About The Sasan Gir National Park
The Gir National Park, a well-known wildlife Sanctuary, is in Gujarat, also known as Sasan Gir National Park, the home of Asiatic Lions. These lions were all over the subcontinent before the excessive hunting by Britishers. Today, the Gir forest is the only place where Asiatic lions live. Apart from lions in the woods of this forest, 40 mammal species, 425 hard-to-find species of birds, numerous reptiles, and thousands of insects can be found. It's a highly appealing destination in India that leaves a luxurious impression through its flora and fauna like Karanj, Umro, Jambu, Vadu, eagles, etc, and other plant and animal species.
The Sasan Gir National Park is one of the most renowned national parks and the only place where Asiatic lions live; it is a centre of attraction for environment lovers, travellers, photographers, enthusiasts, researchers and adventurous tourists from all over the globe. Our Competitive rates Gir Wildlife tour packages allow you to travel Gir to encounter lions, an endangered species, while other wildlife creatures like vultures, brown fish owls, Indian eagle owls, pygmy woodpeckers, and crested snakes.
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The Realm of Royal King: Gir National Park
Touring on a safari through Gir National Park, you will feel that you have stepped into a beautiful place where nature has taken centre stage. It's a realm of lions where you will see them wandering freely; Gir is the only natural habitat besides Africa.The population of beasts had drastically diminished due to Junagarh hunting and habitat loss. As per the census, 20 lions at the time of 1913. After that, To conserve the lions, the Department of Forest Officers took strict adherence, and in 2015, the number of lions increased by 523 and rose to 674 as per the 2020 census. Gir Park was declared a sanctuary in 1965 and a national park by the government of India in 1975.
Gir's National Park is an ideal home place for lions because it is dry and deciduous. The forest is 1142 km square kilometres, 258 km core of national parks, a dignified kingdom forAsiatic Lions and an attractive destination. Almost 1000 people are still living in this park; their livestock is a quarter the diet of lions.
Foremost Places to Visit in Gir
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Devalia Safari Park
Visit this park, it will get you a core experience of Gir National Park, making it a prime attraction. It's a unique place for visitors and tourists to feel the rustic beauty and wilderness. In this park, you will encounter leopards, lions, deer, etc. Some sign boards are also placed in the park to educate the travellers regarding conservation efforts done in the region.
Gir Jungle Trail
Want to have a thrilling experience? Gir Jungle Trail is your best option. It is a 2.5-hour ride on an open safari. Safari provides you with heartfelt jungle experiences.
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Kankai Mata
Near Sasan Gir, a Hindu devoted temple named Kankai Mata temple. If you are a religious adorer, this temple should be your preference. This place holds significant importance for the architectural and cultural heritage of the region.
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Girnar Hills
This place is to visit for trekking enthusiasts near Sasan Gir. These hills are the mesmerising experience of nature's surroundings and landscapes. The site is filled with numerous temples and sacred sites and is a spiritual attraction for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jain pilgrims for blessings.
Routes to Gir National Park
The Gir National Gir attracts several tourists because it's a hub where all rare creatures and Asiatic lions are. Ready to take a thrilling experience to Gir National Park? The options you can choose for your destination are :
By Road
Roadways can be your smooth travelling to Gir National Park. Taxis and cabs are well connected to all the states to reach the national park.
By Railways
Junagarh Railway Station and Veraval Railway Station are the nearest stations to Gir National Park. From stations, you can easily reach your destination in approximately 1.5 hr.
By Airways
Keshod (90km) and Diu (84 km) airports are nearby to reach a destination. People visiting from abroad can easily take flights from Mumbai to Diu. After that, they can hire a cab to the ultimate destination, Sasan Gir Forest. Rajkot (175 km) Airways is also the second best alternative to travel
Prominent Attractions in Sasan Gir
Nature Walk
The whole beauty of Sasan Gir is breathtaking. In addition to wildlife, this place is characterised by fascinating grasslands and deciduous forests
Gir Safar
Touring on safari provides a glimpse of the diverse ecosystem of the national park. It offers tourists a marvellous experience of spotting Asiatic lions. Aside from lions, the place also has other varieties of wildlife species like leopards, birds, deer, jackals, etc.
Animals
In the Saurashtra Region, there are about 674 lions and 300 leopards, according to 2020 statistics. The forest is a habitat for two distinct species of deer. The Chowsingha, the only four-horned antelope in the world, can be found in the Gir forest. Asiatic Lions thrive in the dry, deciduous woodland that covers the entirety of Gir National Park.
Reptiles
In Sasan Gir, 37 species of reptiles are found. It’s a place where you can observe the conservation efforts by the forest department that are aimed to protect endangered species of crocodiles.
Birds
Sasan Gir is a home of 300 bird species. According to the Indian Bird Conservation Network, Gir is a predominant bird location. The sanctuary also has majestic vultures, which makes it a birdly beauty.
Culture Interaction
The surroundings of Sasan Gir are a mark of rich cultural heritage. It is a bewildering opportunity for travellers and photographers to learn about people living there in villages, what type of routine they share, handicrafts and their distinctive way of life.