SAWAI
MADHOPUR - GATEWAY TO THE TIGERS’DEN
PRIME
SITES
The
Fort: Ranthambhor’s
royal past manifests itself in the well-preserved imposing fort, built
in 994 A.D. atop a steep high creek 200 metres above sea level. Ruined
pavilions, walls, chhatris and splendid monuments are interspersed
within the majestic fort. An 8th century A.D. Ganesh temple
on an open land attracts thousands of devotees and is the venue for an
annual fair held on. Bhadrapad Sudi Chaturthi, fourth day of the bright
half, in the month of Bhadra.
Ranthambhor
National Park: The 392 sq. km. Park comprises of dry
deciduous forests sprawling over an undulating terrain of the Aravalli
and Vindhyan ranges .The park is one of the finest tiger 
reserves
in the country under the Project Tiger. The majestic predators, assured
of protection, roam freely during the day time and can be seen at close
quarters. Ranthambhor sanctuary has a large number of sambhar, chital.
Nilgai, chinkara, langur , wild boar and peafowl. A system of three
pretty artificial lakes-Padam Talab,Rajbagh and Milak Talab, alongwith a
number of anicuts are part of the biosphere. Besides enhancing the
scenic beauty of the Park, they are an important source of water for the
inhabitants of the park. While deer congregate here to drink water,fresh
water crocodiles can be seen basking in the winter sun to regulate their
body temperature. The lake also attracts a large number of migratory and
local birds. The local fauna of the park includes leopard, hyena,
jackal, jungle cat, sloth bear and a little population of pythons. The
lovely Jogi Mahal overlooking the pretty Padam Talab at the foot of the
fort has a Forest Rest House. Other accommodation outside the fort also
ensures a comfortable stay.
The best time to visit is between
November and April. Jeeps are available to take you around the park.
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