Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary, Yamuna-Nagar, Haryana India

Kalesar Wildlife Sanctuary is spread in 11570 Acres or 45.6 kms area in the lap of lower hills of Shivaliks, situated in the eastern part of Yamunanagar. Mainly the forest has sal trees and Khair, Shisam, Tun, Sain & Amla. In this forest there are many wild animals mainly a combination of 16 female and male leopards, a tiger and approximately 19 panthers are there .

The sanctuary is situated on the banks of River Beas which enters the state from Haridwar. Tourists visiting the sanctuary can see animals like sambar, chital, barking deer and gorals. Nilgai or blue bull, wild boar, Rhesus macaque monkeys, red jungle fowls, panthers, leopards and tigers can be spotted in the sanctuary. Elephants belonging to Rajaji National Park also visit the sanctuary as it has sustainable amount of water bodies. The sanctuary has a 100 years old colonial Dak bungalow which has been transformed into a forest rest-house. Located at the centre of the sanctuary, the bungalow offers beautiful views of the Yamuna and its adjoining areas. The ancient building has a colonial style of architecture with high ceiling rooms, beautiful flooring and teak panelling. The old bungalow also has a fireplace and antique furniture which represent the British rule.