Kani Settlement, Servalar Settlement, Mundanthurai Forest staff quarters, Kani school buildings and Servalar Government Hospital building.

Biodiversity

KMTR is one among the 5 centers of plant diversity and endemism of India. It is considered as a richest conservative and so got the name “Super-hotspot”. The floral diversity in KMTR includes 448 endemic species, 58 Red- listed species, 601 Medicinal species, and 90 species of wild relatives of the cultivated plants. There are 3 Gymnosperms and 156 Pteridophytes. The faunal diversity includes 47 species of fish, 47 species of amphibians, 89 species of reptiles, 337 species of Birds and 79 species of Mammals

There are bus service from Tirunelveli, Thirukarangudi, and Kalakad. The nearest railway station is at Tirunelveli 50 kms. Airport service is available at Madurai 200 kms from Mundanthurai.

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Kalakad - Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Thalayanai dam

The geography of kalakad, kalakad mundanthurai tiger reserve.

• The area of Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary is 251 km2.
• The area of Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary (567 km2).

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• Tirunelveli to Kalakadu Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve distance is 62.8 Km.
• Tenkasi to Kalakadu Mundanthurai Tiger Reserver distance is 45.5 Km.

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About Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary

The Kalakkad Wildlife Sanctuary and the Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary lie adjacent to each other -- collectively forming Tamil Nadu's only tiger reserve. Located in the southern Western Ghats, the flora and fauna of this protected The exotic species taking habitat in the reserve can be credited to the consistent rains and conjoining of 14 rivers, making Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife sanctuary a biodiversity hotspot. area has been gradually conserved and nurtured to commendable heights.

Located in the southern region of Tamil Nadu in the district of Tirunelveli this reserve is the home to various endemic plant species, and rich fauna including tigers, leopards, gaur, and Nilgiri tahr. The sanctuary comes under the Agasthyamalai Biosphere Reserve and the area around is the catchment area of number of rivers upon which dams are built; breathtaking sights of mountains, and waterfalls greets visitors at every turn in this sanctuary. The sanctuary is located on the brim of two districts namely Tirunelveli and Kanyakumari. This reserve plays vital role in “Project Tiger”. Although known to shelter more than 70 tigers, their silence and stealth keep them at a safe distance from the human eye. However, there's no scope for disappointment since you cannot help but in awe of the lush evergreen forests that carpet a considerable part of the reserve. It's easy to spot other wildlife as well. To visit this tiger reserve booking must be done beforehand because the only available accommodation is the Forest Department’s guest house. For trekkers, the sanctuary offers a number of listed trekking routes all across the sanctuary lead by experienced guides. The best time to visit this biodiversity hotspot is during September to January. This place is for true wildlife and nature enthusiasts as there is nothing much to marvel at apart from flora and fauna. There are traveler’s bungalow and cottages maintained by forest department. The route which leads you to these accommodations is marvelous. Guides are available to provide you with proper tour and expedition.

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Thiruchendur, Tamil Nadu

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Thiruchendur is a town in the district of Toothukudi is supposedly blessed by Lord Murugan and is famous for the Lord Murugan Temple. Renowned...

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Papanasam, Tamil Nadu

11.8 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

The famous picnic spot nearby Tirunelveli, Papanasam is renowned for Lord Shiva Temple and water falls. The Papanasam mountain area is known to...

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Agastyarkoodam Peak, Kerala

20.6 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

AgasthiarMalai or Agasthiarkoodam is situated within the Neyyar wildlife Sanctuary. The Peak is nearly 6129 feet high and is the second highest...

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Ambasamudram, Tamil Nadu

23.6 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

Temple goers, artists, history enthusiasts, here's a place for you. Located in the district of Tirunelveli in Tamil Nadu, Ambasamudram has the...

Singampatti, Tamil Nadu

27.6 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

Being considered as one of the 72 Palaiyams of Southern Tamilnadu, Singampatti was gifted to the founder of Singampatti Family, namely Apadhurhara...

