Holidays to Rajasthan

Ranthambore National Park is one of the finest tiger reserves in India. This was declared to be a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1955 and also then became a part of the Project Tiger in 1973. This park is habitated between the ranges of Aravali and Vindhya covering an area of nearly 400 sq. km. This park has abandoned fortress, lakes that has made it one of the most filmed wildlife reserves in the world. Ranthambore was declared a National park because of its famous tigers.

The Ranthambore National Park covers an area of nearly 400 sq km with its extensive deciduous forests that were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India. The best time to visit this park is between November and May when the nature of the dry deciduous forests makes sightings common. The Ranthambore National Park is regarded as the most suitable place for wildlife photography in the world.

PLACES TO SEE IN RANTHAMBORE

Given below is a list below of some of the important places at and around Ranthambore National Park.

Bakaula : The Bakaula area is an area dotted with little water holes and thick foliage. Even in peak summers it feels like an air-conditioned room.

Kachida Valley : This valley, which consists of many rocky outcrops and low hills, is located close to the outskirts of the park.

Raj Bagh Ruins : These ruins are located between the Padam Talao (lake) and the Raj Bagh Talao. There are ancient stone structures like arches, palace outhouses, etc.

Padam Talao :This is the largest of the lakes present in the park. The famous and beautiful Jogi Mahal is located at the very edge of this lake.

Ranthambore Fort :This fort stands majestically on top of a hill overlooking the entire park. The walk up, one of the only places this mode of transport is possible.

Rajbagh Talao :This is probably the most picturesque of the three lakes. This is mostly due to the ruins that can be seen along its edges.

HOW TO REACH

By Air
Ranthambore is not very frequently visited by tourists and thus has only two airports nearby at Jaipur and Kota.
By Train
This place is well connected to all major cities of India. Rail network is available for Delhi, Agra, Bombay, Kota and Jaipur.
By Road
Ranthambore is also easily accessible by road. Well connected road network is available between Delhi which is 480 km and also Jaipur that is only 180 km.