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One of the most striking features of India is the blend or confluence of two or more contrasting elements or factors. Hence, India is the only land in the world where one can observe the most modern and contemporary cultures blending with the most ancient customs and values. It is the only place in the world where one can observe densely populated and thriving cities co-existing with the most fragile ecosystems in the world. Hence, it comes as no surprise that the country has some of the largest national parks in the world. One such rich and renowned national park is the Madumalai National Park, India. Madumalai Magic The Madumalai National Park, India is situated in the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu. Madumalai actually means "Ancient Hill Range" and covers about 300 sq. kms. In the district of Nilgiri. The park is a part of the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve, which comprises of one of the largest patches of continuous forests in the world. One of the most excellent and scenic highways that connect Mysore to Ooty passes through this park. The nearest railhead for Madumalai is Ooty; the nearest airport is at Mysore while the nearest town is Gudalur. The park covers the northeastern slope of the famous Nilgiri Mountain range. The park is characterized by varying topography, which includes low hills, open grasslands and dense meadows. The Moyar River is the major source of water in the park, which is the focus of major wildlife in the park. The Madumalai National Park, India is divided into different areas. The major areas, where the majority of the wildlife is dominated include Kargudi, Avarahalla and the Moyar Gorge. These areas are located deep inside the forest and provide the best opportunity for viewing the wildlife in the area. The major wildlife attraction of Madumalai is the Asian elephant. Since the forest provides dense thicket and extensive bamboo vegetation, it is home to the gentle pachyderms. Some of the major wildlife attractions in Madumalai include tiger, leopards, gaurs, wild dogs, sloth bear and the Indian giant squirrel. The park also includes some of the most obscure animals like the leopard cat, slender loris, flying squirrel and pangolin. Some of the lesser wonders like the flying lizards, rock pythons and civets make Madumalai their home. Madumalai National Park, India forms one of the major habitats of the Asian elephant, which is becoming endangered due to lack of forests and poaching.
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