Manjolai Hills, Tamil Nadu

51.9 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

Perched at an altitude of 1000 meters to 1500 meters, Manjolai Hills is yet another enticing destination nearby Tirunelveli District. Manjolai is...

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Nellaiappar Temple, Tamil Nadu

62.2 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

Nellaiappar Temple is the most important attraction in the Tirunelveli district. Devotees who visit this temple are definitely bestowed with...

Courtallam Falls, Tamil Nadu

62.9 km from Mundanthurai Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary - See map

Courtallam Falls, popularly termed as Spa of Southern India, is major crowd puller in Tirunelveli district.Most of the rivers namely Manimuthar,...

Koonthankulam Bird Sanctuary, Tamil Nadu

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Koonthankulan Bird Sanctuary is a protected area which was declared as a Bird Sanctuary. Koonthankulam is the largest reserve for water breeding...

Mekkara Dam, Tamil Nadu

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Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve, Tamil Nadu

Covering nearly 900 square kilometers, the combined area of the Kalakad Sanctuary and the Mudanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary is a treasure trove for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. Extremely rich in biodiversity, one can spot Mundanthurai wildlife in all its surrounding beauty. The dense, dark forest cover is thrilling in its mystery with the promise of a surprise at every corner. It is the 17 th declared Tiger Reserve in the country. Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve has been classified as a Type-1 Tiger Conservation Unit (TCU) representing tropical moist evergreen forests in the world.

Nestled between Kerala and Tamil Nadu and Karnataka, the Agastya Mala Hill Range forms the core area of the Wildlife Sanctuary and is one of the five named biodiversity and endemism centers in India . It is also under consideration by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee as a world heritage site. A trust has been working with the locals to educate and provide them with alternative sources for fuel and creating awareness about the value of the biodiversity of the sanctuary delicate and the need to protect it.

Unique in its climate and vegetation in such as different parts of the sanctuary receive different amounts of rainfall, Mundanthurai is also a great place to connect with nature. There are trails for trekking and one can do so at these designated places after seeking permission from the forest and wildlife authorities. Apart from endemic flora and fauna, avian life thrives in these forests.

Climatic Conditions

Located between 8° 25′ and 8° 53′ N latitude and 77° 10′ and 77° 35′ E longitude, Mundanthurai has a unique and different forest cover, with different parts of the forest receiving different amounts of rainfall. The lower forests receive an average annual rainfall of less than 1,000 mm while the upper forest gets more than 4,000 mm rainfall each year. The upper reaches of the forest is mainly tropical wet evergreen while the lower is dry deciduous.

The average temperature in the summer is 44 degrees C while in winters it is a pleasant 24 degrees C. Monsoons arrive later here than the rest of the country. The western half of the sanctuary receives the lashings of the southwest monsoons while the eastern part receives the gentler northeast monsoons.

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit is between October and January. The sanctuary is open to the public from October to the summer months, but given that it becomes uncomfortably warm, one should consider visiting the sanctuary before summer sets in.

Wildlife at Mundanthurai Sanctuary

Birds: Grey-headed Bulbul, Great Pied Hornbill, Malabar Grey Hornbill, the Oriental Bay Owl and Broad-Tailed Warbler.

Mammals: One can spot the Royal Bengal Tiger, Leopard, Mouse Deer, Rusty Spotted Cat, Brown Palm Civet, Sambhar, Spotted Deer or Chital, Malabar Giant Squirrel, the Nilgiri Langur, Sloth Bear, Bonnet Macaque, Brown Mongoose, Indian Pangolin, Nilgiri Martin, the King Cobra, Python, Monitor Lizard, Flying Lizard and Pit Viper. The Ceylon Mouth Frog is one of the many endemic species to be on the lookout for.

One can spot the Gaur and herds of Asiatic Wild Elephants at neighboring Kalakad Sanctuary .

Distance from Major Cities

Mundanthurai is 45 kilometers from Tirunelveli. It is 487 kilometers from Ooty and 92 kilometers from Mysore. Ambasamudram is a mere 10 kilometers away.

