What are Attractions of Gir National Park:?

Answer 1

The main attractions of the Gir National Park include the lion king. In fact, Gir is the only home of the critically endangered Asiatic Lion. Other animals that can be seen include the Leopards, Reptiles like mash crocodile, snakes, spotted deer, nilgai, chinkara, sambhar, black bucks, four horned antelope, mongoose, desert cat, and the list goes on.

Additional informations-

Gir National Park is located in the low and irrigated hills in the Junagadh district of Gujarat. The Gir forests covers an area of 1150 sq. km. Out of which 300 sq. km forms the core area of the national park. The Gir National Park is famous for being the last existing natural abode of the Asiatic Lion. From the miniscule 20 lions at one time, the conservation drive at Gir has rose to 250 - 300 currently. The park has a healthy population of other species of animals as well.

Gir National Park is easily accessible and well connected to the rest of the country. The nearest railway station is located at a distance of 1 km at Sasan. The closest airport is at Keshod, 86 km from the Park and the nearest town is in Veraval 42 km from the park. -

Answer 2

Gir National Park is in Sasan Gir, Gujarat. It is famous for Indian Lions. The park houses almost 100 fierce lions. Gir National Park is located in the low and irrigated hills in the Junagadh district of Gujarat. The Gir forests covers an area of 1150 sq. km. Out of which 300 sq. km forms the core area of the national park. The Gir National Park is famous for being the last existing natural abode of the Asiatic Lion. From the miniscule 20 lions at one time, the conservation drive at Gir has rose to 250 - 300 currently. The park has a healthy population of other species of animals as well. Gir National Park is easily accessible and well connected to the rest of the country. The nearest railway station is located at a distance of 1 km at Sasan. The closest airport is at Keshod, 86 km from the Park and the nearest town is in Veraval 42 km from the park. -

Answer 3

The main attractions of the Gir National Park include the lion king. In fact, Gir is the only home of the critically endangered Asiatic Lion. Other animals that can be seen include the Leopards, Reptiles like mash crocodile, snakes, spotted deer, nilgai, chinkara, sambhar, black bucks, four horned antelope, mongoose, desert cat, and the list goes on.
How to reach Bandhavgarh National Park?
Umaria is the closest railway station to Bandhavgarh National Park and there is a direct train from Delhi to Umaria named Utkal Express. Umaria is 32 km away from Bandhavgarh Park and there are many buses and jeeps available from Umaria to reach Bandhavgarh National Park. Another place called Satna is 120 km from the National Park and is connected to major cities of the country through rail and road.

Answer 4

No long Answers

Simply the Famous Indian Gir Lion

Answer 5

Here I am providing you a complete guide to Gir National Park.Please vote this answer as the best answer.

About Gir Wildlife Sanctaury
In the southwest of the peninsular state of Gujarat, lies the 116 square-mile Gir sanctuary created to protect the last wild population of Lion outside the African regions. Since 1913 when the Lion population over here fell drastically to just 20 animals, the numbers have increased to around 300. The Asiatic lion is slightly smaller than its African cousin is and its mane is also smaller.

Flora in Gir National Park
The Gir National Park is a mixed deciduous forest with teak, flame of the forest, some Acacia and Banyan trees. A distinct belt of vegetation is found along the main rivers and streams. Species like the Jambu, Karanj, Umro, Vad, Kalam, Charal, Sirus and Amli are found here. These trees are mostly broad leaved and evergreen, giving the area a cool shade and the moisture content.

Major Wildlife Attractions in Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
In India the Lion population is spread across the states of Rajasthan, Gujarat, Haryana, Punjab, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. But Gir is not just about Lions, the second most commonly found predator in the Gir is Leopard. Infact, Gir national park is also home to one of the largest Leopard populations in any park in India, and especially in the hotter season they can sometimes be seen at night close to the lodges.

Other animal residents of the Gir national park are Sambar Deer, Chital Spotted Deer, Nilgai Antelope, Chowsingha Four-Horned Antelope, Chinkara Gazelle, Wild Boar, Langur Monkey, Jackal, and Hyena and numerous birds like Paradise Flycatcher, Bonneli's Eagle, Crested Serpent Eagle, Woodpeckers Flamingo etc.


Other Attractions in Gir Wildlife Sanctuary
Jeep Safari : The best way to observe the big cats is, of course, in their natural surroundings, at dawn and dusk, when they are on the prowl. Wildlife viewing in the Gir’s is best done, by driving via jeep around the forest.

Best Time to Visit Gir Forest
Wildlife enthusiasts can visit Gir park throughout the year, but the best period to visit the Gir Sanctuary is between the months of November and June.


How to Get there
Air : The nearest airport from Gir is Keshod 90-kms via Veraval. Visitors can easily catch daily flights from Mumbai to Keshod.

Rail : The nearest rail connection is the meter gauge rail line of 395-kms from Ahemdabad.

Road : Gir is situated at a distance of 400-kms from Ahmedabad via Rajkot, Junagadh and Mendarda. State Transport buses are easily available from Junagadh and Veraval to Gir, between November and June.


General Info / Tips
» Do not disturb the animals during day time as most of the nocturnal animals sleep during day time.
» Do not try to irritate the animals or make them angry by teasing them.
» Take official guides along with you on the park trip.
» Do not smoke inside the park.
» Do not use flash or intrusive photography.
» Picking of plants and insects is strictly prohibited.
» Wear loose fitting and simple clothes that blend with the park surroundings.
» For the safety of the visitors, walking and hiking within the vicinity of the park is not allowed.
» Camping and picnicking is not allowed within the park.
» Carry plenty of water along with you.

