Bandhavgarh National Park

Bandhavgarh National Park

Bandhavgarh in Madhya Pradesh is a place of legendary significance. According to the mythology, the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort is of great importance as it is believed to have been gifted by Lord Rama to his younger brother Lakshmana to keep a watch on Lanka which is why it acquired the name “Bandhavgarh” (Bandhav=Brother and garh=fort)

Geography:

Bhandavgarh Tiger reserve is situated in the eastern satpura hill range of umaria & Katni districts. This park has a wide diversity considering its Flora-Fauna & a healthy population of tigers. The national park covers an area of 593 square miles (1,536 sq km). This is one of the leading tiger reserves and destinations in all of India.

Best time to visit:

Every year Bandhavgarh National Park is open for visitors from the October to June. As per the climate of Central part of India, the peak season to visit Bandhavgarh National Park is during winters which is October to March.

Entry Gates:

The Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh has three  gates that grant entry to the world of wild exposure. The best entry gates for this national park are Tala, Magdhi & Khitauli gate.