With the aim of safeguarding the fauna and flora of the Vindhyachal region, the Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1982, in Sonbhadra, district Mirzapur. The sanctuary is famous for its Black Buck. A large variety of vegetation is found in the mixed, dry, deciduous forests that cover the area: the primary tree vegetation being Baakli, Mahua, Dhaak and Bamboo. The wildlife comprises of Black Bucks, Chinkaras, Four-Horned Deers, Blue-Bulls, Sambar, Cheetals, Bears, Leopards, etc. Apart from these pythons, Gharials/ Crocodiles and different species of snakes are also found. In the wetlands and water filled areas of the sanctuary 'migratory birds' are spotted easily. Water holes and watch towers at vantage points provide the tourists a first-hand experience of watching birds and animals in their natural habitat and surroundings.

Pre-historic murals found in the "Lakhania" and other hilly regions and the pre-historic fossils of the Pre-Cambrian times in the "Salakhan" area bear testimony to the ancient origin and existence of this region and mark it as outstandingly important. The other places of tourist attraction and importance are the Eco-Valley, Black Buck Valley, Beauty of Sone and Lord Shiva's temple at Kanda Kot.

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