Elephant Festival
The Elephant Festival is a unique event held annually in Jaipur, the capital of Rajasthan. Groomed to perfection, glittering in gold, row upon row of elephants catwalk before an enthralled audience. The elephants move gracefully in procession, run races, play the regal game of polo, and finally participate in the spring festival of Holi. It is festival time for the elephants.
Activities
A festival where elephants are the centre of attraction. The festival begins with a procession of elephants, camels and horses, followed by lively folk dancers. Elephant races, elephant-polo matches and a most interesting tug of war between elephants and men, are all part of this spectacular event.
History
The Jataka stories of Buddhism refer to the tradition of Hastimangala (the Elephant Festival). A royal mount from time immemorial, the elephant has also been a symbol of strength and wealth. For the Rajput kings, the elephants were of especial significance not only during war but also during the royal festivities-a must at royal pageant. Nishan-ka-hathi, the flag carrier, led the procession. The king always mounted a caparisoned elephant. Special hunting programs and elephant fights were organized to entertain the royal guests. Jaipur was a favorite with the important personalities of the British Raj and the Maharajas always arranged for their guests of honor elephant rides up to the Amber palace. Even today, the mahouts take tourists up to the Amber Palace on elephant back.
Rajasthan Tourism revived the tradition by including the Elephant Festival in the cultural calendar. The present-day pageant, originated only a decade ago, was devised especially with the tourist in mind. The inclusion of the game of polo is more recent, being inspired by a cartoon in Punch magazine that showed the Indian polo team atop an elephant after it won all the international tournaments. Every year on the day after Holi, the old stadium at Jaipur, the Chaugan (originally planned for elephants), forms the venue for a spectacular jamboree.
Places to see
Jaipur is famous for Hawa Mahal, Amber Fort, City Palace, Jantar Mantar and many more.
Jaipur city guide and travel information.
Getting there
By Air
Indian airlines, Jet airways and Sahara airlines have regular service to Jaipur. All the major cities are connected to Jaipur.
By road
Rajasthan Roadways have regular bus services from New Delhi, running deluxe and air conditioned coaches from Bikaner house, Delhi. Jaipur is also well connected with the other cities of Rajasthan. With good road conditions you can also travel by private car/taxi.
By Train
Shatabdi and Intercity connects Jaipur to Delhi. Shatabdi is fully air conditioned train starts from Delhi (5.55 AM) to Jaipur (10.35 AM), you can also try Intercity Exp starts from Delhi at (4.55 PM) reaches Jaipur (10.35 PM). There are other trains also to Jaipur from other metro cities, to know more click here.
Hotels
For your accommodation and hotel requirement, you can visit our Exclusive Rajasthan Hotel Directory. Jaipur hotel directory and accommodation guide.
Tour Operators
There are tour operators and travel agents to help you in planning and making arrangements to see the Elephant Festivals. Jaipur tour operators and travel agents.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Sariska Tiger Sanctuary
Sariska Tiger Sanctuary
Situated in a wooden valley, Sariska National Park is surrounded by barren mountains and is one of the major wildlife haunts that feature in every tourist’s wildlife itinerary.The Sariska Tiger Reserve is steeped in history. The Mughal emperor, Aurangzeb, is said to have imprisoned his elder brother, Dara Shikoh, in the striking hilltop fort of Kankwadi. The ruins of a myriad Hindu and Jain temples built between the 8th and the 12th centuries are a testimony to the great architecture of the past. Pandupole, in the park's southeast, is associated with the Pandavas of the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. The popular temple of the god Hanuman is a favoured spot with monkeys.
The palace built by the late Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar between 1892 and 1902 is now largely converted into a luxury hotel. A keen shikari, the maharaja ensured the protection of his private hunting reserve with watch-towers to monitor the wildlife and waterholes to improve the habitat. A wildlife sanctuary was declared here in 1955 and a 273.80-sq kin area was upgraded to a national park in 1992. The north-west limit of the tiger's distribution, Sariska was included in Project Tiger in 1978-79. Sariska, which lies in the Aravali Range of arid north-east Rajasthan, has steep hills, low slopes and dry but dense forest covering its rugged landscape. In the dry months of summer and winter the forest looks brown and parched but is splashed with the vivid orange-red blooms of the flame of the forest tree in March-April. Troops of langurs relish their fleshy petals and birds feast on the nourishing nectar.
The forest intermingles with stretches of grassland where herbivores such as the Sambar (the largest Indian deer), the Spotted Deer or Chital, the Wild Boar and the Common Langur can be seen, usually with bands of peafowl. Nilgai (Blue Bull) and Chowsingha (Four-horned Antelope) are also common grazers, distinct from true antelopes in the structure of their horns, which are keeled in front and unringed. They are native only to India. Mistakenly classified with the cow family, the Blue Bull has largely escaped persecution. Rather like a horse in appearance, the male is much darker than the female.