Chennai – 681.6 kilometers Delhi – 2779.9 kilometers Mumbai -1629.8 kilometers Kolkata -2339.2 kilometers Ahmedabad -2140.9 kilometers Bengaluru -638.9 kilometers Chandigarh -3027.7 kilometers Hyderabad -1213.3 kilometers Indore -2061.3 kilometers

Nearest Airport

The nearest airport is Trivandrum Airport, 200 kilometers away.

Nearest Railway Station

The nearest railways station is the Tirunelveli Junction about 38 kilometers away.

Road Accessibility

From Manjolai, it is a 47.4 km drive on the NH 45 which takes about 1 hour and a half. Regular bus services are available Tirunelveli which takes a little over than an hour.

Accommodation Facilities

The Forest Department’s Rest House has two suites and dormitory style accommodation. Suites are reserved for visiting forest officials. One can call ahead and reserve accommodation at the Rest House.

Ambasamudram has a few mid-budget bed and breakfast hotels. There are many hotels and resorts around Tirunelveli.

Useful Contacts for bookings and accommodation

Hotel South Avenue Babuji Nagar, Tirunelveli Junction 91-9047977888/9943166788/9943007788

Forest Rest House (INR 100 per day plus INR per additional person) Chief Conservator of Forests & Field Director Thiruneveli 0462-2552663

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Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve is a Tiger reserve in the Kanyakumari & Tirunelveli Districts of Tamilnadu, India. In 1988, Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary and Mundanthurai Wildlife Sanctuary were combined to form the Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve.

Agasthiyamalai , the core area of the Tiger Reserve, has been proposed as a national park. This Tiger reserve is the second-largest protected area in Tamil Nadu after Sathyamangalam Wildlife Sanctuary .

Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve is rich in flora and fauna. 14 rivers and streams originate from these areas. The forests of this Tiger reserve feed catchment areas of seven major dams. Agasthiyamalai forests to which this tiger reserve belongs, is considered one of the five centers of biodiversity in India. Around 150 endemic plant species are found here. 273 bird species, 81 reptile species, and 77 mammal species are also in this Tiger Reserve. The office of this tiger reserve is at Papanasam. The PIN code of Papanasam is 627551.

Sengaltheri forest , near Kalakkad village in Tirunelveli district, is famous for its natural beauty. Sengaltheri forest is part of this wildlife sanctuary and is gaining popularity among the trekking community. You need permission from the forest office check post at Kalakkad, by buying the entry tickets from there.

Manjolai Hill Station is small yet blessed with nature’s beauty inside this Tiger Reserve.

How Do I Go to Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve?

Kalakad Mundanthurai tiger reserve is at a distance of 45 kilometers west of Tirunelveli Town. Tirunelveli Railway Station is the nearest major railway station.

Thoothukudi Airport (or Tuticorin Airport) is the nearest airport to the Tiger Reserve. Madurai airport is a nearby comparatively major airport. Thiruvananthapuram and Chennai are the closest major International airports to this tiger reserve.

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Kalakad-mundanthurai tiger reserve (timings, entry fee, safari online booking & how to reach).

Located in the south Western Ghats in the state of Tamil Nadu, Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve has been established in the year of 1988. It is the seventeenth Tiger Reserve of India. Spread across an area of 895 sq. km, the reserve comprises of two wildlife sanctuaries namely Kalakad and Mundanthurai which are adjacent and located in the district of Tirunelveli. Parts of Veerapuli and Kilamalai Reserve Forests were also joined to the reserve in the year of 1996.

Once at the reserve, tourists have various options to entertain themselves along with the excitement of catching the glimpses of rare and wild animals. Some of these are bird watching, boat rides and trekking in the jungles, etc.

Flora @ Kalakad – Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

The main types of forests at the reserve are Southern Hill top Tropical Evergreen Forests, Southern dry mixed deciduous forests, Carnatic umbrella thorn forests, Ochlandra reeds, Southern moist mixed deciduous forests, Tropical riparian fringe forests, Euphorbiaceous shrub, High/ low altitude grasslands, West coast tropical evergreen forests, Tirunelveli semi-evergreen forests, Dry teak forests.

