Interesting Facts About Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
- The name ‘Nilgiris,’ meaning ‘blue mountains,’ comes from the blue flower-clad mountains in the Nilgiris plateau, Tamil Nadu.
- Established in 1986, it was India’s first biosphere reserve.
- The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is an International Biosphere Reserve situated in the Western Ghats and Nilgiri Hills of South India.
- Included in the UNESCO World Network of Biosphere Reserves in 2000.
- Part of the Nilgiri Sub-Cluster, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2012.
- Located in the Western Ghats, covering Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka.
- The largest protected forest area in India, spanning 5,520 km² across Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala.
- Encompasses parts of the Nilgiri Plateau in a near-complete ring.
- Falls under the biogeographic region of the Malabar rainforest.
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Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve
The Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve is India’s first biosphere reserve, established in 1986. It’s located in the Western Ghats, covering two of India’s special regions. This reserve is known for its diverse ecosystems and various species, making it the top biosphere reserve in the country.
In this article, we will take a look at Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve’s objectives, location, geography, climate, flora & fauna, tourism and some interesting facts!
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