The numerous waterholes get many animal visitors, especially in summer. Observation hides at Kalighati and Slopka, waterholes in the heart of the park, can be highly rewarding as there is movement all day long, the slightest sign of a predatory tiger or leopard setting off a flurry of activity. The tiger here is more crepuscular and nocturnal than in Ranthambore, 200 km to the south.
While Sariska and its wildlife have survived waves of ancient Invasions, increasing human Population and demands are now their greatest challenge.
KEY SPECIES
MAMMALS Tiger, Leopard, jungle Cat, Striped Hyena, Wild Dog (Dhole),jackal, Patel, Sambar, Spotted Deer (Chital), Nilgai (Blue Bull), Chinkara (Indian Gazelle), Chowsingha (Four-horned Antelope), Common Langu
BIRDS RAPTORS Oriental Honey-buzzard, Lesser Spotted Eagle, Imperial Eagle, Short-toed Eagle, Common Kestrel, Shikra, Dusky Eagle Owl, Eurasian Eagle Owl (above
WOODLAND/SCRUB Grey Francolin, Indian Peafowl, Jungle Bush Quail (below), White-cared Bulbul, Rufous Treepie, Lesser Flameback, Blue-tailed Bee-eater, Sirkeer Malkoha, Alexandrine Parakeet, Oriental Turtle Dove, Yellow-footed Green Pigeon, Painted Sandgrouse, Southern Grey Shrike, Rufous-fronted Prinia, Marshall's Iora, Large Grey Babbler, Purple Sunbird, Eurasian Thick-knee, Yellow-wattled Lapwing
WATERSIDE Stork-billed Kingfisher
Famous Resorts at Sariska Ghana National Park
Sariska palace.
Tiger Den.
Situated in a wooden valley, Sariska National Park is surrounded by barren mountains and is one of the major wildlife haunts that feature in every tourist’s wildlife itinerary.The Sariska Tiger Reserve is steeped in history. The Mughal emperor, Aurangzeb, is said to have imprisoned his elder brother, Dara Shikoh, in the striking hilltop fort of Kankwadi. The ruins of a myriad Hindu and Jain temples built between the 8th and the 12th centuries are a testimony to the great architecture of the past. Pandupole, in the park's southeast, is associated with the Pandavas of the Hindu epic, the Mahabharata. The popular temple of the god Hanuman is a favoured spot with monkeys.
The palace built by the late Maharaja Jai Singh of Alwar between 1892 and 1902 is now largely converted into a luxury hotel. A keen shikari, the maharaja ensured the protection of his private hunting reserve with watch-towers to monitor the wildlife and waterholes to improve the habitat. A wildlife sanctuary was declared here in 1955 and a 273.80-sq kin area was upgraded to a national park in 1992. The north-west limit of the tiger's distribution, Sariska was included in Project Tiger in 1978-79. Sariska, which lies in the Aravali Range of arid north-east Rajasthan, has steep hills, low slopes and dry but dense forest covering its rugged landscape. In the dry months of summer and winter the forest looks brown and parched but is splashed with the vivid orange-red blooms of the flame of the forest tree in March-April. Troops of langurs relish their fleshy petals and birds feast on the nourishing nectar.
The forest intermingles with stretches of grassland where herbivores such as the Sambar (the largest Indian deer), the Spotted Deer or Chital, the Wild Boar and the Common Langur can be seen, usually with bands of peafowl. Nilgai (Blue Bull) and Chowsingha (Four-horned Antelope) are also common grazers, distinct from true antelopes in the structure of their horns, which are keeled in front and unringed. They are native only to India. Mistakenly classified with the cow family, the Blue Bull has largely escaped persecution. Rather like a horse in appearance, the male is much darker than the female.
The numerous waterholes get many animal visitors, especially in summer. Observation hides at Kalighati and Slopka, waterholes in the heart of the park, can be highly rewarding as there is movement all day long, the slightest sign of a predatory tiger or leopard setting off a flurry of activity. The tiger here is more crepuscular and nocturnal than in Ranthambore, 200 km to the south.
While Sariska and its wildlife have survived waves of ancient Invasions, increasing human Population and demands are now their greatest challenge.
