Location:
28-km From
Jammu,
J&K
Coverage Area: 33.24-sq-kms
Main Attraction: Pheasant
Best Time To Visit: Mammal Viewing - September To March; Bird
Viewing - March To May
Sanctuary Overview
Nandini wildlife sanctuary has an area of 33.24-sq-kms and was named after
Nandni village located at a distance of 28-kms from Jammu, on NH IA. There
is appreciable pheasant population. It is surrounded by rich stock of Flora
& Fauna.
The Park Ecosystem
The Animal Beings
There are about eight mammal species in the whole sanctuary area. The main
species are Leopard, Wildboar, Rhesus Monkey, Garal, Grey Langur, etc. The
common birds found over here are Indian Mynah, Blue Rock Pigeon, Peafowl,
Red Jungle Fowl, Chir Pheasants, Chakor, etc.
Arriving At Nandini wildlife sanctuary
Air: Nearest Airport is situated at
Jammu
(26-km).
Rail: Nearest railhead is
Jammu
(28-km)
Road: Regular buses ply to the Sanctuary from
Jammu
(28-km) as well as from Srinagar (274-km).
