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In case you didn’t know, an Indian documentary, ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ won an Oscar award.
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The events of the documentary took place and were filmed inside the Mudumalai National Park located in the Niligiri Mountains of Tamil Nadu.
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Here are some facts about the sanctuary.
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1. It was established in the year 1940.
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2. It is spread across a total of 321 square kilometres.
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3. In 2020, it had the highest tiger population in Tamil Nadu and ranked 6th in the country.
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4. Apart from Asian elephants and tigers, you can also spot leopards, Indian giant squirrels, and other wild animals.
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5. The entry costs ₹15 per adult and no private vehicles are allowed inside the sanctuary.
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6. About 400 tribal families live in and around the national park.
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7. The best time to visit this sanctuary is from May to June when the weather is pleasant.
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