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Ranthambore National Park - ( 13 Nights /
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The Ranthambore
National Park is situated in Eastern Rajasthan at the confluence of
the Aravali hill ranges and the Vindhyan plateau. Two rivers flow
through the Ranthambore National Park - the Chambal River in the
South and the Banas River in the North. Six man-made lakes and many
perennial streams pass through the entire national park. In 1955,
the Ranthambore National Park was declared a game sanctuary; and in
1980, it attained the status of a national park. With the initiation
of Project Tiger in 1972, it was declared as a tiger reserve in
India. The total area of the Ranthambore National Park is 1,334 sq
km along with its adjoining sanctuaries - the Kaila Devi Sanctuary
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The typical feature of the park is that out of the entire park some
areas are open for the tourists to wander in and explore the flora
and fauna of the park. The Ranthambore National Park is nestled
between the Aravali and Vindhya
mountain ranges. The rugged terrain and the dense deciduous forests
are major features of this national park, which has among the the
largest and most diverse collection of wildlife species in India
greylag-goosePark is also categorised as a heritage site because of
the picturesque ruins of the fort that dot the park. The lake
palaces, 'chhatris', old fortifications and a majestic fort dating
back to 1,000 years overlook the park. The Jogi Mahal and the Padam
Talao are the unique features of Ranthambore National Park. The park
is famous for the majestic Royal Bengal Tigers, which can be seen
around the lakes and watering holes, prowling through the forest or
resting on the ruins of the fort. Ranthambore National Park is one
of the best sanctuaries to see tigers in their wild habitat in
India. Many dignitaries have visited Ranthambore National Park to
see its majestic tigers. President Bill Clinton of the United States
came to Ranthambore National Park on his visit to India and
expressed his delight at seeing the tigers of Ranthambore.
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Attractions in Ranthambore National Park |
Flora in Ranthambore National Park
The national park is dotted with ancient Banyan Trees, Dhok and
Pipal trees, mango trees and the green belts covered by the trees.
The Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary has the two extremes - forests
and open bush land. The dry and deciduous forests are dominated with
the Dhok trees
Ranthambore Fort and Jogi Mahal :
With an area of 392-sq-kms, this park was named after the
Ranthambhore Fort that occupies the principal position in the centre
of the national park. This 10th century fort built by the Chauhans,
is probably the oldest existing fort in Rajasthan and particularly
in the Malwa plateau. The forest rest house, Jogi Mahal houses the
second-largest Banyan tree in India.
Excursions in Ranthambore Park:
The tourists can also plan for the nearest excursions from the
Ranthambore National Park. Sawai Madhopur Village near the national
park is known for its historical monuments. Karauli and Bundi are
other tourist place famous for its temples and architectural
marvels. Kota (100 km) has a number of tourist places like the City
Fort and Palace, Kota Barrage, the Kishore Sagar Tank, the Jagmandir
Palace, the Brij Vilas Palace Museum etc. Tonk that lies at the same
distance is also another must visit. |
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