Some of the prominent species of trees found here are Hopea parviflora, Hopea utilis, Calophylum elatum Felicium decipiens, Mallotus philippensis, Litsea species, Dalbergia latifolia, Kingiodendron pinnatum, Albizia lebeck, Tectona grandis, Ficus spp., Phyllanthus emblica, Hardwickia binata, Elaeocarpus tuberculatus, Alstonia scholaris, Mangifera indica, Decussocarpus Wallichianus, Podocarpus latifolia, Eugenia species, Garcinia cambogia, Xanthophyllum flavescens, Wrightia tinctoria, chloroxylon swietenia, Pterocarpus marsupium, Anogeissus latifolia, Careya arborea, Terminalia spp., etc.

Fauna @ Kalakad – Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Animals that can be spotted at the reserve are Tiger, Elephant, Gaur, Mouse deer, Leopard, Rusty spotted cat, Bonnet Macaque, Slender Loris, Lion tailed Macaque, Sloth Bear, Brown mongoose, Nilgiri Martin, Indian pangolin, Brown palm civet, Leopard, Sambhar, Spotted deer, Malabar giant squirrel, Nilgiri Langur, etc. Reptiles like King Cobra, Python, Monitor Lizard, Flying Lizard, Pit viper and many others can also be seen here.

The reserve is rich in avian fauna as well. Some of the birds seen here are Ceylon mouth frog, Oriental bay owl, Broad tailed Grass warbler, Grey headed bulbul, Great Pied hornbill, Great Indian Hornbill, Malabar Grey hornbill.

Best time to visit Kalakad – Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

The best time to visit Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve is during the months of September to January.

Reaching Kalakad – Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

• By air : The nearest airport is at Thiruvananthapuram which is located at a distance of 160 km from the reserve. Another nearby airport is at Madurai which is 200 km away.
• By rail : The nearest railway station is at Tirunelveli which is just 45 km away from the reserve.
• By road : There are regular and frequent buses running from Papanasam to Nagarcoil. There are many bus services connecting Nagarcoil to various cities of south India.

Accommodation @ Kalakad – Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve

Tourists can stay at the Forest Department guest houses. They can contact Chief Conservator of Forests & Field Director, Thirunelveli for advance booking. There are accommodation facilities available at Tirunelveli also.

Phone: +91 9486753300 / 8526868688

Mail: [email protected]

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Tour packages in kalakad.

Thalayanai Waterfalls At Kalakad In Tirunelveli Thalayanai Waterfalls At Kalakad In Tirunelveli: The Thalayanai Falls are located on the way to Manjolai in Kalakad, Tirunelveli. The Thalayanai waterfalls are located at Kalakad in Tirunelveli, and they are one of the most beautiful sights to visit. The falls are unique because the water is hot. It's like bathing in a natural hot tub!

Kalakad is a small village in the Tirunelveli district of Tamil Nadu. This place is known for its lush green forests, rocky cliffs and hills, and the famous Thalayanai Waterfalls. The water of this waterfall looks like milk coming down from the hills. Kalakad stands at a distance of about 80 km from Tirunelveli and 26 km from Radhapuram. The beautiful Thalayanai Waterfalls are located near Pattamadai, a small village in Kalakad. The water of the Thalayanai Waterfalls looks white because it flows through thick forest with lots of trees and shrubs that contain calcium carbonate. When the water flows over them, it appears white like milk flowing down from a bowl. These falls are most famous for its scenic beauty and peaceful atmosphere. It is a perfect picnic spot for nature lovers, trekkers and adventure enthusiasts who want to spend their time away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The Thalayanai waterfalls is situated at the foothills of Kalakad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve in Tirunelveli district. This waterfall is unique with its shallow depth and calm waters. The falls are surrounded by lush green vegetation, making it an ideal picnic spot for families and friends. The Thalayanai waterfall is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Tirunelveli. The road leading to the falls is in good condition and can be approached from any part of Tamil Nadu. At about 18 km away from Tirunelveli, this waterfall is a nice place to visit during the summer months. The falls are surrounded by lush green vegetation, making it an ideal picnic spot for families and friends. It's a great place to sit around and enjoy nature as well as have some fun with your family!

