Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary is an oasis of idyllic green and paradise of tranquil bliss. Tourists visiting the sanctuary are greeted by the mind-blowing panorama of India's National Bird, the regal peacock spreading out its beautifully colorful plumes and dancing to nature's tunes.

Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary is strategically sited 30 km from Thiruchirappalli and 40 km from Pudukkottai. The sanctuary is well connected by rail, road and air. Trichy railway station provides the railway linkage while there is an excellent road network running through Trichy and Pudukkottai and Trichy airport provides the domestic and international air connectivity.

Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary is flooded with tourists during the period spanning from October to April. The majestic peacocks, resplendent in their imperial splendor form the pride of the place. The reserve gives refuge to several varieties of wild peacocks, each equally exotic. The Palawan Peacock Pheasant, strolling around the Murugan temple has an enchanting charm that captivates tourists.

In India monsoon is not just synonymous with rain. As per its original Arabic nomenclature, it is a season and Tamil Nadu has a summer monsoon as well as a winter monsoon when the overhead nimbus clouds open up with driving downpours and unveils a rich blue sky. The elegant peacock welcomes the monsoon rains by spreading out its vibrant feathers and dressed in its natural grandeur dances magically.

Apart from spending a day amidst peacocks, Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary, situated in the city of temples has a lot to offer. The nearby attractions include:

Rock Fort Temple
Kodumbalur
Pullamangai
Sittannavasal

Viralimalai Wildlife Sanctuary is an ideal weekend retreat for tourists who want to spend a quiet weekend in a picturesque setting with a spellbinding old-world charm.

Last Updated on 1/17/2011

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