Peechi-Vazhani Wildlife Sanctuary lies with in the geographical extremes of latitudes 10026’ N and 100 40’ N longitudes 760 15’ E and 760 28’ N in the Taluk of Thrissur and Thalappilly and in the administrative jurisdiction of Peechi Wild life Division of Northern Wild life Circle, Palakkad. The sanctuary comprises of parts of Paravattanimala, machadmala and Bahranipacha mala .The total area of the sanctuary is 125 Sq.km.
Ponmudi is the highest peak (923m) in this region which runs to the altitude ranging from 45 metres to 900 metres. The sanctuary has around 25 types of mammals. Carnivorous animals like the tiger, leopard and fox are also found lurking in the thick growth. The wildlife sanctuary is also rich in bird life as more than 60 types of birds and 10 types of snakes are also found here. Besides the flora and fauna at the sanctuary, one can also enjoy boat rides at the Lake in the sanctuary.
Accommodation facilities can be availed at the rest house, and the information centre. Boating facilities are available here
Enquiry
1. Chief Conservator of Forest (Wildlife)
Thiruvananthapuram - 695 014
Phone: 0487 322217
Directions
By Air: Nearest airport is Kochi, 98 kms.
By Rail: Nearest railway station is at Thrissur, 23 kms.
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