Sariska National Park

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This park is situated only 200 km from Delhi & 107 kms from Jaipur. Although larger than Ranthambor, it is less commercialised & has less tigers but a similar topography. It covers an area of 800 sq km in total, with a core area of approximately 500 sq km. The Northern Aravali Hills dominate the skyline with their mixture of sharp cliffs & long narrow valleys. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955 & became a National Park in 1979.

The Landscape of Sariska comprises of hills & narrow valleys of the Aravali hill range. The topography of Sariska supports scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests, rocks & grasses. The broad range of wildlife here is a wonderful example ofecological adoption & tolerance, for the climate here is variable as well as erratic.

It is located in the contemporary Alwar district & is the legacy of the Maharajas of Alwar. Pavilions & Temples with in Sariska are ruins that hint at past riches & glory. The nearby Kankwadi Fort has a long & turbulent history.

In morning & evening, wildlife in Sariska heads towards the many water holes, which litter the park, thus providing the guests with their best chance of viewing game. At some of these watering holes it is possible to book hides which are situated in prime spots for wildlife viewing.

The picturesque Siliserh Lake lies along the edge of the Sariska Tiger Reserve & a charming hunting lodge overlooking it, is a marvelous place for visitors to stay.

The dry Deciduous forests of the ancient Aravalli range, are excellent tiger country & Sariska, was once the royal reserve of the rulers of Alwa''. Declared a sanctuary in 1955, it became a Tiger Reserve in 1979 under Project Tiger Herds of sambar, chital, nilgai & sounders of wild boar - the prey population for predators like the tiger & leopard, roam the 765.80 sq km Reserve. Other carnivores include the hyena, jungle cat, & caracal. Interestingly enough, the dhole or wild dog has been sighted in the Park only in the last few years.

The park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Civets Hyena, Jackal, & Tiger. These feed on species such as Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar & Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found around Talvriksh.

The avian world is also well represented with Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, sand Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed Woodpecker, crested Serpent Eagle & The Great Indian horned Owl.
The park is open almost whole year-round, but for wildlife viewing & your comfort it is best to visit from October to April. Safaris are provided by jeep.

The Park has hides carefully located near the water holes. These afford fine opportunities for viewing & photographing wildlife. Splendid ruins scattered in the vicinity of Sariska give it an added interest.

The Neelkanth temples (6th-13th century AD) are just 32 km. from the Park & the historic Kankwari Fort inside the Reserves is where the Emperor Aurangzeb one imprisoned his brother Dara Shikoh. Splendid palace complex built in with a 'French' pavilion & swimming pool, is now a hotel.

General Information:
Best Time to Visit: October to June.
Nearest Town: Alwar (21 km)

How to Get There:
Air: Jaipur (108 km)
Rail: Alwar (21 km)

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