Fact File Area - 1412 sq. km  Altitude - 225-648 m above sea level  Best Time to Visit - December to March  STD Code - 02877-5

Introduction Sasangir is located in the paisley-shaped Kathiwad peninsula of Gujarat. Lying on the south-western fringes of the Saurashtra peninsula (west-central India Sasangir or the Gir National Park is the natural habitat of some 300 Asiatic lions. A visit to Sasangir naturally means a visit to the lion sanctuary. The Sasangir National Park was created in 1913 and was given a sanctuary status in 1965. Easily accessible from the nearby major towns and cities, the terrain here is rugged with steep rocky hillsides and a few springs. Sasangir is also the natural habitat of a number of rare species of plants and animals that attract a large number of tourists every year.  Sightseeing Famous world over as the only refuge of the majestic Asiatic lion (Panthera leo the National Park or the lion sanctuary makes a must visit for the nature lovers. The Asiatic lion measuring 2.75 meters in length and with a bigger tail tassel bushier elbow tufts and more belly folds than his African cousin is a main attraction of this place. Besides the king of the jungle, Sasangir is also a natural habitat of some of the exotic flora and fauna of this peninsular region. Moreover, it also has some of the important reservoirs like the Nalsarovar lake that provide the much needed moisture to the flora and drinking water to the native animals Sasangir also has some of the dry deciduous and tropical thorn forest and an evergreen corridor along the river sides. Among the common variety of trees you can find here are the teak, laburnum, acacia tendu, ber, jamun, amlosa, and bael. The crocodile farm developed in the forest is also one of the main attractions of the place. The sanctuary is open to visitors from mid October to mid June. Excursions Besides the main attractions of the Sasangir, there are still some more to include in your excursion. These places offer you some of the wonderful beaches, natural wonders, resorts and views of the nearby Diu islands. The Somnath temple is an important pilgrimage site for the Hindus, which also makes it a must visit in your excursion itinerary. Some of the other places of interest are Junagadh, located at a distance of 64 km from Sasangir and Ahmedpur Mandvi, which is located at a distance of 70 km from Sasangir Chorwad a 30 km drive from Sasangir is a small fisherman’s village not to be missed.