Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary: the Bondla Wildlife Sanctuary is located 38 kms from Margao. It is more
an ideal jungle resort than a sanctuary. It is a big favourite with
school children and people who love nature. This wildlife sanctuary in
Goa houses mini zoos, sprawling deer park in natural habitat, botanical
and rose gardens that attract people throughout the year.
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Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary:The Bhagvan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary covers around 240 sq kms. Out of
this, the forest-clad slopes of the Western ghats and its valleys are
the biggest attractions. It is also the biggest of the three
sanctuaries of Goa. The sanctuary is rich in wildlife. It is a paradise
for bird watchers. There are also many important geological and
historical features in this sanctuary.
Cotigao Wildlife Sanctuary: The Cotigao wildlife sanctuary in Goa is the second largest of all the
wildlife sanctuaries in Goa. It covers an area of 105 sq km. It is
covered with dense forest. As a result of which a varied wildlife,
avian fauna and reptiles thrive and flourish. The ancient Jeevottam
Partagal Math too lies near the sanctuary.