sanctuary

Far from the crowds, these 5 hidden Indian islands are home to pristine beaches, ancient ruins, and even an active volcano! A true sanctuary for those who love the wild.

Sai Vignesh started helping animals at a very young age, thanks to his grandfather. Later, he started Almighty Animal Care Trust in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu to provide a safe haven for injured animals.

Johnson Varghese built a 17-acre bamboo farm in Wayanad, conserving 142 rare bamboo species from across India, highlighting their diverse uses.

Folks at the Panna Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh believe Vatsala is the oldest elephant in the world. Though her exact age is unknown, she is the most doting granny to the young calves born at the reserve who are now her eyes.

Boosting ecotourism, the Sessa Orchid Sanctuary is home to more than 236 species of orchids as well as a wealthy diversity of mushrooms and other medicinal plants.

Once known for their cruelty against animals, poachers at Manas National Park in Assam are now at the helm of protecting the wildlife at the UNESCO world heritage site, restoring the Indian Rhino’s glory

All locations are within a 100 kms of the city, and you can easily visit and return home in the same day.

"They will be recognised as freedom fighters who saved our world from ourselves for generations to come."

Manipur is home to a critically endangered species of ponies. Here's how a sports tournament is preventing these rare animals from riding into oblivion.

Wilderness tourism is all the rage in Karnataka with Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Minister of State for Information Technology, Bio Technology & Tourism Priyank Kharge, recently announcing a series of initiatives to promote wildlife conservation in the state.