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The most convienently located National Park in the North
Indian state of Rajasthan, Ranthambore is considered by many to be
one of India’s most beautiful national parks. Ranthambore
National Park is one of the prime examples of Project Tiger's
conservation efforts in Rajasthan.
The Ranthambore Tiger reserve covers an area of 400 sq km with many
steep crags embracing a network of lakes and rivers. Atop one of
these hills, the 10th century Ranthambore Fort stands like a silent
sentinel. The terrain is a blend of impregnable forests and open
bush land. The forest is the typically dry deciduous type with dhok
being the most prominent tree.
Ranthambore National Park is best
known for its tiger population, and tiger sightings are common here. Apart from tigers, the national park has its share of panthers, too.
Kachida Valley is believed to be the place to sight these rather
elusive cats. One can also find marsh crocodiles, hyenas, jungle
cats and sloth bears apart from Chital, Nilgai, and Chinkara.
The Ranthambore National Park, also supports a large avian
population comprising of black storks, quails, Bonelli's eagles,
spur fowls, crested serpent eagles and painted storks. During the
winter months, the national park attracts a lot of migratory birds,
including a variety of ducks. It is the ideal park for wildlife
photography.
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Safari in Ranthambhore
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Game rides in Ranthambhore National Park
Tiger Safaris in Ranthambhore National Park are conducted in Four
wheel drive Jeeps and on open top Trucks. Jeep Safaris in
Ranthambore, must be pre booked well in advance, since the National
Park authorities limit the number of Jeeps entering the Park.
Visiting Ranthambhore
Ranthambore National Park is open from 1st October till 30th of
June every year. The best time to visit Ranthambhore would be from
November to March , as far as the weather is concerned . However,
serious wildlife enthusiasts would be happier visiting the Park
during the warmer months of October, April and May , since Tiger
Sightings are considered better during that time.
Getting to Ranthambhore
Ranthambhore is convienently located , 180 kms/4 hour away from
Jaipur and about 290 kms/6 hours away from Agra . Also, there are
very good trains linking Delhi with Ranthambhore.
