पश्चिमी घाट
The Western Ghats is a mountain chain running parallel to India's western coast for 1,600 km through six states. Older than the Himalayas, this biodiversity hotspot has over 325 globally threatened species and is home to endemic plant and animal species found nowhere else on earth.
One of the world's eight biodiversity hotspots
Older than the Himalayas at 150 million years
Over 325 globally threatened species
39 serial properties across 6 states spanning 1,600 km
Timing
Varies by specific site; most parks open Oct-May
Entry Fee
Varies by specific national park or sanctuary
Best Time to Visit
October to May (post-monsoon to pre-monsoon)
How to Reach
Multiple access points across 6 states; major airports at Kochi, Mangalore, Goa
11.1827N, 75.7879E
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