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Fast Facts about Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary
| Location |
Near Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan,India. |
| Best Time to Visit |
Months of October - March and April to June. |
| Nearest Airport |
Jaipur |
| Nearest Railway Station |
Sawai Madhopur |
About Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary
Once the hunting ground of the Maharajas of Jaipur, The Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary is located at the meeting point of Aravali Hill ranges and the Vindhyan plateau. The rivers Chambal in the South and Banas in the North bound the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary. Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary was among one of the very first sanctuaries to come under the protection of Project Tiger. Six man made lakes are at the focal point of the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary. Many perennial streams also meandering across the entire Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary.
Enjoy the landscape at Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary dotted with ancient Banyan Trees, Dhok & Pipal trees, clusters of mango trees. Experience the adventure amidst the massive rock formations, steep scarps, perennial lakes and streams.
Get the rarest glimpse of the Big Cat at Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary.
Climate in the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary
Owing to the proximity to the Thar Desert, Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary experiences drastic variations in climatic conditions. In the winters the mercury drops to around 2 degrees centigrade rises all the way up to 47 degrees centigrade in the summers.
The Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary receives rainfall in July and August.
Tourist Attractions nearby Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary
On a tour to Ranthambore? Get to see more than just the Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary. Explore some of the places like:
Ranthambore Fort: the oldest existing fort in Rajasthan.
Ranthambore School of Art: consisting of painters from local villages.
Raj Bagh Ruins: comprising of broken down rooms and outhouses, with arches, partly standing walls and domes.
You can also visit the three famous lakes around Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary:
Padam Talao: a favorite watering hole of the animals of Ranthambore.
Rajbagh Talao: contains ruins that extend to the edge of the lake.
Malik Talao: known for its many species of birds seen on its banks and within the lake.
Undertaking an excursion to the area around Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary is a great idea! Explore:
Sawai Madhopur village-known for its many historical monuments
Karauli - famous for its temples and architectural marvels
Bundi - renowned for its monuments and especially its fort
Kota – comprising of important sites like the City Fort and Palace, Kota Barrage, the Kishore Sagar Tank, the Jagmandir Palace, the Brij Vilas Palace Museum, etc.
To get more information on Ranthambore Wildlife Sanctuary refer to:
Wildlife India Tours takes you on a virtual tour to India’s Wildlife Sanctuaries- and also offers online booking for the same at http://www.wildlifeindiatours.com
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