Kabini, -
General Information
Other Name:NAGARHOLEDistrict:Not AvailableState:KarnatakaCountry:IndiaArea:0Language Spoken:ENGLISHLong Distance Code:08227Importance:WILDLIFE SANCTURYBest Time To Visit:March to October and -International Access:BANGALURUDescription:
The Kabini Forest Reserve is one of the most popular wildlife destinations of Karnatka , probably because of its accessibility, lush green landscape surrounding a large lake, and sightings of herds of elephants. It is 80 km (50 mi) away from Mysore and 205 km (127 miles) from Bangalore, and comprises the south-eastern part of Nagarhole National Park. Situated on the banks of the Kabini River, the reserve is spread over 55 acres of forestland, steep valleys, and water bodies. Once a private hunting lodge of the Maharaja of Mysore, Kabini was a popular hunting hotspot for British Viceroys and Indian royalty. Now it is considered to be one of the best wildlife sanctuaries in Karnataka, famous for its spectacular wildlife and bird life.Location:
It is 80 km (50 mi) away from Mysore and 205 km (127 miles) from Bangalore, and comprises the south-eastern part of Nagarhole National Park.Climate:
The park receives an annual rainfall of 1,440 millimeters (57 inches). Temperature during summer would be around 32°C. Winter is brief from November to January and has the temperature dipping to 12 °C and rains from June to October. Its water sources include the Lakshmantirtha river, Sarati Hole,Nagarhole,Balle Halla,Kabini River,four perennial streams,47 seasonal streams,four small perennial lakes,41 artificial tanks,several swamps,Tarak Dam and the Kabini reservoir.