POINT CALIMERE WLS
Kodiyakadu, Nagapattinam, Tamilnadu, India
Point Calimere Wildlife and Bird Sanctuary (PCWBS) is a 21.47-square-kilometre (8.29 sq mi) protected area in Tamil Nadu, South India along the Palk Strait where it meets the Bay of Bengal at Point Calimere at the southeastern tip of Nagapattinam District. The sanctuary was created in 1967 for conservation of the near threatened blackbuck antelope, an endemic mammal species of India. It is famous for large congregations of waterbirds, especially greater flamingos.
Suggested time duration
4 Hours
Crowded Period
Weekend
Best Season To Visit
September to June
Do's & Dont's
- Do enjoy the vast collection of Animals, Trees and Plants of the Sanctuary.
- You are in Sanctuary to see animals and enjoy their behavior. Please do not tease them.
- Do not play any audio-system or musical instrument inside the Sanctuary.
Architecture
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Timings
| Day | Start Time | End Time | Adult Entry Fee | Child Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Days | 06:00 AM | 04:00 PM | 10 | 5 |
Transport Connections
| Name | Distance | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
 Vedaraniam Bus Terminus |
11 KM | 9513508001 |
 Thillaivilagam Railway Station |
48 KM | 139 |
 Tiruchirappalli International Airport |
162 KM | 07373774163 |
What to Carry
- Carry Water Bottle and Food
Suitable For
Adults
Elderly
Children
Infants
Facilities
Toilets
Restaurants
Parking
Parking is Available for 10 Cars
Nearest Town
| Town Name | Distance |
|---|---|
| Nagapattinam | 56 KM |
Nearest Temples
SRI GARBHARAKSHAMBIGAI TEMPLE
Lord Shiva is seen in the form of Ant-hill
SWAMIMALAI SWAMINATHA SWAMY TEMPLE
Temple dates back to 2nd Century B.C
SRI NAGESWARAR TEMPLE
One of the 276 Devara Paadal Petra Sthalams and 27th Shiva Sthalam
SRI OPPLIAPPAN SWAMY TEMPLE
One of the 108 Divya Desams of Lord Vishnu
Nearest Attractions
MuseumTHANJAVUR ROYAL PALACE MUSEUM
One of the ancient museums which holds ancient items
BeachNAGAPATTINAM BEACH
Historically and geographically significant beach
FortMANORA FORT
Located in lush greenery surrounded by swaying coconut palms
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