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Rajamala
Wildlife Sanctuary, located 15 kms from
Munnar is the natural
habitat of Nilgiri Tahr. Half the world population of the rare mountain
goat is concentrated in this region.
The animal is fast becoming extinct. The sanctuary is a part of the
Eravikulam
Wildlife Sanctuary, and visitors are allowed only to the tourism
area in the Rajamala region.
The Nilgiri Tahrs are now reduced to small herds found in
Eravikulam-Rajamala region. The total number of Nilgiri Tahrs in Rajamala
is estimated at 1317.
Recreation - Rajamala Wildlife Sanctuary
Tourists are allowed to go on foot upto Anamudi. The trekking areas
include Anamudi and Rajamala.