Vasona Lion Safari: 20 hectares for Asiatic lions inside the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Wildlife Sanctuary
Background
Vasona Lion Safari spans 20 hectares.
It lies within the Dadra and Nagar Haveli Wildlife Sanctuary.
The safari is about 10 km from Silvassa town and is reached by the Khanvel-Silvassa road.
It is a protected habitat for Asiatic lions.
Visitors move through the enclosure in mesh-screened safari vehicles on a ride of about 30 minutes.
Area:
20 hectares
Distance from Silvassa:
about 10 km
Species:
Asiatic lions
Why it matters for exams: Asiatic lions outside Gujarat's Gir landscape are a favourite environment question, and this safari is one such site.
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