Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary

Forest inside Kochi city

The garden is located in the lap of beautiful nature, close to the town. This garden helps you to learn more about nature. Birds, fresh air, atmosphere and mangroves enhance the beauty of the garden. Great area to spend the afternoon

Maybe referred to as the green lung of Cochin. A very peaceful place with lots of exotic trees and birds. You will definitely spot some migratory birds and rare tree species. Beware of the notorious mosquitoes if you are visiting this place during evening hours. Everything is perfect apart from the mosquitoes.

Very good.. in the heart of eranakulam...Forests are called lungs of the earth or nature! Forests are one of the most important natural resources that have been gifted to mankind for its sustained existence on earth. Conservation of forests is therefore a necessity that requires to be addressed as a priority. Forests provide us with huge amounts of tangible and intangible benefits, without which human existence would be threatened.Hence, for the survival of human beings, a holistic approach is required to be adopted towards a sustainable way to maintain our forests and meet our needs at the same time so that there is a mutually beneficial co-existence of all.nnForests have a major role to play in enhancing the quality of our environment. Trees take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen into the air thereby helping in keeping the environment healthy and beautiful. Forests influence local and global climate. They conserve soil by preventing rapid runoff of water after heavy rains, thereby reducing soil erosion and minimizing floods. Forests are also vital for increasing our ground water. Because of the thick humus layer, loose soil, and soil-retaining powers of the long roots of trees, forests are vitally important for preserving adequate water supplies.nnRestrictions need to be put in place to conserve forests. With the alarming rate of deforestation, measures need to be put in place to protect wildlife, the environment, and all the living things that depend on forests for their survival. People need to be educated on the importance of conserving forests, as it will empower them to act appropriately such as planting more trees instead of cutting them.nnStrict measures need to be made to punish those who violate the set rules. Such measures should be taken to regulate grazing, cutting down of trees, tribal activities, forest fires etc. Forests are vital for human existence and if nothing is done to conserve them all living things are in danger of extinction. So, everyone should conserve forests!

It's a tiny oxygen parlour gifted by nature, protected and nurtured by forest dept. of Kerala and its nature loving people. A tiny forest in the middle of a metropolitan city and I loved it.