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AMRITHI ZOOLOGICAL PARK

Amirthi, Vellore, Tamilnadu, India

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Amirthi Zoological Park is situated under the Javadu hills of Tellai across Amirthi River. Established in 1967, the zoo park occupies an area of 25 hectares. It is named after the Amirthi River which flows next to the park. This park is popular for its waterfalls,swing and animal habitats. Half of this jungle is cleared to serve as a tourist spot while the other half is developed as a wildlife sanctuary. One km trek in the park leads to a full view of Amirthi falls, a small cascading seasonal falls. Visitors can play and swim in the pool formed by the falls here in monsoons.

Suggested time duration

3 Hours

Crowded Period

Weekend

Best Season To Visit

October to March

Do's & Dont's

  • Do not enter restricted zone, which is meant for your safety
  • Do not consume liquor.

Architecture

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Timings

Day Start Time End Time Adult Entry Fee Child Entry Fee
All Days
08:00 AM 05:00 PM 2.00 2.00

Transport Connections

Name Distance Contact Number
Vellore Bus Stand
31.4 KM 0416-2220552
Vellore Cantonment Railway Station
28.5 KM 0416-224 1072
Vellore Airport
32.4 KM 09500575043

What to Carry

Take Water Bottle

Suitable For

Adults Children

Facilities

Toilets Restaurants

Parking

Parking is Available for 5 cars

Nearest Town

Town Name Distance
Kannamangalam 14 KM

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AMRITHI ZOOLOGICAL PARK

Amirthi Zoological Park, Amirthi, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India

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