Mahaveer Harina Vanasthali National Park

Area
The park is at a distance of 30 km from the city and originally the area was under the Nizam. The park was established in 1977.

Flora
The flora is of dry scrub jungle with grass lands. Major plant species found here are Neem, Butea (Flame of the forest), Acacias, Bauhinias etc. apart from a variety of thorny scrub species.

Fauna
The park is famous for the endangered Black Buck, the state animal of Andhra Pradesh.

The other species of animals commonly seen are Monitor Lizards, Mongooses, Porcupines and Hares besides a variety of Snakes.

The avian fauna of the park comprises over 100 species and includes Partridges, Quails, Peacocks, Doves and birds of prey like Kites, Vultures etc. A variety of migratory birds can also be seen round the year. Short-toed Eagle is another rare species nesting in this area.

Tourist facilities
There are rest sheds and observation towers for viewing the animals.

A van is provided to take the visitors inside the park to see the animals from close quarters.
This center offers audio-visual education on nature and wildlife and is supported by a good nature library.
An exhibition hall displaying exhibits explaining intricate problems of wildlife conservation

Timings
From 9.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. daily except Mondays.
The safari rides are between 9.30 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Entrance fee
Rates of admission into Vanasthali in departmental van or mini bus are Rs.5/- per adult and Rs.3.00 per child

Contact
Wildlife Warden, Wildlife Investigation, Aranya Bhavan, Saifabad, Hyd-4
Tel: 3230561