Palani Hills Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park

The sanctuary encompasses 1,250 square kilometers of rolling hills, valleys, waterfalls, and diverse ecosystems within the Western Ghats mountain range.

The British colonial planters established tea and coffee estates in the Palani Hills during the nineteenth century, transforming the natural landscape.

Indigenous tribes maintain their traditional forest-based livelihoods within the sanctuary, practicing sustainable agriculture methods passed down through generations.

The national park offers designated trekking trails for wildlife observation between October and March, when temperatures and weather conditions remain favorable.

The sanctuary protects several threatened species, including the Nilgiri Tahr, while supporting local communities through eco-tourism initiatives and conservation programs.

GPS coordinates: 10.24528,77.52389

Latest update: May 11, 2025 16:52