Wildlife & Sanctuary
Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary
National park in Pahalgam.India
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About
The Overa-Aru Wildlife Sanctuary is a protected area in Aru Valley, Pahalgam near Anantnag city in Anantnag district of Jammu and Kashmir, India. It lies 46 km from Anantnag city, the district headquarter. It is on the periphery of the two villages of Overa and Aru. The sanctuary spreads over 511 square kilometres (197 mi2), lies 76 kilometres (47 mi) east of Srinagar. It was declared a game reserve in 1945 under the Dogra Rule and later upgraded to a sanctuary in 1981.
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Things to do here
- Book the official safari or nature walk at the forest office
- Carry binoculars and wear muted colours
- Ask about seasonal closures
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Location
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