Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary

Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, presently known as Shaheed Chandra Shekhar Azad Bird Sanctuary, is a must-see tourist attraction in Kanpur. Located in the district of Unnao, this bird sanctuary is surrounded by the lush green vegetation & offers a shelter to a variety of avifauna. The distinguished avifauna includes the domestic as well as migratory birds. Apart from the birds, it also houses different animals that are protected here from the act of poaching.

It Is Known For:-
1) Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary is a haven for bird watchers. It is a residence for various birds including the spoonbill duck, sarus crane, whistling teal, vulture, white pigeon, Indian roller bird etc.
2) It also provides a shelter to the migratory birds like the Siberian Crane, red-breasted partridge, pink flamingo etc.
3) A small section of Nawabganj Sanctuary is dedicated to the conservation of the spotted deer. Guests can see a huge herd of deer in the region

Best Time To Visit:-
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary welcomes countless visitors throughout the year. The ones that are interested in catching a glimpse of the migratory birds can visit the place between October-March. It is the time when the migratory birds arrive and stay at the sanctuary. Bird Watching Safaris are also organized on a regular basis for observing the birds closely.

Reaching There:-
Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary is a major place of interest in Kanpur. Due to its location, it can be accessed easily by hiring the service of the local bus as there can be a parking problem if an individual drives till the destination.

Nearest Railway Station- Kanpur Railway Station
Nearest Airport- Amausi Airport