Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary

Location: Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary, Goa is located in the lush upland foothills of the Western Ghats. It is located at about 55 kms from Panaji and 38 km from Margao.

B>Area: It is the smallest of the wildlife sanctuaries of Goa, covering around 8 sq. kms. The sanctuary includes a botanical Garden, fenced deer park and zoo. It is an ideal jungle resort and a major attraction for nature lovers and school going children.

Wildlife: Its sprawling deer park and the mini zoos are major attractions for the tourists and the locals. Originally established for the stray animals, Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary Goa, is now a breeding colony for large species of deer. Bondla Sanctuary is also a haven for bird watchers. The Rangado river flows on its east while the Madhel river on its north. Bison, wild bear, deer, leopards, serpents and birds are seen in numbers in Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary in Goa.

The mosque Safa Shahouri Masjid built by Ali Adilshah in 1560 can be seen at Ponda which is close to Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary.

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