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Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary

Flourishing with an exquisite variety of flora and fauna, Tripura is a quaint hill station in North-East India. The state is known for some of the most prominent wildlife sanctuaries and national parks of the country, which are home to a diverse range of animals, plants and insects species. This makes Tripura the ideal tourist destination for nature lovers, wildlife enthusiasts and photographers!

Here is a compilation of some of the well-known wildlife sanctuaries in Tripura that are worth a visit:

Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary

Spread across a massive 390 sq. km, the Gumti Wildlife Sanctuary is situated in the south-eastern part of Tripura. The sanctuary is home to a wide range of animal and bird species such as Phayre’s leaf monkey, Asian Elephant, sambar, water buffalo, wild goat and several migratory birds. It is also home to various species of reptiles. There is a large water reservoir spread across an area of 300 sq. km near the sanctuary, which is used for water storage.