Velavadar National Park (also known as Blackbuck National Park) is situated in Bhavnagar district of Gujarat. The park was established in the year 1969 and it covers an area of 34 sq km. The main attraction of Velavadar National Park is the Blackbuck antelope. Apart from Blackbuck, the forest is home to 14 species of mammals including the Nilgai, Wild Boar, Jungle Cat, Fox and Jackal. Many species of birds like Pelican and Flamingo also live in this forest. The nearest city from Velavadar is Bhavnagar which is 65 km away.
Getting There
The nearest railway station is Bhavnagar. Velavadar National Park is 65 km from Bhavnagar. Buses are plying from Bhavnagar to Velavadar. Ahmedabad is the closest major city which is 140 km away.
Staying There
Kaliyar Bhavan Forest Lodge
For booking contact:
Assistant Conservator of Forests
Blackbuck National Park
Velavadar
F-10 Annexe, M S Building
Bhavnagar
Tel: (0278) 2428644
Getting There
The nearest railway station is Bhavnagar. Velavadar National Park is 65 km from Bhavnagar. Buses are plying from Bhavnagar to Velavadar. Ahmedabad is the closest major city which is 140 km away.
Staying There
Kaliyar Bhavan Forest Lodge
For booking contact:
Assistant Conservator of Forests
Blackbuck National Park
Velavadar
F-10 Annexe, M S Building
Bhavnagar
Tel: (0278) 2428644
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