Guided Visit is available for 2 hours.

Best Time to visit: Nov-Feb.

Tourists inflow will be high during Nov, Dec, Jan and Feb months.

No entry during Rainy season.

How to reach The falls?

The nearest airport is at Thiruvananthapuram which is 200 Km away.

• The nearest Railway station is at Tirunelveli which is 50 km away.
• Taxi can be hired from Trivandrum/ Madurai and Tirunelveli.

Forest Department contact details:

Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary, Sivanaperi Post, Kalakad,Tirunelveli - 627 501 Phone : 04635–261100

DEPUTY DIRECTOR,KALAKAD MUNDANTHURAI TIGER SANCTUARY, NO:11, AGASTHIYAR EAST STREET, AMBASAMDURAM -627 401. Phone 04634-250594

CHIEF CONSERVATOR OF FORETS & FIELD DIRECTOR,PROJECT TIGER, KALAKAD MUNDUNTHURAI TIGER SANCTUARY, NGO COLONY,TIRUNELVELI 627 007 Phone 0462-2552663 ; 0462-2553605 ; 0462-2553005

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Ulyanovsk - Overview

Ulyanovsk is a city in Russia located about 870 km southeast of Moscow, the administrative center of Ulyanovsk Oblast. It is named in memory of Vladimir Ulyanov (Lenin), a native of this city.

The population of Ulyanovsk is about 622,900 (2022), the area - 316 sq. km.

The phone code - +7 8422, the postal codes - 432000-432073.

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Ulyanovsk in the 17th-19th centuries.

In 1648, by decree of Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich, the fortress of Sinbirsk was founded on the right bank of the Volga River in order to protect the eastern borders of the Tsardom of Russia from the raids of nomadic tribes (Nogai Tatars), as well as to colonize the Volga region.

In the fall of 1670, Sinbirsk was unsuccessfully besieged by the army of Stepan Razin - the Don Cossack, who was the leader of the 1670-1671 uprising, the largest in the history of pre-Petrine Russia. In 1678, 1,579 people lived in Sinbirsk.

In 1729, the coat of arms of Sinbirsk was approved - a white pillar topped with a golden crown in the azure field. In 1780, Sinbirsk was renamed Simbirsk. In 1793, 13,317 people lived in this town.

In 1812, Ivan Goncharov, a famous Russian novelist and critic, was born in Simbirsk. In 1836, Emperor Nicholas I visited Simbirsk and made a lot of orders for the construction of new buildings in the town, especially in its central part. In 1840, the Simbirsk Theological Seminary was opened.

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In 1845, a monument to Nikolay Karamzin (1766-1826) was opened - the author of one of the first generalizing works on the history of Russia and a reformer of the Russian literary language, who was born near Simbirsk. Today, this monument erected in Karamzin Public Garden is one of the symbols of Ulyanovsk. In 1848, one of the first libraries in the Volga region was opened in this town - the Karamzin Public Library.

In the summer of 1864, a terrible fire occurred in Simbirsk, which lasted 9 days. Only one fourth of the town buildings survived. In 1867, the merchant Yurgens opened the first bookstore in Simbirsk. In 1870, the future “leader of the world revolution” Vladimir Ulyanov (Lenin) was born in Simbirsk. Alexander Kerensky, a prominent Russian politician and statesman, was born here in 1881. According to the 1897 census, 43.3 thousand people lived in Simbirsk.

Ulyanovsk in the first half of the 20th century

From 1908 to 1912, Igor Kurchatov, the future creator of the Soviet atomic bomb, lived in Simbirsk with his parents and studied at the local gymnasium. In 1916, the construction of the Imperial Bridge over the Volga River was completed in Simbirsk. With a length of 2,089 meters, it was the longest bridge in the Russian Empire at that time.