Answer 6

In 3 words: The Asiatic Lion.

Ensure you book accommodation before going - there are only 2 reasonable hotels to stay there. Check details on

http://www.holidayiq.com/destoverview.php?Destination_id=543&stateid=22&fromDest=yes

Answer 7

GIR NATIONAL PARK IS IN GUJARAT STATE.ITS BEAUTY IS WHILE OUR VISIT TO THE PARK WE WILL BE IN A CAGED VEHICLE INSTEAD OF OTHER ANIMALS.THIS PARK IS VERY FAMOUS FOR TIGERS.

Answer 8

White tigers and the walk thru stairs

Answer 9

The Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary (also known as Sasan-Gir) is the sole home of the pure Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persica). Measuring about 258 km² for the fully protected area (the National Park) and 1153 km² for the Sanctuary, the area is considered to be one of the most important protected areas in Asia due to its supported species.

Established in 1965, the total area of 1412 km² is located about 65 km to the south-east of Junagadh city of the Junagadh district in the kathiawar peninsula of Gujarat state, India.

The ecosystem of Gir, with its diverse flora and fauna, is a result of the efforts of the Government forest department, wildlife activists and NGOs. The forest area of Gir and its lions were declared as "protected" in the early 1900's by the then Nawab of the princely state of Junagadh. This initiative assisted in the conservation of the lions whose population had plummeted to only 15 through slaughter for trophy hunting.

The April 2005 census recorded the lion-count in Gir at 359, an increase of 32 compared to 2001. The lion breeding programme covering the park and surrounding area has bred about 180 lions in captivity since its inception.

In addition to the two seasons of summer and winter, Gir has a tropical monsoon climate. It can become very hot during the summer, with noon temperature reaching 43 °C or 109 °F, and humid during the monsoon in June. In Winter the temperature drops to about 10 °C or 50 °F. The normal monsoon starts from mid-June and lasts till September, with the annual rainfall ranging between 600 mm and 1000 mm. However, because of the irregular monsoon and uneven distribution of rainfall across the peninsula, drought years are common.

The park and the sanctuary remain open all year but the cool and dry weather between late-November and early-March is the recommended visiting period. During this period it is easier to sight the wildlife in the open.

[edit] Geography
Gir National Park and Gir Wildlife Sanctuary.
Gir National Park and Gir Wildlife Sanctuary.

[edit] Water reserves

The seven major perennial rivers of the Gir region are Hiran, Saraswati, Datardi, Shingoda, Machhundri, Ghodavari and Raval. The four reservoirs of the area are at four dams, one each on Hiran, Machhundri, Raval and Shingoda rivers.

During peak summer, surface water for wild animals is available at about 300 water points. When drought hits the area following a poor rainfall, surface water is not available at a majority of these points, and water scarcity becomes a serious problem (mainly in the eastern part of the sanctuary). Ensuring the availability of water during peak summer is one of the major tasks of the Forest Department staff.

[edit] Flora

More than 400 flora species have been recorded by the survey of Gir forest by Samtapau & Raizada in 1955. The Botany department of M.S. University of Baroda has revised the count to 507 during their survey. According to the 1964 forest type classification by Champion & Sheth, the Gir forest falls under "5A/C-1a—very dry teak forest" classification. Teak occurs mixed with dry deciduous species. The degradation stages (DS) sub-types are thus derived as: 1) 5/DS1-Dry deciduous scrub forest and 2) 5/DS1-Dry savannah forests (Locally known as "vidis"). It is the largest dry deciduous forest in western India.

Teak bearing areas are mainly in the eastern portion of the Gir forests, which constitutes nearly half of the total area.

The forest is an important biological research area with considerable scientific, educational, aesthetic and recreational values. It provides nearly 5 million kilograms of green grass by annual harvesting, which is valued approximately at Rs. 50 crores (Rs. 500,000,000) (US$ 10 million). The forest provides nearly 15,000 metric tons worth of fuel wood annually.

[edit] Wildlife

The count of 2375 distinct fauna species of Gir includes about 38 species of mammals, around 300 species of birds, 37 species of reptiles and more than 2000 species of insects.

The carnivores group mainly comprises of Asiatic lions, Leopards (nearly over 500), Jungle cat, Hyenas, Jackals, Mongoose, Civet cats, and Ratels. Desert cats and Rusty-spotted cats exist but are rarely seen.

The main herbivores of Gir are Chital, Nilgai (or Bluebull), Sambar, Four-horned Antelope, Chinkara and Wild boar. Blackbucks from the surrounding area are sometimes seen in the sanctuary.

Among the smaller mammals, Porcupine and Hare are common but the Pangolin is rare. The reptilians are represented by Marsh crocodile (highest population among all protected areas in India), the Indian Star Tortoise and the Monitor Lizard in the water areas of the sanctuary. Snakes are found in the bushes and forest. Pythons are sighted at times along the stream banks.

The plentiful avifauna population has more than 300 species of birds, most of which are resident. The scavenger group of birds has 6 recorded species of Vultures, including the King Vulture. Some of the typical species of Gir include Crested Serpent Eagle, endangered Bonelli's Eagle, Crested Hawk-eagle, Brown Fish Owl, Great Horned Owl, Bush Quail (or Quailbush), Pygmy Woodpecker, Black-headed Oriole, Crested Swift and Indian Pitta. The Indian Grey Hornbill was not found in the last census of 2001.