Pilikula Nisarga Dhama alias Pilikula park is an integrated nature park
located at Mudushedde, about 11km north east of Mangalore. The place derived
its name from the Pilikula lake (means tiger pond) which was once a haunt
of tigers. Sprawl over 350acres of land, the park is an ideal place for
for the nature lovers and eco tourists. The Pilikula Nisarga Dhama houses
a botanical park, mini aquarium, a water amusement park named Manasa amusement
and water park, an arboretum, science center, golf course and a lake with
boating facilities.
Covering an area of 82 hectates, botanical park named as Dr. Shivaram
Karnath Biological Park with lush green lawns showcases a wild variety
of marine and fresh water species. It also provide a variety of recreation
and amusement facilities for the visitors. The open zoo located within
the park features several wild animals. They are not kept in cages, but
to avoid direct contact with visitors, there are partitions like wide
trenches or wire mesh. The 9-hole golf course with a total yardage of
about 2800 yards is a major attraction for foreign and corporate visitors
to plan their holidays.
Contact :
Pilikula Nisarga Dhama Society,
Mudushedde, Vamanjoor, Mangalore - 575028
Phone : (0824) 2263565 / 2263562
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