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A cub in caught in a playful mood at Gir
A spotted deer with its young one at Gir
Watch tower at Gir
Peacocks, national bird of India sighted at Gir
Sasan Gir is unique in being the last remaining home of the Asiatic lion.
In 1980 this sanctuary was set up to protect the lion and its habitat, and since its initiation the number of lion have increased from under 200 to an estimated 286 (in 1997).
It is however controversial - in order for there to be a sanctuary land was required, and consequently local herders lost cattle grazing land. Additionally due to declining areas of forestation around villages, villagers are forced to forage for fuel in the park, so reducing the lions' habitat once more.
The best time to visit the park is December to April, when it is coolest. From mid June to mid October it is closed for the monsoon - though needless to say dates may shift a little depending on the weather patterns!
Mother and her three month old lion cub seen on a jeep safari at Gir
Sasan Gir National Park, India
Mother and her three month old lion cubs seen on a jeep safari at Gir
White-throated kingfisher at Gir
Lions at Gir
Treat yourself to some pampering and enjoy a traditional Ayurveda massage, which originated in Kerala. The Shirodhara is the most famous.
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