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, 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.
SariskaTiger 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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