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Nellai Wildlife Sanctuary

Hill-forest sanctuary in Tirunelveli district, declared in 2015, spread over 29 mountain peaks

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01 — The story

Nellai Wildlife Sanctuary lies in the Tirunelveli forest division of Tirunelveli district and was given sanctuary status in 2015. It covers about 35,673 hectares of mountain ranges clothed in dense forest, and its wider landscape adjoins a tiger reserve and a grizzled squirrel reserve.

The sanctuary is known above all for its hills. Of its 29 peaks, Sivagiri Mala is regarded as the highest, while others include Totti Mala, Aruitalai Mottai and Kalli Mala. Ramakkalteri, within the sanctuary, is described as a popular attraction for visitors.

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02 — About

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