India /Karnataka /Hassan /Halebid
Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is situated at 30 km from the Hassan. Edit
Detail InformationEdit
The Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary is one of the chief attractions among wildlife enthusiasts. The wildlife reserve is spread over an area of 102 sq km, situated in the Western Ghats. Dense cover of evergreen forests, semi-evergreen forests and Shola grassland of the sanctuary provide shelter to innumerable wildlife species. The altitude of Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary varies from 160 to 1712 metres with Pushpagiri Peak in the north being the highest peak. The other notable peak of the sanctuary is Kumaraparvatha Peak. To the north, the sanctuary adjoins with Bisle Reserve, whereas Kukke Subramanya forest range lies in the west. Elephant, leopard, jungle cat, wild pig, spotted deer, barking deer, mouse deer and common otter are some of the species found in Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary. Besides, the reserve is home to jackal, hare, common mongoose, small Indian civet, common palm civet and porcupine.
Pushpagiri Wildlife Sanctuary
HistoryEdit
N.A.
Must SeeEdit
Attraction
Visiting TimeEdit
N.A.
Closed OnEdit
N.A.
Best Season to VisitEdit
October to February.
Best Time To VisitEdit
Morning, Afternoon, Evening.
Time Required for SightseeingEdit
No
Ticket Required : N.A. Edit
Individual National Adult Rs. : N.A.
Kids Rs. : N.A.
Individual Foreigner Adult Rs. : N.A.
Kids Rs. : N.A.
Still Photo Camera Rs. : N.A.
Video Camera Rs. : No
Guide Required : N.A. Edit
Approximate cost: No
Dress Code (If Any) : N.A. Edit
Dress Require: N.A.
Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit
How to ReachEdit
Taxi : Halebid is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Halebid by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.
Bus : Halebid is well connected by KSRTC bus services. It is connected to all major cities nearby, including Bangalore, which is 222 km away from Halebid. Private buses are available from Bangalore majestic bus station to Halebid, costing about Rs 600.
Train : The nearest railway station is Hassan, which is 27 km from Halebid. It takes about Rs 400 for taxi to reach Halebid from Hassan. Hassan is connected to many cities in Karnataka and neighboring states.
Air : Halebid does not have an airport. The nearest airport is Bangalore. Bangalore International Airport which is located at a distance of 217 km from the Halebid. From here you can take prepaid taxi services and bus services to reach the city. Many national and international flights lands on this airport making approachability of the city easy.
Others : N.A.
Things to CarryEdit
- Camera, Plenty of water.
Safety / WarningEdit
- Before purchasing any product confirm the price form local people.
HelplineEdit
- Police : 100.
- Fire Brigade : 101.
- Ambulance : 102.
