About Ranthambore National Park

 

Ranthambore Tiger

Watching the animals moving fearlessly in their natural habitat is a priceless experience and Ranthambore boasts of being the favourite destination of photographers and wildlife enthusiasts, as the otherwise camera -shy and unfriendly Tigers can be easily spotted here in the daylight. Capture the moment when the most dreaded creature growls !

 

Surrounded by sensuous Aravalli Hills and Vindhyas, the National Park is one of the well known addresses of the prime objective of Project Tiger initiated in 1973. The dense wisphering dry deciduous forests dotted with dhok trees embracing the ruins of ancient Ranthambore Fort ,once reverberated with the cry of innocent creatures, as they served as the regular hunting grounds of the Maharajas of Jaipur.What began with the aim of preserving the game in these dense woods solely for the purpose of sport ,took the shape of a game sanctuary in 1955, then metamorphosed into a sanctuary of wild animals and birds in 1971. It became one of the chosen venues for Project Tiger in 1973 and finally received the status of National Park in 1981.

 

FRanthambore Wildlifeor any wildlife enthusuiast, Ranthambore National Park is no less than a nature documentary series where the sight of animals around the three lakes namely Padam Talab, the Raj Bagh Talab and the Malik Talab make even the bravest shudder. Apart from the majestic predator, the park with 10/15 radius has numerous residents which include Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Spoonbills , Boars, Indian Hare, Monitor Lizards and various species of birds who are eager to meet and filling the air with tweets and chirps .

 

Take thrilling jeep rides, meet the other residents of the park which include 12 reptiles, get acquainted with 300 species of trees and 30 mammals. Silently watch their tantrums, graceful movements and enjoy the pristine beauty of wilderness!

 

Facts & Figures
Location: Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan
Accessibility: Sawai Madhopur, the nearest railhead
Total Area: About 392 sq km
Best Time to Visit: October - March and April to June