Tuesday, October 27, 2009

MyWorld

The Borivali National Park, officially known as the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, is a unique National Park in that it lies within the borders of a city. The park lies on the northern fringes of suburban Mumbai, India. It encompasses an area of 104 square kilometres and is surrounded on three sides by India's most populous city. It is one of Asia's most visited National Parks with 2 million annual visitors. The region is hilly with a maximum height of about 480 m. The Park encompasses two lakes, Vihar Lake and Tulsi Lake, which meet part of the city's water requirements. The park is said to be the lungs of the city as it purifies most of the pollution over the city. The park is a bustling forest. An estimated 800 types of flowering plants; 284 kinds of birds; 5,000 species of insects; 36 types of mammals; 62 reptiles and 150 species of butterfly call the forest their home. The park has also many endangered species of plant and animal. The world's largest moth, the Atlas moth, was discovered here. The park is also home to a small population of leopards. A small section of the park is open to the public. A mini zoo was also created so that visitors can view the animals from afar. A safari also guides and educates visitors on the natural habitats of these animals. A toy train travels around the tourist zone showcasing parts of the rich biodiversity.
Nature trails and treks are also popular with some leading you to the Highest Point trail, the highest point in the city, to take a panoramic view of the city. Rock climbing enthusiasts have been coming to national park for quite some time now.
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25 comments:

  1. Beautiful shot and a very interesting post! I enjoyed reading about it on your other blog as well! Fascinating.

    Enjoy!

    Sylvia

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  2. It is amazing to have a park within a city. It sounds like a good place to explore.

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  3. And personally during rainy season or hot summer season the best to visit.

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  4. Very nice to have a park this large within the city.

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  5. Good for India to have preserved such an important piece of land.

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  6. Wow.. I didnt realise that the park was this huge.. I should attempt at going there the next time..

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  7. Today's post is very informative ,it is nice to know about this National Park because it was never covered in my earlier visits to Mumbai....looks like a great place to see with the family specially the kids...fun and education at the same time.Great post.

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  8. A beautiful picture with an interesting text. Very nice post!

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  9. Nice written (I can see no photo ;)
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  10. The park sounds fantastic - I hope you go in and show some more photos.

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  11. It sounds like a great place to visit! Looking forward to see more photos:)

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  12. The best thing I like about Parks and zoos are the toy trains and the safaris.

    Once a tiger clung to the bars of the safari bus we were travelling....

    Yes, I was sitting next to that window...but I still love these trips into the domesticated jungle

    Ashesw

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  13. Saw the "expanded version" of this on your travel blog. A very impressive place!

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  14. Thanks for all information, this post is very interesting!
    Léia

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  15. How fascinating. Once again, you've increased my knowledge of your world and I appreciate that. I would love to visit this incredible space ... it is truly a haven for flora and fauna in the midst of a huge urban center!

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  16. Wonderful photo and thank you for the background info!

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  17. «Louis» appreciates your being our tour guide by blog when we can't be there in person!

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  18. What a wonderful place it must be.

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  19. Amazing to think that such a park, with so much to offer, is on the outskirts of such a huge city. Just another treasure from India!

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  20. Looks like a busy place and a great national treasure.

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  21. Very interesting and informative post. always great to know about your world.

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  22. The parks are a really important part of the city. A fantastic shot.

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  23. Very nice to have a park this large within the city.

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  24. Wow.. I didnt realise that the park was this huge.. I should attempt at going there the next time..

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