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Sariska
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In
the Aravalli range, which cuts across Rajasthan, a few
pockets of forest still survive; one such area is the
Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary & Tiger Reserve, once
the shikargah (hunting ground) of the princely state
of Alwar. Under the guidance of Maharaja Jai Singh,
many waterholes and watchtowers were constructed within
the jungles, which have been a boon for the wildlife.
Sariska became a Sanctuary in 1958 and was brought under
Project Tiger in 1979.
Sariska lies within the Golden Tourist Triangle of Delhi,
Jaipur and Agra, and is an important halt for the traveller.
It is one of the last surviving densely forested tracts
along the Aravalli mountain range and the 800km2 dry
deciduous jungles are interspersed with forest, scrubland
and water-bodies, which provide fruit, fodder and water
for its birds, mammals and reptiles.
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tiger reigns supreme in the forests of Sariska, but
other animals cohabit with the "Great Cat"
and herds of Chital (spotted deer), solitary Nilgai
(Blue Bull) and Sambar (largest Asiatic deer), Wild
Boar, Indian Porcupine, Wild Dog and Hare may be seen
on a safari through the Park. Hides have been constructed
at strategic locations (e.g. near a waterhole) to enable
visitors to photograph animals (special permission needed).
The Park is rich in avifauna as well; besides the omnipresent
Peafowl other birds such as woodpeckers, partridges,
quails, owls, treepies and several species of raptors
may be spotted with patience and bit of luck.
Besides wildlife, Sariska has points of historical interest
too. The Kankwari Fort where the sixth Mughal Emperor,
Aurangzeb incarcerated his elder brother Dara Shikoh
whom he defeated and later killed to gain the throne
of the Mughal Empire, sits atop a hillock. Then there
are the Neelkanth Temples built during the 6th-13th
century AD and a temple at Pandupole within the Park,
believed to have been built by the Pandava princes,
heroes of epic Mahabharata during their exile. Amidst
this glorious past the wildlife of Sariska thrives.
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Major
Wildlife Attractions in Sariska National Park
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Rhesus, Macaque, Bengal Fox, Common Palm, Civet, Striped
Hyaena, Jungle Cat, Wild Boa, Nilgai Indian Porcupine
Hanuman Langur, Ratel, Small Indian Mongoose, Caracal,
Leopard, Chital Four-horned Antelope,Indian Hare, Golden
Jackal, Small Indian Civet, Indian Grey Mongoose, Tiger,
Leopard, Cat, Sambar, Northern Palm Squirrel.
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SUGGESTED
ITINERARY
THE SANCTUARY EXPERIENCE (6
Nights / 7 Days)
SARISKA - JAIPUR - RANTHAMBORE - BHARATPUR BIRD
SANCTUARY - AGRA - DELHI
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Day 01 Welcome Delhi
Welcome by presentable representative of Admire India
Tours & Travels with marigold garland with cheerful
smile.
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02 Delhi - Sariska National Park
Early Morning, visit the sanctuary by jeep or other
motorized vehicles. In the morning, the wildlife is
easier to spot, feeding or playing in groups. Overnight
stay.
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03 Sariska - Jaipur
After breakfast, drive to Jaipur. After lunch, visit
the 17th century fotress of Amber, whose hilltop location
is ascended on Caparisoned Elephant, to view various
palaces with rooms of stunning beauty including the
world's finest chamber of mirrors and temple of Kali.
Overnight stay.
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04 Jaipur - Ranthambhore
By road to Sawai Madhopur, arriving before lunch. In
the afternoon, drive into the Ranthambhore National
Park in jeeps, where the wildlife sightings at the lake
may be supplemented by a tiger sighting at sunset. Overnight
stay.
Day
05 Ranthambhore - Bharatpur
Another drive into the sanctuary. Following breakfast,
leave for Bharatpur (with packed picnic lunches). Rest
in the evening.
Day
06 Bharatpur - Agra
Early morning visit to Keoladeo Ghana National Park,
one of the best bird colonies in the world. After breakfast,
leave for Agra. Check in hotel. Later visit the Taj
Mahal monument to love which was built in 1630 by Mughal
Emperor Shah Jahan as a tomb for his beloved wife Mumtaz
Mahal. Other Agra attraction on the tour includes Agra
Fort built by Akbar the Great. Overnight stay.
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07 Agra - Delhi
Morning drive back to Delhi. Upon arrival check in hotel
or proceed for the onward destination.
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ATTRACTIONS
Rajasthan
is a pristine platform for viewing wildlife in the
country because of its two national parks and over a dozen
sanctuaries. Sariska National Park is known for its tigers.
According to the latest available data, there are about 35
tigers at Sariska. Other predators of the forest include the
panther, jungle cat, jackal, hyena, and fox. Also found are
sambhar, chital, wild boar, hare, nilgai, civet, four-horned
antelope, gaur (Indian bison) and porcupine. Birds found
here include peafowl, gray partridges, quails, sand grouses,
tree pies, white-breasted kingfishers, golden-backed
woodpeckers, crested serpent eagles, vultures and horned
owls. Since the last decade, caracals have also been spotted
here.
The landscape of Sariska comprises of hills and narrow valleys
of the Aravali hill range. The topography of Sariska supports
scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests, rocks and grasses.
The broad range of wildlife here is a wonderful example of ecological
adoption and tolerance, for the climate here is variable as
well as erratic, especially in terms of rainfall, which is desperately
needed to replenish the region.
Apart from wildlife, there is touch of historicity as well.
Located inside the park are ruins of medieval temples of the
Hindu God Shiva. The ruins of the temple Garh-Rajor, built in
the 10th century, are scattered all over the jungle. A 17th-century
castle on a sharp hilltop at Kanakwari provides an excellent
view of Sariska’s avian inhabitants in full flight. It
is in this fort thatMughal emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned
his very own brother, Dara Shikoh. There is also a palace built
by the erstwhile Maharajas of Alwar that has now been converted
into a hotel.
The park’s wild inhabitants may be spotted
at the many water holes of the park. However, if the region
has kindled the wild spirit in you or if you are determined
not to leave without some good wildlife photographs, then booking
a `hide' is an excellent option. These spots overlook the various
water holes of Sariska, which the animals frequent.
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BEST
TIME TO VIST
The best period is September-April.
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GENERAL
INFO / TIPS
CLOTHINGS
Summer: Light Tropical
Winter: Light Wollen
LANGUAGE
Hindi,
Rajasthani and English
ACCOMMODATION
Sariska
Palace
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ACCESS
The
nearest airport is at Jaipur (115 km 3 hours ) and the nearest
railway station is at Alwar (36 km). The drive from Delhi takes
4 hours. |
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