Kaundinya Wildlife Sanctuary, Palamaneru

This sanctuary is located 50 Km from Chittoor and 120 Km from Bangalore by road. It covers an area of 358-sq-kms. The area is covered by southern tropical thorn type of forests, consisting of flora Albiziaamara, Ficusreligiosa, Ficustomentosa, Ficus Bengalensis and Bamboo.


The flora also consists of a species, which is a regeneration of 'santalum' album. The habitat of Kaundinya sanctuary is rugged with high hills and deep valleys. The Kaigal and Kaundinya are two streams, which flow through the sanctuary.

Tourists can find a wide variety of animals like Cheetal, Four horned Antelope, Sambhar, Mouse Deer, Hare, Porcupine, Wild boar, Jungle Cat, Jackal, Sloth Bear, Panther, Jungle Fowl, Peafowl's and Elephants.

Best Time To Visit: October To May

Where to Stay
Forest Guest House, Palamaneru

Contact
Divisional Forest Officer, Chittoor District.

How to Reach This Place

Road : Palamaneru is located 41 Km from Chittoor. It is well connected to Chittoor by Road.

Rail : Palamaneru is located 41 km from Chittoor.

Air : Hyderabad,Tirupati,Chennai,Bangalore Airports.