Information on Sariska National Park
The most famous wildlife sanctuary of Rajasthan India is the Ranthambore National Park. Near a small town of Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan, this park has a fantastic dramatic scenery abound in wild jungle, steep crags, a syastem of lakes and rivers, dilapidated temples and crumbling cenotaphs. A hunting ground for Maharajahs till 1970s and after about fifteen years it was transformed into a sanctuary. This most picturesque wildlife sanctuary is among the best tiger reserves of India. The mighty predators are best spotted in the park. In the year 1973, it became a part of Project tiger Programme. 1980 conferred it with the status of National Park. The park todays boasts of being the greatest conservation success of Project Tigers and sheltering at least 40 tigers even today. Flora and Fauna of Ranthambore National Park
Tucked in the Aravali and Vindhya ranges, the deciduous forests of the park were once a part of Central India jungles. The varied topography of the park makes it an ideal place to enjoy jungle safaris. Tourist horde to the park to get a glimpse of that majestic beast.

Bird watchers find pleasure in tracking of more than 300 species of birds like Graylag Goose, Woodpeckers, Indian Gray Hornbills, Common Kingfishers, Bee Eaters, Cuckoos, Parakeets, Asian Palm Swift and many more. Binoculars on eyes and ears get a melodious welcoming notes. What a fun it would be!

Other animals that would be your host in the park are jackal, caracal, foxes, hyneas, sloth bear, deer, spotted dear, chinkara, nilgai, mongoose, sloth bear, leopard, and of course, the tiger. If not sanctuary, then also the park is worth visit for the bewitching scenic beauty. You can even walk up to the Ranthambore fort.

The reptiles of the park are also famous including snub nosed marsh crocodiles, desert monitor lizards, tortoise, banded kraits, cobras, common kraits, ganga soft shelled turtles, indian pythons, north indian flap shelled turtles, rat snakes, russel's vipers, saw-scaled vipers and the indian chameleon.

Tourist Attractions in Ranthambore National Park
Tiger Safaris: The best timings for tiger safari is early morning and late afternoon. Bring some warm clothes if visiting during winters and enjoy sitting in the jeep or cater that offer safaris in the park and get going to trace any sign of tigers. Your three hours safaris is the best way to get closer to the wildlife.

Ranthambore Fort: The fort located in the heart of the park is worth visiting. It is believed that the Chauhan Rajputs in the 10th century built the fort.

Ganesha Temple: The Ganesha temple in the park is packed with pilgrims. According to the custom the first invitation of marriage is given to Lord Ganesha and consequently many letters and invitation cards can be seen here piled up.

Note Safari Timings:
Winter Timings:
Morning Safari: 07:30 hrs to 10:30 hrs
Evening Safari: 15:00 hrs to 17:30 hrs

Summer Timings:
Morning Safari: 06:30 hrs to 09:30 hrs
Evening Safari: 16:00 hrs to 18:30 hrs

How To Reach
Air: Jaipur is the nearest airport to reach Sawai Madhopur a distance of 165 km.

Rail: Sawai Madhopur Railway station is on the Delhi – Mumbai railway track route.

Road: Regular buses operate from Jaipur, Kota and other cities.