Panna National Park was the hunting reserve of the erstwhile states of Panna, Chhatarpur and Bijawar. Due to this its natural wonders received excellent protection from the outside world. This area, covering 542 sq. km. has an admirable variety of wildlife that is quite easily sighted. The park has quite a unique and spectacular landscape, ranging from vast grasslands to deep gorges, at it is located at the junction of the Deccan peninsula and the Gangetic plains. The main attraction obviously is the tiger but many of the other animals and birds often steal the show. Due to its proximity to the famous city of Khajuraho, only 27 kilometres away, the park receives many day visitors.
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Getting there
Panna is well connected by all modes of transport. Although the last leg of the journey can only be done by road, the neighbouring towns of jhansi, Khajuraho and Satna are all well connected by air (Khajuraho), rail and road.
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