Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary
Overview
Bhimbandh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Kharagpur hills of Munger district. Spread over 680 sq km, it is famous for its dense forests of sal, bamboo, and teak, and its natural hot water springs (Sita Kund, Rishi Kund) which maintain a constant high temperature throughout the year. The sanctuary is home to leopards, wild boars, sambar deer, nilgai, and a rich variety of migratory birds.
History & Origins
According to local folklore, the sanctuary is named after Bhima, one of the Pandava brothers in the Mahabharata, who constructed a dam (bandh) on a local stream here.
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