POINT CALIMERE WILD LIFE SANCTUARY

Sprawling on 17.26 sq.km. surrounded by sea and shore, comprising forests of tidal swamps, dry evergreen forests and mangroves, this sanctuary is situated in Nagapattinam district. It is bestowed with populations of varied wild life such as chital, Wild boar, Bannet macaque, Black Buck, Flamingoes, Teals, Gulls, Terns, Plovers and stilts. Special attractions are close encounters with Dolphins and Turtles which often come quite close to the shore.