Dr Saleem Ali Bird Sanctuary - Avian Paradise Of Goa

No tour to India can be really fulfilling without a trip to the sunny lands down in Goa

. Once the lone Indian stronghold of the Portuguese and seat of the Viceroy, nowadays Goa is famous as a favoured haunt of holidaymakers and adventurers coming to the subcontinent. Among the crowds there is no scarcity of nature lovers who are enamoured by the natural beauty of the region. Safaris, diving excursion and bird watching keeps them fascinated with the natural bounty of the land, and one of the places that they make a point of visiting in Goa is the Dr. Saleem Ali Bird Sanctuary.

The sanctuary itself is a shadowy mangrove forest located on the western end of the isle of Chorao, a pleasant haven on the Mandovi River. The forest is not very large, and it is possible to traverse its swampy terrain in a few hours as you observe and enjoy the ways of its colourful and rather loud residents. On its grounds you will find yourself surrounded by nearly 400 avian species and many other animals that dwell in the water and inundated lands. Fascinating species of birds; both residential and migratory, find themselves at home in the mangroves, ranging from waterfowl to hawks, from drongos to flycatchers and assuredly there is never a still moment in the trees, air or water.

The ecological system of the mangrove thrives with many other types of creatures such as insects, molluscs, fish and small mammals as well, and this in turn assures a rich food source for the birds. When visiting the sanctuary, the ideal time for your adventure will be between the months of October and March as the sanctuary will be alive with many a variety of birds; especially the migratory kinds as they arrive in the sunny south to escape the winter. If you are an avid bird watcher or simply an aficionado of natures beauty, Dr. Saleem Ali Bird Sanctuary is a place that shouldnt be missed during your stay in Goa.

Its easy to find a good place to stay in Goa when youve set your mind to go adventuring, and Goa resorts are a brand of their own in terms of class, luxury and comfort. A Goa beach hotel such as the well-known Leela Kempinski Goa will be an ideal choice when youre planning to enjoy the beaches and head off to the bird sanctuary. Enjoy Indias winged wonders at Dr. Saleem Ali Bird Sanctuary and be sure to check out the lovely township of Panaji nearby as well, and discover to your pleasant surprise that there is much more to Goa that its sunlit beaches and arcadian nights.

by: Pushpitha Wijesinghe

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