About
the Ranthambore National Park The Ranthambore National Park is
situated between the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges, in Rajasthan. It is one of
the most liked tourist destination of India. Spread over an area of 400 sq
km, Ranthambhore National Park is perhaps India's finest example of Project
Tiger.
The forests of Ranthambhore were hunting grounds of the
Maharajas of Jaipur. The park was declared game sanctuary in 1955 and it was
given the position of a national park in 1980. But it was included in
project in 1972 with the commissioning of Project Tiger.
The rich
forest of Ranthambore features the ruins of the Ranthambore Fort, dating
back to 10th century. The lake palaces, old fortifications and a majestic
1,000-year-old fort adds glory to every bit of the park. The Ranthambhore
park is famous for tigers. One can often spot tigers in their normal pursuit
during day time. Ranthambhore is select few places to offer these majestic
scenes. The park is rich with flora & fauna and beautiful lakes, rushing
stream, grasslands and dazzling landscapes one can experience anywhere.
Famous for its Tigers, the Ranthambore National Park is one of the
most photographed tiger reserve all over the world. Ranthambhore National
Park has a tiger population of about 32. Apart from tigers, the Park also
supports a large number of other wild species including leopards, caracal,
jungle cat, hyena, jackal, sloth bear, wild boar, marsh crocodile,
porcupine, common langur, spotted deer, Indian gazelle, gazzelle, sambar,
nilgai, monitor lizards and a large number of birds.
Species
Of The Park: 
A
part from tigers, the park has its share of panthers, too. They are to be
found on the outskirts of the park, due to the inevitable conflicts with the
tiger population. Kachida Valley is believed to be the place to sight these
rather elusive cats. The other permanent residents of the park include marsh
crocodiles, hyenas, jungle cats and sloth bears. Sambars are found in
abundance all over the area, the prime target of all the predators. Chital,
Nilgai, and Chinkara, are the other inhabitants of the region. The avian
population comprises of about 264 species, found within the park.
HOW
TO GET THERE Air: Jaipur (145-km) is the nearest airport.
Rail: The Park is around 11-km away from Sawai Madhopur railway station,
that lies on the Delhi to Bombay trunk route.
Road: A good
network of buses connects Sawai Madhopur, the nearest town, with quite a few
areas around.
Accommodation There are
hotels and camps at Ranthambhore to suit most budgets. Sher Bagh a small
hotel consisting of a dozen or so tents. The tents are pitched on solid
foundations with water and electricity connections. Each tent has its own
shower and bathroom. Excellent food and friendly, attentive staff. You
really are made to feel very special when staying here.
Another
hotel that was recommended to me was the Ranthambhore Regency . Another
mentioned in the tourist brochures is the Tiger Moon Resort.
Other Attractions In Ranthambore Ranthambore Fort &
Jogi Mahal : With a coverage area of 392-sq-kms, this park got its name from
the Ranthambhore Fort, which sits on a rocky outcrop in the heart of the
Park. The fort, which dates back to the 10th century and is probably the
oldest existing fort in Rajasthan, was a vital citadel for control of
Central India and particularly the Malwa plateau.
The entry point
to the Ranthambore National Park, goes straight to the foot of the fort and
the forest rest house, Jogi Mahal. The latter boasts of the second-largest
Banyan tree in India.
Best Time to Visit
Ranthambore The best visiting season of Ranthambore national park
is during the months of October - March and April to June.
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