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About Ranthambore National Park

One of the largest national parks in northern India, Ranthambore National Park is located in the Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, India. This former hunting reserve was reestablished as a part of Project Tiger in 1973. Ranthambore got the status of a national park in 1980. In 1984, the forests surrounding the national park were declared as Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and Kaila Devi Sanctuary. The total area covered by Ranthambore National Park is 392 km2. The high tiger population inside the park is one of its major features. Many photographers and wildlife lovers visit this park to see tigers which are easily sighted during the day. Ranthambore Fort is also a major tourist attraction that has been the center of historical and cultural development through the course of time.
Ranthambore National Park is a perfect example of nature, wildlife and history’s amalgamation. With typical dry deciduous forests and 539 species of flowering plants, Ranthambore National Park maintains a healthy natural habitat for the native wildlife. Tigers, Sambar deer, Indian wild boar, spotted deer and Hulman langur can be easily seen inside the park. This wildlife sanctuary also supports a thriving population of birds with 270 different species.

Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary

The Sawai Mansingh Sanctuary has a rich bio-diversity and houses many rare species of plants, birds and animals. The terrain of the park is flat and rocky different places because it is located at the merging point of Aravalli hills and Vindhyan hills.

Keladevi Sanctuary

Kaila Devi Wildlife Sanctuary serves as a buffer zone of Ranthambore National Park and is named after a famous temple dedicated to Kaila Devi. Banas River flows in the western side of the sanctuary and the south-eastern side is flanked by Chambal River. The wild animals seen in this region are chinkara, wild bore, jackal, leopard, sloth bear, hyena, wolves and sambhar.

Location of Ranthambore National Park

The Ranthambore park and reserve lies in the desert state of Rajasthan on the main DelhiMumbai railway line and is readily accessible from Jaipur (145km; 90 miles). Sawai Madhopur, the nearest railhead and gateway to the park, lies 11 km (7 miles) away.

Ranthambore National Park Climate

Summer.(April-June) temperatures rise to 40°C (104°F). Winter nights are cold (8°C; 46°F).

When to go?

The best time to go is in winter (December to February) and March/April. The park is closed during the monsoon period; it reopens on 1 October.

How to Reach Ranthambore National Park

The nearest town is Sawai Madhopur, which has a good bus service with many connections.

Facilities at Park

Madhopur has excellent resorts and eco-Iodges: Taj group-owned Sawai Madhopur Lodge (old hunting lodge of Maharaja of Jaipur); new Vanyavilas, super luxury tented resort owned by Oberoi Hotels. Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation (RTDC) manages more basic and functional Hotel Kamadhenu and Castle Jhoomar Baori Forest Lodge.

Wildlife in Ranthambore National Park

Interesting array of fauna includes Tiger, Panther (Leopard), Hyena, deer, Sloth Bear, Wild Boar, and Jungle Cat. Prolific bird species. Ranger-led safaris in open-sided jeeps and Canters (20-seater, openroofed trucks); drives around picturesque reservoirs (good for photography).

Permits and Reservations for Ranthambore National Park

For information and accommodation, contact: Field Director, Rantharnbhore National Park and Tiger Reserve, Sawai Madhopur, Raiasthan-322001.

Conservation History

After India got independence, the forest areas of Ranthambore were established as Sawai Madhopur Game Sanctuary in 1955. Ranthambore National Park was also one of the nine tiger reserves that were declared protected zones under the Project Tiger in 1973. In 1980, the Ranthambore tiger reserve was expanded by including the adjacent forest areas and was declared as Ranthambore National Park. Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary and Kaila Devi Sanctuary were created in the northeast and southern forests respectively in 1984 to serve as buffer zone for Ranthambore Park.

Archeology

Ranthambore fort and temples of medieval period.

Forest Type

Northern Tropical Dry Deciduous Forests

Main Species (Flora )

Dhok mixed with Khair, Raunj, Goya, Chhela, Pipal, Vad, Amaltas, Gurjan, Siris Saintha, Gular, Tendu

Main Species (Fauna)

Tiger, Leopard, Caracal, Ratel, Jungle Cat, Chital, Sambar, Blue Bull, Chinkara, Sloth Bear, Wild Boar, Jackal, Hyena, Common Langur, Common fox

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Location of Bandhavgarh National Park

Located on the Vindhyan hill range, the altitude of Bandhavgarh National Park varies from between 44 to 81 meter above sea level. The nearest airport is in Khajuraho, which is 240 km away (4-hour drive). Umaria is the nearest railway station located 48 km away.

Bandhavgarh National Park Climate

Winter nights are freezing (2°C; 36°F), summer unpleasantly hot (maximum 42°C; 108°F

When to go?

February to May is favourable; park remains closed from beginning July to end October).

How to Reach Bandhavgarh National Park

Private bus and car hire available from Umaria (32km; 20 miles), Amarpatan (80km; 50 miles), Shahdol (97km; 60 miles) and Rewa (105km; 65 miles), as well as from Khajoraho and Satna.

Facilities at Park

Accommodation provided by the MPSTDC (Wriite Tiger Forest Lodge) and many private lodges at Tala (Bandhavgarh Jungle Camp - former Maharaja of Rewa's palace - and Tiger Trails). Visitors may enter park in their own vehicles (petrol only as diesel banned here); alternatively hire a taxi at Tala (park entry point). Park open from dawn to dusk. At entry gate, trained guides with interpretive skills can lead visitors through the park.

Booking for Bandhavgarh National Park

Prior booking essential; write to: The Manager, White Tiger Forest Lodge, Madhya Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation: Umaria. Shahdol District, Madhya Pradesh; dr Tourist Officer, Head Office, MPSTDC, 4th Floor Gangotri,T T Nagar,Bhopal.

Conservation History

Long before India got its independence, Bandhavgarh Fort was the ruling seat of the kings of Rewa. In 1617 AD, the rulers of Rewa deserted the fort and moved to a new location of Rewa town. After independence, the forest of Bandhavgarh started degrading due to negligence from the government. Maharaja Martand Singh of Rewa, after seeing the slow destruction of the forest, proposed that the forest area should be protected and conserved. In 1968, an area of 105 sq. km was declared as national park and was increased to 438 sq. km later in 1982. In 1993, Bandhavgarh National Park became a part of Project Tiger.

Archeology

Mythologically the fort was built by Lord Rama for his brother Laxman, during Ramayan period. There are a number of man made caves (35) in Bandhavgarh with inscriptions and carvings, which date back between about 129-168 A.D. Statues of various incarnations of Lord Vishnu, which were carved out of single rocks are found in the fort. "Sheshshaiya" the statue of lord Vishnu in reclining pose is the biggest of all and attracts every tourist. These statues date back to 10-11th Century A.D.

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About Ranthambore National Park

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Location of Ranthambore National Park

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When to go?

How to Reach Ranthambore National Park

Facilities at Park

Wildlife in Ranthambore National Park

Permits and Reservations for Ranthambore National Park

Conservation History

Archeology

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Main Species (Flora )

Main Species (Fauna)

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