November 28, 2014
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Amirthi Zoological Park
Amirthi Zoological Park, Vellore in the Indian state of
Tamil Nadu. It was opened in 1967
and is about 25 kilometers (16 mile) from the Vellore city. The area of the park is 25
hectares and this zoo logical park was started in the
year 1967 October.
Half of this jungle is cleared to serve as a tourist spot
while the other half is developed as a wildlife sanctuary. A trek for a kilometer
leads one to a full view of seasonal waterfall. The inflow of tourists is more
only during the holidays. Animals at the park include spotted deer, mongoose,
hedgehog, foxes, reason monkeys, red headed parrots, love birds, tortoises,
peacock, crocodiles, wild cats, eagles, ducks, pigeons, wild parrots, rabbits,
and pythons and also beautiful waterfalls.
Swings, Seesaw etc., are there for children to play.
Numerous kinds of herbal plants and trees and sandal wood trees also grow
here. There are 2 rest houses and five members can stay one dormitory. There is
a meditating hall where one can have full concentration and be in serenity.
The inflow of tourists is more only during the holidays.
This zoological park has been recognized
recently and so the state Government has
taken initiative to develop this area. The entrance fees is
only Rs 2/- per head, for cycles Rs.3/- for van Rs.5/- for
motor cyclesRs.2/-. There is a range office at
Amirthi headed by the forest ranger, Mr.Deendayalan at present
2001.) There is also a hill tribe society at
Nimmiyambattu near Amirthi. The main aim is to give employment
opportunities to the hill tribals in that area.
Amirthi Falls, Vellore
Amirthi Falls are located in the Vellore district of the
South Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is a small cascade, which is seasonal in nature. These falls can be found at a distance of 25
kilometers from Vellore district. Amirthi falls lie amidst the Amirthi forests,
along the Javathu Mountain. The origin of the perennial River Naganathi is from
Mount Javathu. Agriculture is largely practiced amongst the locals residing in
the area.
Travel Journey:
Road Distance or driving
distance from Amirthi Zoo to Vellore Bus Stand is 2kilometers (1.00 miles).
