Rajasthan is home to some of the
most famous and highly visited wildlife
sanctuaries as well as national parks. Those who have interest in visiting
wildlife sanctuaries can now make the most of wildlife
travel packages in Rajasthan which also takes you to some of the
offbeat destinations. There are many underrated national parks and wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan. Here you will
learn about three off beat wildlife sanctuaries and national parks.
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, before a princely game conserve is the
scene where the celebrated Indian Tiger
is best seen. Ranthambore
Tiger Reserve lies on the junction of Aravali and Vindhyas just 14 Kms
from Sawai Madhopur in Eastern Rajasthan. It sprawls over a varying and
undulating landscape. The scenery changes dramatically from gentle and steep
slopes of the Vindhyas and sharp and conical hills of the Aravali. A tenth
century fort also blends amicably with the background. Pure sands of Dhok
(Anogeissus pendula) interspersed with grasslands at the plateaus, meadows in
valleys and luxuriant foliage around the canals make the jungle. Three big
lakes – Padam Talab (meaning Lake), Malik Talab and Raj Bagh – are similar turquoises
studded in the vast forest that abounds with aquatic vegetation including
duckweeds, lilies and lotus.
A significant geological feature
within the park is the 'Great Boundary Fault' where the Vindhaya plateau meets
the Aravali range. The Rivers Chambal in the South and the Banas in the North
bound the National Park. The park is dotted with steep rocky hills and the
dominating architecture of Ranthambhor Fort (built in the 10th century), adds
to its landscape. The rugged park terrain alternates between dry deciduous
forest, open grassy meadow, dotted by several lakes and rivers that are only
made passable by rough roads built and maintained by the Forest Service. The
tiger is not the only attraction at
Ranthambore although it is the one park resident that people come to
see. A variety of birds including Owlets, the ubiquitous Langur (monkey),
Leopard, Caracal, Hyena, Jackal, Jungle Cat, marsh Crocodiles, Wild Boar, Bears
and various species of Deer are the other attractions.
Sariska Tiger Reserve
Sariska Tiger Reserve is situated
only 200 km from Delhi and 107 kms from Jaipur. Although larger than
Ranthambor, it is less commercialised and has less tigers but a similar
topography. It covers an area of 800 sq km in total, with a core area of
approximately 500 sq km. The Northern Aravali Hills dominate the skyline with
their mixture of sharp cliffs and long narrow valleys. The area was declared a
sanctuary in 1955 and became a National Park in 1979.
The landscape of Sariska
comprises of hills and narrow valleys of the Aravali hill range. The topography
of Sariska supports scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests, rocks and
grasses. The broad range of wildlife here is a wonderful example of ecological
adoption and tolerance, for the climate here is variable as well as erratic.
It is located in the contemporary
Alwar district and is the legacy of the Maharajas of Alwar. Pavilions and
Temples within Sariska are ruins that hint at past riches and glory. The nearby
Kankwadi Fort has a long and turbulent history.In morning and evening, wildlife in Sariska
heads towards the many water holes, which litter the park, thus providing the
guests with their best chance of viewing game. At some of these watering holes
it is possible to book hides which are situated in prime spots for wildlife
viewing.
The park is home to numerous
carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Civets Hyena, Jackal, and
Tiger. These feed on species such as Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild
Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus
Monkeys, which are found around Talvriksh.
So, while choosing wildlife
travel packages in India, make sure that you do include above slated
three parks and sanctuaries.
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