The Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary is situated five kilometres from the Bassi Fort Palace in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. The sanctuary is spread across an almost 15,290 hectares. It was established back in the year 1988 by the Government of India and is a very important natural reserve for the state. A tour of this beautiful sanctuary along with its vibrant flora and fauna should definitely be on your list of places to visit Chittorgarh. The sanctuary is also easily accessible by road from Chittorgarh and is a very good option to consider for tourists who want an escapade into nature.

Popular attractions:

The Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary is full of dry and deciduous trees that can survive Rajasthan’s harsh weather. Trees like Dhok, Churel, Butea and many other medicinal trees can be found here. Bird-watchers would be glad to be here, owing to the presence of a wide variety. Photographers and enthusiasts are often found here trying to capture a perfect shot of these beautiful birds and other majestic wild animals. The birds found here include Peafowls, Peacocks, Pigeons, Blue Bulls, Saras Cranes, Lesser Whistling Duck, Cuckoos, Ducks, Owls, Storks and many more. The Bassi Wildlife sanctuary also flaunts a list of wild animals which are fascinating. They include Wild Boars, Hyenas, Wild Cats, Cheetahs,  Four Horned Antelopes, Civets, Chinkaras, Spotted Deers, Porcupines, Langurs etc.

Activities:

Tourists can enjoy a rejuvenating experience of a Wildlife Safari while in Bassi Wildlife Sanctuary. Although the sanctuary does not allow camping activities, visitors can enjoy to their fullest during the guided Safari experience and take photographs and videos here. A tour of this Sanctuary can be planned with the help of various CHITTORGARH TOURISM PACKAGES.