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Anamalai Tiger Reserve

Wildlife sanctuary and national park in Tamil Nadu, India

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Overview

Anamalai Tiger Reserve is a national park near Pollachi in the state of Tamil Nadu, India, at an altitude of 800 feet from the sea level on the Anamalai mountain range. It is a part of the protected Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary. Topslip is blessed with a gentle altitude, salubrious climate and a variety of flora and fauna. Its picturesque location and fabulous scenery has made it a popular location for several movie sequences. It stands majestically with Green Spread Mountains and forest all around. It is a Project Elephant sanctuary and a Project Tiger sanctuary. The local administrative control is with the Forest Range Officer under supervision from the Wildlife Warden at Pollachi.

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Getting there

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There are only two buses from Pollachi to Topslip everyday. They leave Pollachi bus station at 6AM and 3PM. The same bus returns to Pollachi at 8AM and 6PM.
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Getting around

As there are only 2 buses per day, hiring taxis will be the viable option, especially if you are planning to get off now and then, take pictures and enjoy the scenery.

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Get inCoimbatore airport (CJB) is the nearest international airport to Topslip - approximately 97 km (via Pollachi). International flights to Singapore, Sharjah are available by Scoot, Air Arabia and Sri Lankan Airlines.

Fees and permitsAll visitors to Topslip need a permit issued by the Wildlife Warden office of the Forest Department at Pollachi. Residents are exempt from permit. Visitors without a permit may be turned back at the check post.

Get aroundAs there are only 2 buses per day, hiring taxis will be the viable option, especially if you are planning to get off now and then, take pictures and enjoy the scenery.

TalkTamil is the most prevalent language but basic English is understood.

DoTopslip is a place where one can do nothing and come away fresh!

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SleepThere are no private lodges or accommodations. The Forest Department rents out limited self furnished and self-catering accommodation. Caretakers for these accommodation will be willing to act as chefs for a fee.

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