About Place
Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary, also known as Sasan Gir, is a forest and wildlife sanctuary near Talala Gir in Gujarat, India. It is located 43 km (27 mi) north-east of Somnath, 65 km (40 mi) south-east of Junagadh and 60 km (37 mi) south-west of Amreli. It was established in 1965, with a total area of 1,412 km2 (545 sq mi), of which 258 km2 (100 sq mi) is fully protected as national park and 1,153 km2 (445 sq mi) as wildlife sanctuary. It is part of the Kathiawar-Gir dry deciduous forests ecoregion.
Places To Visit
- Gir National Park and Wildlife Sanctuary
- Devalia Safari Park
- Sasan Gir National Park
- Kankai Mata Temple
- Jamjir Waterfall
Activities
- Take a Riveting Jungle Safari
- Shopping in Gir National Park
- Relish a Leisurely Stay and Scrumptious Food
- Get the best Bird Watching Opportunity
- Enjoy Tribal Festivals
- Learn About Conservation of the Wild at Crocodile Breeding Centre
Famous Food
- Dhokla
- Khakra
- Fafda
- Sev
- Khandvi
- Khaman
- Ghevar
- Malpua
- Shrikhand
- Puran Poli
Things To Buy
- Wall hangings
- Embroidered
- appliquéd quilts
- Cradle clothes
- Lacquer furniture
- Curios
Shopping Area
- Nearest town
Gir Details
Best Time To Visit
Monsoon Period
Important Contact
- Police Control Room:
- 100, 0285-2655533
- Ambulance Service:
- 108
- Tourist Center:
- +79 23977200
