Places to See in Sawai Madhopur
Ranthambhore National Park. :
The 392 sq.km park comprises of dry deciduous forest sprawling over the undulating
terrain of the Arvalli and Vindhaan ranges. The park is one of the finest tiger
reserves in the country under the project tiger. The majestc predators assured
if protection roam freely during the day times and can be seen at close quarters.
Ranthambtor sanctuary has large number of sambhar, chital nigai chinkar langur
wild boar and peafowl.
A system of three pretty artificial lakes padam talsb rajbagh and Milak talab
alongwith a number of anicuits are part of the biosphere. Beside 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 cocodile
can be seen basking in the winter sun to regulate their body temperture. 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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The Fort :
Ranathambhors royal past manifesests itself in the wel presered imposing
fort, built in 1994 A.D. atop a steep high creek 200 metros above sea level
ruined pavilions walls chatris and splendid monuments are interspresed within
the majestic fort, An 8th century A.D Ganesh temple on an open land attracts
thousands of devottes and id the venue for an annual fair held on Bhadrapad
sudi Chaturthi fouth day of the bright half in the month of Bhadra.
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