BHAGWAN MAHAVIR WILDLIFE SANCTUARY
Sonaulim, Goa, South Goa, India
Bhagwan Mahavir Sanctuary is a protected natural habitat that expands over an area of about 40 square miles in the Western Ghats of India. The green zone consists of West coast semi evergreen, tropical evergreen and moist deciduous forests that create a natural habitat for a wide variety of animals and birds. It is home to the Dhangar community and has temples built by the Kadamba Dynasty. This is the largest of Goa's four protected wildlife areas. This sanctuary is home to a variety of plants, birds, and animals. The park is also home to a community of nomadic buffalo herders known as Dhangar.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
November to April
Do's & Dont's
- Do keep the premises of the Zoo neat and clean.
- Do not tease animals and do not carry firearms or any sharp objects.
- Animals well fed by trained veterinarians. Please do not feed any animal inside Zoo.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 08:00 AM | 05:30 PM | 20 | 10 |
Other Fee's
- Still Camera - 30/-
- Video Camera - 150/-
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Sanguem KTC Bus Stand |
28 KM | 02223023905 |
 Kulem Railway Station |
6 KM | 139 |
 Goa International Airport |
69 KM | 8322540806 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Snacks, Camera
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Colem | 5 KM |
Nearest Temples
MAHADEVA TEMPLE
Mahadeva temple was built in 12th century AD
SHRI GOPAL GANAPATI MANDIR
The temple built by late Shri Dayanand Bandodkar the first Chief Minister of Goa has the idol made of metal alloy
SHREE NAGESH MAHARUDRA TEMPLE
Temple was built in 14th century
SHREE SHANTA DURGA TEMPLE
It is a combination of Indo-Portuguese Style of architecture
BRAHMA TEMPLE
This Brahma temple was built in the 5th century AD
SHRI MANGUESHI TEMPLE
This temple is one of the famous and largest temple in Goa
SHREE MAHALAXMI TEMPLE
Here deity is made of black stone and is placed in a silver canopy
Nearest Attractions
WaterfallsDUDHSAGAR FALLS
This startling marvel rivets brilliance of God’s creation
BeachANJUNA BEACH
Anjuna beach is Goa’s local “multidimensional entertainment hub”
FortCHAPORA FORT
Chapora River that flows right alongside it and famous port in Goa
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