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and the
hills, ancient sedimentary limestone and sandstone rocks,
perennial lakes and deciduous vegetation comprises of the
topography.
Ranthambore National Park was originally a
hunting ground of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Ranthambore was
declared as a game sanctuary in 1955. In 1973 this reserve was
protected under Project Tiger and in 1980, it became a
National park. The Ranthambore National Park is one of the
state's well known tiger reserve under the Project Tiger.
Presently the Kaila Devi Sanctuary, also famous for its tigers
and Mansingh Sanctuary also form part of Ranthambore Reserve
covering a total area of 1334 square km. The core area is just
about 392 square km. The landscape, with its lakes,
vegetation, the second largest banyan tree, and the fort, make
it one of the most picturesque parks in the country.
Major Attractions in the Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambhore National Park is one of the best place to see the
tigers, the majestic predators and thus they are the main
attraction of this park. This park has also shown that the
tigers can live and breed in close proximity to the human
settlements. The tigers can be spotted quite often even during
the day, when they are hunting and taking care of their young
ones. Other wild animals found in the park are the Leopards,
Caracals, Jungle Cats, Hyenas, Jackals, Sloth bear, Deer,
Antelopes, Nilgai, Sambhar, Chital, Chinkara, Wild Boar,
Porcupines, Indian Hare, Mongoose and Marsh Crocodile. The
lakes and water holes in the Ranthambore National Park are the
best places to sight the animals. These water bodies are full
of lotus and water lilies. Resident and migratory birds can
also be found in Ranthambore National Park. There are about
264 species of birds found within the park.
Best Time to Visit Ranthambore National Park
The best time to visit this park is from November to March.
You can visit the park either by having a Jeep or a Canter
Safari. There is a guide which will accompany you during the
safari in the park. In the park, one must stick to the
allocated route.
Other Attractions in Ranthambore
Ranthambore is a heritage site because of the picturesque
ruins that dot the wildlife park. There are lake palaces, 'chhatris',
old fortifications, 9th and 10th century temple and a majestic
1,000 year old Ranthambore fort, overlooking the park. The
Ranthambore Fort was built by the Chauhans in the 10th
century. The temples and tanks add to the beauty of the fort.
The seven gates and massive walls, crowning a fall-topped hill
presents a majestic view. |
