Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary
Overview
- •The Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in the Indian state of Odisha.
- •The sanctuary has an area of 87 km2, and is located along the Bay of Bengal coast, between the towns of Puri and Konark.
Highlights
- The Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in the Indian state of Odisha.
- The sanctuary has an area of 87 km2, and is located along the Bay of Bengal coast, between the towns of Puri and Konark.
- The sanctuary includes sandy beaches, coastal dunes, groves of introduced Casuarina trees planted in 1916–17, and cashew plantations.
- Little of the native flora remains.
- The sanctuary was designated in 1984.
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Modest, respectful clothing is expected at this site.
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Visit Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary
FlexibleThe Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in the Indian state of Odisha. The sanctuary has an area of 87 km2, and is located along the Bay of Bengal coast, between the towns of Puri and Konark.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Balukhand-Konark Wildlife Sanctuary is a wildlife sanctuary located in the Indian state of Odisha. The sanctuary has an area of 87 km2, and is located along the Bay of Bengal coast, between the towns of Puri and Konark.
It is about 6.4 km from central Konark.
The most comfortable months are January, February, March, April and November; May is the hottest, with highs around 33°C.
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Best Time
October to March
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