Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park
The Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park is a protected area of India consisting of 21 small islands (islets) and adjacent coral reefs in the Gulf of Mannar in the Indian Ocean. It lies 1 to 10 km away from the east coast of Tamil Nadu, India for 160 km between Thoothukudi (Tuticorin) and Dhanushkodi. It is the core area of the Gulf of Mannar Biosphere Reserve which includes a 10 km buffer zone around the park, including the populated coastal area. The park has a high diversity of plants and animals in its marine, intertidal and near shore habitats. Public access inside the park is limited to glass-bottom boat rides. It was established as a National Park in 1986.
| Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park | |
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IUCN category II (national park) | |
Dugong, a vulnerable marine mammal | |
Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park Location in Tamil Nadu, India Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park Gulf of Mannar Marine National Park (India) | |
| Location | Coastal regions of Thoothukkudi and Ramanathapuram District, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Nearest city | Rameswaram |
| Coordinates | 09°08′15″N 79°28′21″E |
| Area | 560 km2 (220 sq mi) |
| Established | 1986 |
| Governing body | Tamil Nadu Ministry of Environment and Forests |
| forests | |
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