Krishnagiri Upavan National Park

Krishnagiri Upavan National Park (Maharashtra). Formerly known as Borvili, this park protects an important scenic area close to Bombay. Kanheri Caves and Vihar, Tulsi and Powari Lakes; water birds, smaller types of wildlife. Outdoor movie, nearby Lion Safari Park. Airport: Bombay 20km. Railhead: Borvili 3km. Season: October-June. Accommodation: Tourist Cabins.

Tadoba National Park (Maharashtra). Teak forest and lake; tiger, leopard, nilgai, gaur. Viewing by night. Airport: Nagpur 208km. Railhead: Chandrapur 45km. Season: March-May. Accommodation: Within the Park.

The second crocodile breeding centre was established in Krishnagiri Upvan, Sanjay Gandhi National Park division in 1981, but it was not so successful and it is necessary to investigate the reasons for its failure. Non-provision of sandy banks may possibly be one of the reasons. The National Park, also called Krishnagiri Upvan has the Gandhi Smriti Mandir on Pavilion Hill. The Lion Safari park gives visitors an opportunuity to watch the Indian lion from special, closed vehicles. The Lion Safari park is open on all days, except Monday.

Key Factors
State : Maharashtra, by the western coast of India.
Climate : Winter temperature ( varies between 15 degree centigrade to 25 degree centigrade) Summer Temperature (varies between 25 degree centigrade to 35 degree centigrade). Maximum rainfall is : 946 mm annually.
Travel Tips : Consult the Doctor before you leave for the trip. Get enough information about the place you are going to visit.
Best time to Visit : October and February.