Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Tiger Reserve
Parks / Karnataka
Est. 2011 · DryDeciduousForest
Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Tiger Reserve
Chamarajanagar, Karnataka
A unique confluence of the Western and Eastern Ghats in Karnataka, BRT is home to the highest density of elephants in Asia. The sacred Biligiri Rangaswamy temple sits atop a hill inside the reserve.
Area (km²)
574.82
Established
2011
District
Chamarajanagar
Nearest City
Mysuru
Quick Facts
BRT is considered to have one of the highest elephant densities anywhere in Asia.
It forms a critical corridor between the Western and Eastern Ghats ecosystems.
The Soliga tribe are the original inhabitants of these forests and play an active role in conservation.
The reserve was declared a Tiger Reserve as recently as 2011 but already shows strong tiger recovery.
Habitat & Best Time to Visit
Habitat Types
Best Time to Visit
Oct – May
Open year-round but best visited October to May. June–September sees heavy rainfall.
Designations
Gates & Safari Zones
BRT Gate
Zone Core
Permit required; limited daily safaris.
Male Mahadeshwara Hills
Zone Buffer
