Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary
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Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary | |
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Location | South Sikkim, Sikkim |
Nearest city | Ravangla |
Coordinates | 27°20′17″N 88°23′08″E / 27.338032°N 88.385591°ECoordinates: 27°20′17″N 88°23′08″E / 27.338032°N 88.385591°E |
Area | 36.34 km2 |
Established | 1969 |
Governing body | Government of India, Government of Sikkim |
Maenama Wildlife Sanctuary, is a wildlife reserve in the South Sikkim district of the Indian state of Sikkim covering an area of around 35 square kilometres (14 sq mi). The literal meaning of maenam-la is "treasure-house of medicines", and the flora of the sanctuary is rich in a number of plants of medicinal value. Established in 1987, Maenam wildlife sanctuary lies 65 kilometres (40 mi) south of the state capital Gangtok and is a popular tourist destination.
Skywalk[edit]
The first wildlife skywalk in India will be constructed at Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary. The state government of Sikkim proposed construction of the 22 kilometres (14 mi) rope-way from Maenam Wildlife Sanctuary to a skywalk which will be built over the edge of the Bhalleydhunga steep face. There will be a rain shelter and public conveniences at the skywalk. The environment ministry has also approved the proposal, which will cost 5 billion Rupees.[1]
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References[edit]
- ^ "India's first wildlife skywalk to come up in Sikkim". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 12 August 2018.