After the First World War and the Russian Civil War, the city’s industry was in ruin. During the war years, not a single building was constructed in Simbirsk, street lighting disappeared, boulevards and parks fell into disrepair, up to a hundred residential buildings were destroyed.

On May 9, 1924, in connection with the death of Vladimir Ilyich Ulyanov (Lenin), Simbirsk was renamed into Ulyanovsk, and Simbirsk Governorate - into Ulyanovsk Governorate. Other proposed options for the new name of the city were such as “Lenin”, “Leninsk”, “Ilyich”.

By the end of the 1930s, almost all churches in Ulyanovsk were destroyed or used for other purposes. On the eve of the Second World War, Ulyanovsk was a provincial city with a population of about 110 thousand people. There were no large industrial enterprises, with the exception of the 3rd State Plant named after Volodarsky (Ulyanovsk Cartridge Plant) - one of the oldest defense enterprises in Russia, specializing in the production of cartridges for rifled weapons.

During the Second World War, Ulyanovsk became the place of evacuation of 17 industrial enterprises from the occupied regions and the front line. The Minsk Tank School, renamed the 2nd Ulyanovsk Tank School, was relocated from Minsk, the Mogilev Military Infantry School, which became the Ulyanovsk Military Infantry School, was relocated from Mogilev. In 1942, a medical institute evacuated from Voronezh began to work in Ulyanovsk.

From October 1941 to August 1943, the Moscow Patriarchate was in evacuation in Ulyanovsk, headed by Metropolitan Sergius. From 1942 to 1945, Andrei Sakharov, the future creator of the hydrogen bomb, academician and human rights activist worked at the Ulyanovsk Machine-Building Plant.

On January 19, 1943, Ulyanovsk became the center of the newly formed Ulyanovsk Oblast. From the second half of 1941 to the beginning of 1942, the population of Ulyanovsk, due to the evacuees, doubled and amounted to more than 200 thousand people. By 1945, as a result of re-evacuation, it decreased by 50 thousand and amounted to 152 thousand people.

Ulyanovsk after the Second World War

In the post-war period, Ulyanovsk became an industrial city. In 1953, during the construction of the Volga cascade of hydroelectric power plants, part of Ulyanovsk was included in the flooding zone of the Kuibyshev reservoir. In 1957, the Ulyanovsk airport was built. Since the 1960s, thanks to the high rates of housing and industrial construction, Ulyanovsk began to grow rapidly both in area and in population. On May 5, 1967, the 300,000th resident of the city was born.

In the 1969-1970s, in honor of the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the birth of Vladimir Lenin, the historical center of Ulyanovsk was built up with modern buildings: the hotel “Sovetskaya”, the House of Artists, the Memorial Center of Vladimir Lenin, the hotel “Venets”, the new railway station Ulyanovsk-Tsentralny, the new river station, the central airport Ulyanovsk-Tsentralny, the central department store, the central bus station, the Palace of Pioneers, the park “Friendship of Peoples”, etc.

With the construction of the Memorial Center of Vladimir Lenin, Ulyanovsk became one of the main tourist centers of the USSR, after Moscow and Leningrad. The city was not closed to foreigners, which distinguished it from many other industrial regional centers, but foreign tourists were not allowed to deviate from the route. On June 1, 1973, the 400,000th resident of Ulyanovsk was born. On April 16, 1982, the population of Ulyanovsk exceeded 500 thousand people.

On June 5, 1983, in Ulyanovsk, the river cruise ship “Alexander Suvorov” crashed into the railway bridge across the Volga (the Imperial Bridge). By mistake of the crew, the ship tried to pass under the non-navigable span of the bridge. As a result, more than 170 people died. The large number of casualties is explained by the fact that at the time of the collision, most of the passengers were in the movie theater and on the dance floor on the upper deck, which was completely destroyed by the collision with the bridge girder.

