Things to see in India: Velavadar Natural Park
Velavadar is a peaceful sanctuary consisting of 35 square kilometres of savannah in Gujarat state. Set between two rivers and only a few miles inland from the Gulf of Khambhat, the park is home to a couple of thousand endemic blackbuck.
In former times these handsome antelopes were protected for hunting trips of the Maharajas of Bhavnagar. Other animals of note include the endangered Indian wolf, fox, jackal, jungle cat and wild boar. Birdlife is also extensive - the houbara bustard, lesser florican, common crane, sarus crane, white stork and white pelican are all present here.
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Velavadar is a peaceful sanctuary consisting of 35 square kilometres of savannah in Gujarat…
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Places to stay in India
Bandhavgarh
Kings Lodge [High]
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This comfortable lodge stands in an eight hectare private estate in the village of Rancha, just 10… More
Tiger Trails Resort [Mid]
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Tiger Trails consists of 12 cottages, each with en-suite… More
Treehouse Hideaway [High]
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For a room with a view, choose Treehouse Hideaway. It is unique because its five spacious… More
Bharatpur
Laxmi Vilas Palace [Mid]
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This property was built in 1887 for the younger brother of the then ruler of… More
Corbett
Claridges Corbett Hideaway [Mid]
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This property is concealed in the midst of a mango grove, providing a luscious setting for the… More
Delhi
Hans Plaza [Mid]
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The Hans Plaza is a comfortable choice with the added bonus of being centrally located in New… More
The Claridges [High]
The Claridges is a first-class historic hotel in the heart of New… More
The Imperial [High]
This is Delhi's luxury offering, a five-star hotel ideally and centrally located with 137… More
The Radisson [High]
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A stylish hotel, the Radisson is conveniently located near to the airport so is perfect for … More
Kanha
Shergarh Camp [Mid]
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India's eco-jewel in Kanha's crown, Shergarh Camp is a wooded oasis of tranquility. Spacious tiled… More
Tuli Tiger Resort [Mid]
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Tuli Tiger Resort has 18 air-conditioned tents with en-suite… More
Wild Chalet [Mid]
Wild Chalet is on the banks of the River Banjar, on the periphery of the… More
Kaziranga
Diphlu River Lodge [High]
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Diphlu River Lodge has tastefully decorated bamboo and thatch cottages, high up on stilts on the… More
Wild Grass Resort [Mid]
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Wild Grass Resort is situated by a stream in the paddy fields and forest just outside the national… More
Little Rann of Kutch
Rann Riders Camp [High]
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Rann Riders is a cottage camp at Dasada near the Little Rann of Kutch wildlife… More
National Chambal Sanctuary
Chambal Safari Lodge [Mid]
This family-owned heritage property on an extensive wooded estate, surrounded by farmland, formerly… More
Pench
Pench Jungle Camp [High]
Pench Jungle Camp has 12 spacious safari tents, three cottages and four air-conditioned rooms set… More
Tuli Tiger Corridor [High]
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For an ultra-luxurious experience, choose one of Tiger Corridor's… More
Sasangir
Gir Birding Lodge
Gir Birding Lodge is a small comfortable lodge situated at the entrance to the Gir Wildlife… More
Lion Safari Camp [High]
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Lion Safari Camp consists of 20 luxury en-suite, air-conditioned safari tents in a beautiful… More
Satpura
Forsyth's Lodge [High]
An eco-friendly property, built with environmental and community considerations as foremost… More
Reni Pani Jungle Lodge [High]
Reni Pani is designed to have minimal impact on the… More
Sundarbans
Sundarbans Jungle Lodge [Mid]
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This is an eco-friendly lodge which sits between the river and local paddy fields, offering six… More
Velavadar
Blackbuck Lodge
Situated in a secluded location along the Velavadar Blackbuck National Park, this resort offers 14… More
Nilambagh Palace [High]
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Nilambagh Palace is a simple hotel located at Bhavnagar. It is a most attractive building which… More
