Ranthambore National Park

Wildlife in the Sanctuary
The Ranthambhore National park shelters a wide variety of flora and fauna, which comprises around 300 plant species, 50 aquatic plant species, 100 herbal species, 270 bird species and 30 mammal species. The wildlife sanctuary is exclusively famous for its tigers, which are considered as a pride of the Ranthambhore park. Besides, other species such as Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Gazzelle, Boars, Mongoose, Indian Hare, Monitor Lizards and a large number of birds are other wildlife attractions of the sanctuary.

Flora : The scenic diverse flora is an add on to the beauty of the Ranthambhore national park. The entire surroundings is dotted with evergreen trees of Banyan, mango, dhok and peepal. The deciduous forest is also surrounded by natural rivers, streams and man made lakes, which leaves an everlasting memory in one's heart.

Fauna : Particularly known for its rich fauna, the Ranthambhore wildlife sanctuary is a home to different species of animals and birds. The tigers are the most treasured possession of the place and can be viewed quite often during the day either catching on their preys smartly or nurturing their cubs. Panthers, spotted generally in the outskirts of the park(Kachida Valley), are another species that the sanctuary boasts of. Besides, variety of Leopards, Wild Boars, Crocodiles, Langurs, Sloth Bears, Jungle Cats, Blue Bulls, Chinkaras and Hyenas and Sambhares also roam around freely in the park.

The migratory birds such as Greylag Geese, Ruddy Shelducks and Pintails can also be spotted in the park especially during the winters. The sanctuary nests around 270 species of birds including painted storks, white-necked storks, black storks, peafowl, crested serpent eagles, Bonelli's eagle, Indian horned owl, quail, partridge, spur fowl, paradise flycatcher and jacanas.

Other Attractions
Lakes : There are six man made lakes in the park which form the central focus of the park by attracting not only the tourists but its residents(fauna) as well. These lakes are further criss0crossed by the other streams, thus adding to its attraction.

Ranthambhore Fort : The Ranthambhore fort, which is situated at the centre or the heart of the park, dates back to the 10th century CE, probably the oldest existing fort in Rajasthan.

Jogi Mahal : The forest rest house, Jogi Mahal, which has the second largest Banyan tree in India, is another spot inside the park to pay a visit.