On July 17, 1987, the 600,000th resident of Ulyanovsk was born. The city’s tourist significance declined sharply after the collapse of the USSR. In 1998, Ulyanovsk celebrated its 350th anniversary.

In the 2000s, there was a discussion about the reverse renaming of the city to Simbirsk, but the residents of Ulyanovsk for the most part did not support this proposal. In 2009, the arches of the old railway bridge were replaced. On November 24, 2009, the Presidential Bridge across the Volga was opened, the second longest in Russia, with a length of about 6 kilometers.

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Ulyanovsk - Features

From 1648 to 1780, the name of Ulyanovsk was Sinbirsk, and from 1780 to 1924 - Simbirsk. This name was given to the town by its founder, Bogdan Khitrovo, after the name of the settlement of Sinbir (named after the Bulgarian prince Sinbir), the remains of which were located nearby. In 1924, after the death of Vladimir Ulyanov (Lenin), Simbirsk was renamed into Ulyanovsk.

Ulyanovsk is located in a forest-steppe zone on the Volga Upland, on both banks of the Volga River (Kuybyshev Reservoir). The climate is moderately continental. The average temperature in February is minus 10.4 degrees Celsius, in July - plus 20.2 degrees Celsius. A characteristic feature of Ulyanovsk is the constant winds blowing from the Volga.

This city is a major transport point, lying between central Russia and the Urals. Neighboring regional centers are three to five hours away by car. There are two international airports near the city - Ulyanovsk-Central (ULV) and Ulyanovsk-Vostochny (ULY).

The banks of the Volga in Ulyanovsk are connected by two bridges. The old railway bridge was officially opened in 1916 and was named “Imperial of His Majesty Nicholas II”. In 1917, it was renamed Freedom Bridge. In 2009, it again began to be called “Imperial Bridge”. The new bridge (also called “Presidential Bridge”) was commissioned on November 26, 2009.

Public transport is represented by trams, trolleybuses, buses, and minibuses. In Ulyanovsk tram lines are located exclusively in the right-bank part of the city and trolleybus lines are in the left-bank part. In the last years of the USSR, it was planned to build a subway in Ulyanovsk.

It is a multi-ethnic city. The ethnic composition according to the 2010 All-Russian Population Census: Russians (77.65%), Tatars (12.64%), Chuvash (5.02%), Mordovians (1.4%). The economy of the city is based on the enterprises of the automotive industry, engine building, aircraft building, instrument making, machine building, and metalworking.

Ulyanovsk has a high potential for the development of the tourism industry. The tourist image of Ulyanovsk as “The Birthplace of Vladimir Lenin” is supplemented with some new ones now: “Russian provincial town of the 19th century”, “Homeland of Oblomov”, “Architectural Museum in the Open Air”.

The City Day of Ulyanovsk is traditionally celebrated on the second Sunday in September.

Main Attractions of Ulyanovsk

Lenin Memorial - a whole museum complex dedicated to Vladimir Ulyanov (Lenin) and his family. This is one of the largest historical and museum complexes in the Volga region. The main building was constructed for the 100th anniversary of Lenin’s birth in 1970.

This is the only museum in the world that reflects the entire life of Lenin. It has more than 70 thousand exhibits including authentic belongings of the Ulyanov family, documents, photographs, and other items related to different periods of Russian history. Lenin Square, 1.

House-Museum of Vladimir Lenin . The exhibition of this museum is located on the territory of a wooden estate - a monument of urban architecture that belonged to the Ulyanov family at the end of the 19th century. Lenin spent his childhood and youth here. Lenina Street, 68.

Novy Venets Boulevard - a pedestrian street in the center of Ulyanovsk located on the highest point of the city. From here you can see the Volga, Imperial Bridge, and city districts. The boulevard was finally built up in the 1960s. The construction of many buildings was related to the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Lenin’s birth.

Museum of Local Lore named after Ivan Goncharov . This museum occupies a beautiful mansion with an elegant tower built as a monument to the great Russian writer Ivan Goncharov. The exhibition halls display archaeological artifacts and fossils. A significant part of the exposition is devoted to the life and work of Ivan Goncharov. An interesting numismatic collection and an exhibition of folk costumes also attract the attention of visitors. Novy Venets Boulevard, 3/4.

