Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary
located 15 kms from Munnar is the natural habitat of Nilgiri Tahr.
Half the world population of the rare mountain goat is concentrated
in this region.
The animal is fast becoming extinct. The sanctuary is a part of
the Eravikulam Wildlife Sanctuary, and visitors are allowed only
to the tourism area in the Rajamala region.
The Nilgiri Tahrs are now reduced to small herds found in Eravikulam-Rajamala
region. The total number of Nilgiri Tahrs in Rajamala is estimated
at 1317.
Tourists are allowed to go on foot upto Anamudi. The trekking areas
.
Location
15 Kms From Munnar, Kerala
Main Attraction
Nilgiri Tahr
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