Chandaka Wildlife Sanctuary

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Nestled on Khurda uplands of north-eastern limits of Eastern Ghats biotic region, Chandaka forest is a premier wildlife destination in Odisha.
Established in 1982, a first of its kind to promote eco-regeneration of depleting environment, the sanctuary is the pachyderm country, an entrancing preserve for elephants.
The conservation management of the last two decades has manifested in the revival of vegetation, which was once rendered bushy. Chandaka forests once extended all over Bhubaneswar.
Today the sanctuary is a treasure trove of biodiversity spreading over an area of 194 sq km. It is a compelling destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

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