Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary

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Chimmini Wildlife Sanctuary, Protected wildlife area in Thrissur District, India

The sanctuary extends across 85 square kilometers of tropical forest land with the Punda Peak reaching an elevation of 1116 meters.

The Kerala Forest Department established this protected area in 1984 to preserve the watershed regions of Kurumali and Mupliam rivers.

The sanctuary management integrates local community participation through organized bamboo rafting programs and guided forest walks.

Visitors can obtain entry permits from the Wildlife Warden office at Peechi Wildlife Division and stay at the Inspection Bungalow near Chimmini Dam.

The sanctuary forms a continuous protected zone of 210 square kilometers when connected with the adjacent Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary.

Location: Kerala

GPS coordinates: 10.43882,76.46342

Latest update: May 11, 2025 04:10

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