The flora of this sanctuary is primarily dry deciduous scrub and Southern thorn forests. At the time of declaration of the sanctuary, it was a large area of barren hillocks, but persistent efforts from Karnataka Forest Department have transformed the area into lush green forest, filled with local flora. The sanctuary's flagship species is the Indian sloth bear (Melursus ursinus). It has a very stable population of sloth bears and they reside in the numerous caves found in the hillocks within the sanctuary. leopards, monitor lizards, mongoose, pangolins, star tortoises etc. are some of the other animals that abound in the sanctuary. |
The empire's legacy includes many monuments spread over South India, the best known of which is the group at Hampi. Different temple building traditions in South and Central India came together in the Vijayanagara Architecture style. This synthesis inspired architectural innovation in Hindu temples' construction. Efficient administration and vigorous overseas trade brought new technologies such as water management systems for irrigation. The empire's patronage enabled fine arts and literature to reach new heights in Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Sanskrit, while Carnatic music evolved into its current form. |
Beautifully captured birds. Just to put in my input about Sloth Bear Sanctuary; there is one in Rajasthan by the name Jasore Sloth bear sanctuary nestled in the Arawali ranges adjoining Palanpur, in Gujarat. |
Originally Posted by lrsays
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Thanks for sharing, superb pictures. Is this amazing sunset image taken from hill next to Virupaksha temple/Hemakuta? |
Originally Posted by srikrishna717
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Amazing pics, Did'nt know Hampi was known for lovely birds.clap: Can you please share the camera gear for the photographs of Birds ? |
Originally Posted by dmplog
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Wow, breathtaking photos! Hampi and Badami is on wishlist, need to do sooner! Will add bear santuary as one more place to visit |
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