Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary

Asola Bhatti Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in southern Delhi, India, extending across dry forests, grasslands and rocky hills. Several shallow lakes, once quarries, lie between the trails and attract birds and smaller mammals.

The region shifted from a mining zone to a sanctuary in 1986 and old quarry pits became part of the new landscape. Administration and activists worked together to stabilize the soil and reintroduce native plants.

The name combines two former village areas and locals know the place as a refuge for species that once roamed the capital region. Walking the paths today, visitors can observe community groups planting seedlings and maintaining water points for animals.

Marked trails lead through different zones and it is best to visit early morning or late afternoon when animals are more active. Sturdy shoes help on the rocky sections and water should be brought along, as shaded spots are rare.

The area serves as a passage for leopards linking Sariska National Park in Rajasthan to the ridges of Delhi. This invisible bridge allows the animals to move between distant habitats and maintain their genetic diversity.