Karnataka
Wildlife
( Nagarhole )
Nagarahole
is derived from the combination of two Kannada words-'nagar' meaning
snake and 'hole' meaning streams and true to its name a number of
streams snake through its rich tropical forests. Nagarahole is situated
in the picturesque districts of Kodagu and Mysore in southern Karnataka.
The Nagarahole National Park was first set up in 1955. In 1975 its
area was increased to include a greater expanse of forest reserve.
Once an exclusive hunting preserve of the erstwhile rulers of Mysore,
the terrain of this Park is gently undulating with lush green vegetation,
swamps and numerous water resources, rendering it an ideal habitat
for a wide variety of wildlife.
BEST
SEASON TO VISIT 
September to May is the best time.
ANIMALS
AND BIRDS SIGHTED
Gaur, Leopards, Tigers, Chital Sambar, Elephants, Snake, & 250
species of birds.
LOCATION
(96 km) from Mysore.
AIR:
The nearest airport is Bangalore(236 Kms). Indian Airlines link
Bangalore to most parts of the country.
RAIL:
The nearest railway station is Mysore(96 Kms) which is connected
to Arsikere, Bangalore, Madras and Hassan.
ROAD:
Motorable roads connect Nagarahole to Hunsur, Madikere and Mysore.
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