Gir Forest - Famous National Park & Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat

Online, October 9, 2012 (Newswire.com) - Gir Forest of Gujarat is the biggest Lion reserve sanctuary in India. This forest has many lions and only highest number of Lion carrying forest in India. There are no tigers found here. Gir forest of Gujarat has been a loved hunting destination by the Maharajas and Nawabs of place. Many lions were harmed during the hunt by many britishers and Nawabs of India.

After India became independent as per forest protection law, the forest was turned into wild life sanctuary and lions were preserved. At present condition this forest carries more than 300 lions. It is perfect destination for all wildlife photographers and adventure lovers to spot lions here along with many other furious wild animals.

As the forest has high capacity of lions, and lions are man eaters, government has fixed the target destination. The zone which is full of lions or where there is a high chance of spotting or meeting over with lions, fencing is done at an unreachable distance of lion for people to look at.

Jeep safari is offered into the jungle for witnessing serene green dense forest and come over tiger. Jeep moves arounf forest in the outer fenced area as a safety measure of travelers.

Attractions of Gir Forest:

Lions: Lions are the king of jungles. This proverb seems to be true in Gir Forest. All lion roams fearlessly here and there and is very high in number. These lions roams in groups. You can witness lion at any time in forest found here and there.

Leopards: Leopards are the bigger species of cats. This animal is quite dangerous due to its speed and style of attack. Whenever leopard attacks, it attacks straight on necks with its pointed nail palms. Here in sanctuary more than 210 leopards are found.

Reptiles: Here venomous and non venomous reptiles and crocodiles are found in large. Reptiles are almost found hanging on the branches of trees and holes made in grounds whereas Crocodiles are found in the water near to dam passing through the forest.

Gir Forest also welcomes bird lovers. Here many migratory and different specie birds are found. These birds and beautiful flora fauna is a spectacular one for photography. Photographers never miss the chance to capture beautiful colorful birds and animals in their daily habitat of natural poses.

These facts and figures of Gir forest make the forest a very prominent one to visit and enjoy true advent of wildlife.