Historical and Memorial Museum of Ivan Goncharov - a magnificent building, which is a historical and architectural sight of Ulyanovsk. In 1812, the famous Russian writer Ivan Goncharov was born in one of its rooms. The exposition occupies all three floors of the building. A separate hall is dedicated to the history of the building itself, in the remaining halls there are thematic exhibitions related to the personality of the writer and his family. There are also halls that house historical collections and a collection of merchant household items. The tower of the building houses the Museum of the History of the Simbirsk Town Clocks. Goncharova Street, 20.

Museum “Simbirsk Classical Gymnasium” . Simbirsk was one of the first Russian cities to introduce secondary education for children. The museum exposition is dedicated to the history of the development of education in the Russian Empire. It is located in a former gymnasium, where Vladimir Ulyanov and Alexander Kerensky studied at one time. Inside, the atmosphere of the 19th century has been recreated. The interiors of classrooms, halls, dressing rooms, and a gym have been restored. The building that houses the museum was constructed in 1790. Spasskaya Street, 18.

Museum “Fire Department of Simbirsk-Ulyanovsk” . The exposition of this museum is located in the 19th century building previously occupied by the town fire brigade. The museum was opened after the restoration of the building in 1979. The collection consists of pre-revolutionary and Soviet sections. In the central part there is a diorama depicting the fire of 1894 in Simbirsk. Lenin Street, 43.

Historical and architectural complex “Simbirsk Fortified Line” . At the time of the foundation of Ulyanovsk, the Simbirsk line protected the Russian land from the raids of nomads from the east. Today, you can find a unique historical and architectural museum here. It features a defensive fortress and an earthen rampart, which were restored based on historical documents and remains found by archaeologists in Simbirsk. The exposition includes examples of Russian weapons, old documents, maps, diagrams, decrees, and a model of a water mill. Leo Tolstoy Street, 43a.

Museum of the History of Civil Aviation . This museum located near the airport Ulyanovsk-Tsentralny has an airfield and 4 halls with exhibits illustrating the history of aviation from the time of the Russian Civil War to the present day. In terms of the total number of exhibits (about 9 thousand), it is the country’s largest aviation museum. One of the unique exhibits is the Tu-144 supersonic airliner. Aviatsionnaya Street, 20a.

Balalaika Museum - a unique museum with a collection of the rarest balalaikas (a musical instrument very popular in pre-revolutionary and Soviet Russia). The guests of the museum are invited to immerse themselves in the world of village music, to hear the sound of real peasant balalaikas. Here you can also taste tea made from herbs collected in the forests of the Ulyanovsk region. Bebelya Street, 19.

Savior Ascension Cathedral - a picturesque Orthodox church of sky-blue color built in the Baroque style in the 2000s to replace the demolished Ascension Cathedral (albeit in a different place). Ulyanovskaya Street, 2.

Holy Resurrection-Germanovsky Cathedral - one of the oldest churches in Ulyanovsk built in the early 18th century. During the years of Soviet power, it was closed and used as the state archive. In 2003, the building was returned to the Orthodox diocese. Gogolya Lane, 11.

House of Merchant Bokounin - a beautiful monument of wooden architecture, one of the architectural gems of Ulyanovsk. It was erected at the beginning of the 20th century on the territory of the estate of the Ulyanovsk merchant Sergei Bokounin. Part of the premises is occupied by the restaurant “Teremok”. Radishcheva Street, 4.

The Volga River (Kuibyshev Reservoir) - the largest artificial reservoir on the Volga created in the 1950s. The reservoir is 500 km long, with a maximum width of 44 km. Its powerful water resources are used to generate electricity. Due to its gigantic size, it significantly affected the Volga itself, changed the flow regime and began the processes of coastal washout. Home to many species of fish, the reservoir attracts fishing enthusiasts to its shores.

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