Sita Mata Wildlife Sanctuary

The sanctuary spans 422 square kilometers of dry deciduous forests with diverse flora at the intersection of Malwa Plateau, Vindhya Hills, and Aravalli Range.

The area was declared a protected forest zone through Rajasthan government notification on November 2, 1979, preserving its ecological heritage for future generations.

According to Hindu traditions, the sanctuary derives its name from goddess Sita, who stayed in sage Valmiki's ashram during her exile period.

The sanctuary remains open from sunrise to sunset, with October through March offering the most favorable conditions for wildlife observation and nature walks.

The protected area houses flying squirrels, locally known as Ashowa, which can glide between trees using their extended skin membranes.

Inception: 2008

Website: http://rajasthanwildlife.com/wild-life/SitaMataWildlifeSanctuary.htm

GPS coordinates: 24.06670,74.41670

Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:20