Ranthambore, India |
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TIGER, TIGER BURNING BRIGHT A small village near the township of Sawai Madhopur, in the state of Rajasthan, Ranthambhore gets its name from the two hills, Ran and Thambor, which are in close proximity. The Ranthambhore Park is set between the Aravalli and Vindhya ranges. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India. The terrain is rugged and there are rocky ridges, hills and open valleys with lakes and pools. Ranthambhore is a heritage site because of the picturesque ruins that dot the park. There are lake palaces, 'chhatris', old fortifications and a majestic 1,000-year-old fort overlooking the park. The lovely Jogi Mahal is located at the foot of the fort and gives magnificent view of the Padam Talao, painted white with water lilies. It has a chequered history and was the stronghold of the Yadavas in the 8th century. It came under Chauhans, and was ruled by them 10th century onwards. The Mughal emperors Akbar and Aurangzeb also occupied the magnificent fort. The park is famous for tigers and due to conservation efforts, the tiger population has stabilized if not increased here. The tigers can be spotted quite often even during the day, at their normal pursuits-- hunting and taking care of their young ones. Ranthambhore is one of the best places to see these majestic predators. Old crumbling walls, ruined pavilions, wells, and other ancient structures stand witness to the region's glorious past. The entire forest is peppered with the battlements and spillovers of the Ranthambhore fort - tigers are said to frequent these ruins, too. |
Prime Attractions of Ranthambhore |
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The Ranthambore National Park was the hunting
ground of Maharaja of Jaipur. In 1955, it was declared a game sanctuary;
in 1980, it became a national park. But with the commissioning of
Project Tiger in 1972, it was included in the project.
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In Sawai Madhopur, the festival is rather special.
The temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha is located in the fort of
Ranthambore, about 12 kms from Sawai Madhopur and it is one of the most
important Ganesha temples in the State. more.. |
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Ranthambhor Fort Steep crags embrace a
network of lakes and rivers, and atop one of these hills, is the
impressive Ranthambhore Fort. Built in the 10th century, the fort is
considered to be one of the oldest forts in the state. Strategically
built on the border of Rajasthan and Malwa, the fort houses some
splendid monuments, within its precincts. The terrain fluctuates between
impregnable forests and open bush land. The forest is the typically dry
deciduous type, with Dhok, being the most prominent tree. |
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The Badal Mahal The ¿palace of the
clouds¿, situated in the fort has a very interesting location and
seems as if hanging out in space. The famous 84-column 'chhatri' of King
Hammir stands out magnificently where he used to hold an audience. The
Padam Talab, the Raj Bagh Talab and the Milak Talab are some of the
lakes in the area worth seeing. |
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The Jogi Mahal The entry point to the park,
goes straight to the foot of the fort and the forest rest house, Jogi
Mahal. The latter boasts of the second-largest Banyan tree in India. |
Leisure - Ranthambore |
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Shopping The place is famous for ¿khus¿
perfumes and other objects made of ¿khus¿ including fans,
small boxes and caps etc. |
General Information - Ranthambore |
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Location 10-km From Sawai Madhopur,
Rajasthan |
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Main Attraction The Fort, Badal Mahal, The
National Park. |
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Best Time October To June
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