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| The Ranthambore National
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The Ranthambore National Park,
with hill ranges on one side and a desert on another
is one of the National Parks which have a deep association
with the bygone eras. On one end, the Ranthambore
National Park is near the outer edges of the Thar
Desert and is framed by the Vindhya and Aravali
Hill ranges on the other. Initially, the Maharaja
of Jaipur had kept aside the Park as his private
hunting ground.
So, welcome to the land of Kings – the human
kings who ruled the land and left back amazing relics
and forts to remind every one of their existence
and the Tiger, which continues to rule the heart
of the people and makes sure that whoever comes
to its land returns with an unforgettable experience
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| THE FAUNA OF RANTHAMBORE
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| Animals in Ranthambore
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Spread over an expanse of 400 sq km, the Ranthambore
National Park is home to many animals and birds.
Most famous of them all is the Tiger, which has
started relaxing and can be easily seen even during
the day. To give it company are the Leopards, Wild
Boar, Sloth Bear, Chinkara, Jackals and the Marsh
Crocodiles.
Sharing space with them are the Antelopes, Nilgai,
Sambhar, Chital, the Indian Hare, Mongoose and the
Monitor Lizard. The Langur, the only primate residing
in Ranthambore is a nuisance to the Tiger, as it
keeps an eye on it and always alerts its prey about
the danger lurking nearby. The tiger’s loss
is the tourist’s gain as he too gets alerted
and realizes that the possibility of seeing the
tiger is 100%.
The animals can be easily spotted near the water
holes. Some of the artificial lakes like the Padam
Talab and the Malik Talab are the main water destinations
of the tigers.
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| Birds in Ranthambore
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About 264 species of colorful birds, including
the painted storks adorn the trees and lakes of
the National Park. The birds that can be sighted
here range from the ducks and geese to an assortment
of eagles, like the crested Serpent eagle, Bonelli’s
eagles to the great Indian horned owl. Birds like
the ruddy Sheiduck and pintails migrate to the Ranthambore
National Park for their annual visit.
The best of all is the sight of India’s National
Bird – Peacock- spreading its tail feathers
and dancing with amazing grace. It is a not to be
missed sight, but then the Peacock is one of the
most easily spotted birds of all, so there is very
little chance of missing it.
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| The Flora of Ranthambore
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The Ranthambore National Park is equipped with
a terrain which varies from impregnable forests
to open scrublands. The forests are filled with
dry deciduous trees, accompanied by Mango, Peepal
and ancient Banyan trees (some of them are up to
800 years old).
“Dhok” is the most prominent of the
deciduous trees found here. Even the water bodies
of the Ranthambore National Park are gracefully
adorned with flora like Water Lilies and Lotus flowers.
Ranthambore is famous not only for the animals
it is host to but also for the historic monuments
which stand on its earth. The Ranthambore Fort,
set atop the hills was built in the 10th century
by the Chauhans. The gateway of the National Park
is right at the foot of this fort and the forest
guest house – Jogi Mahal. To see the second
largest Banyan tree in India, you just have to head
for the Jogi Mahal, for that is the place where
this magnificent tree took birth.
The whole forest is dotted with old relics and
battlements. Even tigers visit these places regularly,
as if they too understand the majestic importance
of these ancient buildings. Once a kingdom with
a glorious past, the only remainders of those olden
days dot the forests, and give it an ancient look-
as if it has been untouched by time
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| Tourist Information for
Ranthambore National Park: |
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The best time to visit the
Ranthambore National Park is from October to February
and from April to June.
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The National Park is 11km from
Sawai Madhopur.
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The park can be traveled by
jeep or lorry.
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The time period for booking
a jeep is maximum five months in advance and minimum
at least one day before the tour.
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The vehicle can be booked at
the Project Tiger office in Sawai Madhopur.
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A guide accompanies you through
out the tour.
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The visitors to the National
Park are advised to stick to the allocated routes
and not wander about.
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Charges are separate for entry
to the National Park, hiring of vehicles and guide,
and use of camera inside the park.
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It is advisable to wear light
cotton clothes during the summer season which
can be very hot and woolens for the winter seasons.
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| More Information on Ranthambore
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The Ranthambore forest was
initially the hunting grounds of the Maharaja
of Jaipur.
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In 1955, Ranthambore was made
a Sanctuary.
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By 1973, along with other parks,
Ranthambore was made a Tiger Reserve under the
Project Tiger.
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In 1980, the sanctuary was
declared a National Park.
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The Ranthambore Reserve spanning
an area of around 1,334 sq km consists of the
Keladevi Sanctuary and Mansingh Sanctuary along
with the Ranthambore National Park.
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The Ranthambore Fort, built
by the Chauhans in the 10th century and perched
on top of a hill, with its 7 gates and massive
curtain halls is another attraction of the Ranthambore
National Park.
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The Ranthambore Fort is also
famous for “Johar” - the suicide committed
by the Rajput women by burning themselves alive.
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They resorted to suicide to
escape humiliation during the siege of Ala-ud-din
Khilji in 1301 A.D.
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