Chandoli National Park Chandoli National Park: A Biodiversity Haven Perched at the junction of Ratnagiri, Sangli, Satara and Kolhapur districts in Maharashtra, Chandoli National Park was initially declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1985 and later as a national park in 2004. In addition it also holds the status of a protected tiger reserve. Located between longitudes 73o40' E and 73o53' E and latitudes 17o03'N and 17o20'N, it is bounded by the Koyna National Park and Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary and spread out over an area of 317.67 sq km. Elevation ranges from 589-1,044 m while the mean annual rainfall is 3,500 mm (Malik and Irfan 2006). The park receives its water supply from the Warna river and reservoir as well as several other small streams and rivers. A Rich Historical Tapestry Chandoli National Park is not just a biodiversity hotspot but also a place ...