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There are several tiger reserves in India. By far the biggest tiger reserves are found here. Because they provide refuge for different species in a variety of environments, these reserves are vital to the survival of tigers and other animals.
Here are 5 must-visit tiger reserves in India
1. Bandipur Tiger Reserve, Karnataka
The Karnataka district of Chamarajanagar is home to the Bandipur Tiger Reserve, which was established in 1974. Given that Karnataka is home to the second-largest tiger population in the nation, Bandipur Tiger Reserve is one of India’s most popular tiger reserves.
2. Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve, Uttarakhand
One of India’s first national parks, Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve was established to save the Bengal tiger. Jim Corbett Tiger Reserve became known as Hailey National Park in 1936. With its status as India’s first national park, this tiger reserve is a popular tourist destination.
3. Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve, Andhra Pradesh
The largest tiger reserve in India is Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve, which covers 3,728 square kilometers. This tiger reserve was established in 1983 and is renowned for its rich flora and fauna, reservoirs and temples. Mammals including the Indian Leopard, Bengal Tiger and sloth bear, as well as reptiles like snakes and lizards, can be spotted.
4. Similipal Tiger Reserve, Odisha
The Simlipal Tiger Reserves are named after the Simul (red silk cotton) tree and cover an area of 2,750 square kilometers. The tiger reserve is home to elephants and gaurs among other plants and animals, as well as beautiful forests and waterfalls
5. Amrabad Tiger Reserve, Telangana
Amrabad Tiger Reserve (2,611.4 square kilometres) was once part of the Nagarjunsagar-Srisailam reserve until becoming a separate reserve following Andhra Pradesh’s bifurcation. It includes the Nallamala Hills and features both dry and wet deciduous forests. In the reserve, there are believed to be 23 tigers.