Situated in Eastern Rajasthan, where the Aravali
Hill ranges and the Vindhyan plateau meet, the Ranthambhore National Park was once
the hunting preserve of the Maharajas of Jaipur. The rivers Chambal in the South
and Banas in the North bound the Ranthambore National Park. Six man made lakes are
the central focus of the park and many perennial streams criss-cross the entire
park. The Ranthambore National Park has internal drainage and has no link up with
any river system, even though two rivers bound the Park in its north and south
side.
Flora in Ranthambore National Park
The landscape is dotted with ancient Banyan Trees,
Dhok & Pipal trees, clusters of mango trees and crisscrossed with evergreen
belts.
The terrain is made up of massive rock formations, steep scarps, perennial lakes
and streams and forest suddenly opening up into large areas of Savannah. The terrain
of Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary fluctuates between impregnable forests and open bush land. The forest is the typically dry deciduous type, with Dhok, being the
most prominent tree.
Major Wildlife Attractions - Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National Park is famous for its Tigers and is a favorite with photographers.
For a relatively small area, the park has a rich diversity of fauna and flora -
species list includes 300 trees, 50 aquatic plants, 272 birds, 12 reptiles including
the Marsh Crocodile & amphibians and 30 mammals.
For the wildlife savvy, Ranthambore wildlife sanctuary today offers an intense diversity
of
flora and fauna. Tigers, the park's pride makes it one of the best places in
the country to observe them. Apart from that a large numbers of Sambar, Chital,
Nilgai, Gazzelle, Boars, Mongoose, Indian Hare, Monitor Lizards and a large
number of birds.
Ranthambore Fort & Jogi Mahal
With a coverage area of 392-sq-kms, this park got its name from the Ranthambhore
Fort, which sits on a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Park. The fort, which dates
back to the
10th century and is probably the oldest existing fort in Rajasthan,
was a vital citadel for control of Central India and particularly the Malwa
plateau. The entry point to the Ranthambore National Park, goes straight to the
foot of the fort and the forest rest house, Jogi Mahal. The latter boasts of the
second-largest Banyan tree in India.
General Info / Tips
Field Director, Ranthambore National Park, Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan
Note: Light cotton garments are recommended to visitors while visiting Ranthambore
national park during the hot summer months and woollens are suitable for the winters.
Entry charges for hired vehicle, guide and photo equipment are separate. These can
be reserved at the Project Tiger office in Sawai Madhopur.
Tourist Information Centres
All visitors to Corbett National Park have to obtain permits from the park administration
centre at Ramnagar. The closest of the various gates into the Corbett national park,
1-m from central Ramnagar, is on the road to Bijrani camp, 11-km away, a base for
day trips. Dhangarhi Gate, 18-kms along the highway north to Ranikhet, provides
access to the northern and north western portion of the Jim Corbett Park along the
Ramnagar River valley, and to the main camp of Dhikala.
Best Time to Visit Ranthambore
The best visiting season of Ranthambore national park is during the months of October
- March and April to June.
Park Visitation Timings
"1. Between October To March: 6.00 am - 9.00 am & 3.00 pm - 6.00 pm" "2 Between
April To June: 6.30 am - to 9.30 am & 3.30 pm - 6.00 pm"
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