Etiqueta: khandijanel

Enjoying Nature at Khandijanel, Kerala

Khandijanel is a famous bird sanctuary situated in the Eastern Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. It is also known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary and is visited by millions of visitors from all over India and abroad on an annual basis. The word “Khandijanel” literally means “Tiger’s Nest”. It is one of the most beautiful tiger reserves in the country and is home to various species of tigers, deer, wild elephants, buffaloes, camels and a host of bird species.

If you are planning a trip to Khandijanel, there are some things that you need to keep in mind first. This reserve is located in the Central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh and is part of the Sariska National Park. There are about two hundred bird species including rarer ones like the Amazons, which can be found in the Sariska Tiger Reserve. Khandijanel is home to many endemic species, which have originated somewhere in the Western Ghats or in the Western Indian Sea. Some of these include the Pangolin, Crocodile, Hooded leopard, Malabar Pied Hornbill, Black Ratling, Kingfisher, King Mackerel, Emerald Ibex, Indian Pitta, Kingfisher, White-necked Prussian Grey, etc. The list of endemic species is very long and it is only within the last few years that many new species have been introduced into the reserve.

Khandijanel is a favorite attraction for bird lovers and nature buffs from all over the country. There are a number of tour packages that are offered by various tour operators and travel agents. There are various parks and sanctuaries that offer various types of bird watching tours and activities. These include trips to Indian Ocean Bird Sanctuary, Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, etc. The most famous among them is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, where tourists can get a chance to see a variety of birds such as Emerald Necked Cuckoo, Green Emerald Swallow, Yellow Eared Stork, etc.

In addition, there are several sightseeing spots available here for bird lovers. A must visit among them is the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary where tourists can see more than one hundred bird species including more than forty species of migratory birds. The Red Jungle Fowl is the most common visitor here, followed by the Common Goldfinch, Black Headed Bush Duck, Fischer’s Wren, Grey Jungle Fowl, etc. Apart from these, many rare birds like Black Kingfisher, Black Tanooka, Painted Hornbill, Great Indian Hornbill, etc. can also be seen here.

Khandijanel is also popular among trekkers and jungle safaris. Most trekkers start their journey at the Indian Ocean and proceed towards the foothills of the ranges. In the process, they cover a great part of the beautiful forest terrain. On reaching the town of Khandijanel, they can visit the Temples of Sree Padmanabhapuram. At the very end of the journey, one can halt at the Samode Rest House, a major tourist attraction. This rest house is a fine example of bungalows built in colonial style and has been turned into an international museum and heritage site.

On a day to day basis, the town offers a wide variety of activities and attractions for tourists. There are numerous festivals and fairs held all through the year. For nature lovers, there are bird feeding programs that are organized on a regular basis. Children and adults can spend quality time together at the amusement park, beach, waterfalls, etc.