Sanjay Gandhi National Park

The Sanjay Gandhi National Park is called the lung of the city. Far from the loud hustle and bustle of the metropolitan area, the national park is a complete contrast to its peaceful and serene environment. The National Park is the only one in the world that is present inside the city’s premises, covering an area of 103 square kilometers. This beautiful park is a very popular attraction, and it occupies most of Mumbai’s northern suburbs. One major highlight of the national park is the 2400-year-old Kanheri caves. These beautiful caves have been hand-sculpted by monks out of rocky basalt cliffs. The caves were once an important Buddhist learning center and pilgrimage site. The monks carved the caves with exquisite designs and Buddhist carvings. The park houses over 40 species of mammals, 150 species of butterflies, 250 species of birds, 78 species of reptiles, and a whopping 1300 species of plants. The park is known for housing endangered species of flora and fauna, which attracts a lot of visitors, making it one of the most visited parks in all of Asia.