KEY SPECIES
MAMMALS Tiger, Leopard, jungle Cat, Striped Hyena, Wild Dog (Dhole),jackal, Patel, Sambar, Spotted Deer (Chital), Nilgai (Blue Bull), Chinkara (Indian Gazelle), Chowsingha (Four-horned Antelope), Common Langu
BIRDS RAPTORS Oriental Honey-buzzard, Lesser Spotted Eagle, Imperial Eagle, Short-toed Eagle, Common Kestrel, Shikra, Dusky Eagle Owl, Eurasian Eagle Owl (above
WOODLAND/SCRUB Grey Francolin, Indian Peafowl, Jungle Bush Quail (below), White-cared Bulbul, Rufous Treepie, Lesser Flameback, Blue-tailed Bee-eater, Sirkeer Malkoha, Alexandrine Parakeet, Oriental Turtle Dove, Yellow-footed Green Pigeon, Painted Sandgrouse, Southern Grey Shrike, Rufous-fronted Prinia, Marshall's Iora, Large Grey Babbler, Purple Sunbird, Eurasian Thick-knee, Yellow-wattled Lapwing
WATERSIDE Stork-billed Kingfisher
Famous Resorts at Sariska Ghana National Park
Sariska palace.
Tiger Den.
Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary
Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is located at a distance of 32 kms. from the town of Bikaner. In the days of yore Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary used to be royal hunting grounds of the Maharaja of Bikaner. There is a sparkling lake inside the sanctuary and in the sweltering summer months one can see a variety of wild animals that come to the lake to quench their thirst.
Apart from being a perennial favorite with the resident animal species of Gajner Wildlife sanctuary, the lake also draws a variety of avian species. The Imperial Sand Gouse is particularly conspicuous by its presence in the winter months. Truly, the sanctuary is a bird watcher's delight.
The Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a number of wild animals and some of the resident species include wildfowls, deer, antelope, nilgai, chinkara, black buck, desert foxes and wild boars to name just a few.
In the midst of densely wooded jungle and the surrounding haunting wildlife there is the elegant Gajner Palace Hotel where visitors can check-in for lodging. Apart from accommodation, the Gajner Palace Hotel regularly conducts jungle safaris which takes visitors into the deepest realms of the mysterious Gajner Sanctuary. The hotel has its own exclusive fleet of Vehicles and all jungle safaris are accompanied by an extremely knowledgeable guide who has years of experience of Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary.
Apart from being a perennial favorite with the resident animal species of Gajner Wildlife sanctuary, the lake also draws a variety of avian species. The Imperial Sand Gouse is particularly conspicuous by its presence in the winter months. Truly, the sanctuary is a bird watcher's delight.
The Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary is home to a number of wild animals and some of the resident species include wildfowls, deer, antelope, nilgai, chinkara, black buck, desert foxes and wild boars to name just a few.
In the midst of densely wooded jungle and the surrounding haunting wildlife there is the elegant Gajner Palace Hotel where visitors can check-in for lodging. Apart from accommodation, the Gajner Palace Hotel regularly conducts jungle safaris which takes visitors into the deepest realms of the mysterious Gajner Sanctuary. The hotel has its own exclusive fleet of Vehicles and all jungle safaris are accompanied by an extremely knowledgeable guide who has years of experience of Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary.
Tal Chappar Sanctuary
The Tal Chappar sanctuary is located on the fringe of the Great Indian Desert. Tal Chappar nestles a unique refuge of the most elegant Antelope encountered in India, "the Black buck". Tal Chapper sanctuary, with almost flat tract and interspersed shallow low lying areas, has open grassland with scattered Acacia and prosopis trees which give it an appearance of a typical Savanna. The word "Tal" means plane land. The rain water flows through shallow low lying areas and collect in the small seasonal water ponds.
The Geology of the zone is obscured by the wind blown over-burden. Some small hillocks and exposed rocks of slate and quartzite are found in the western side of the sanctuary. Area between hillocks and the sanctuary constitutes the watershed area of the sanctuary. The whole sanctuary used to be flooded by water during the heavy rains but with salt mining going on in the watershed. Hardly any rain water falling on the hillocks reach the Sanctuary.
The Tal Chapper sanctuary lies in the Sujangarh Tehsil of Churu District, Situated in the North-East part of Rajasthan. It lies on Nokha- Sujangarh state Highway and is situated at a distance of 85 KM from Churu & about 132 Km from Bikaner. The nearest Railway station is Chapper which lies on Degana - Churu - Rewari metre gauge line of Northen Western Railways.
General Information
Location
80 kms from Mandawa,Rajasthan
Area
1334 sq kms
Speciality
Black Bucks
Best Time
November to April
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary is the erstwhile royal hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Kota. The wildlife sanctuary is thickly forested, lying along the southeastern border of Kota. This hilly sanctuary with thick forests is worth a visit.
Area : 250 sq Kms
Location : 50 Kms from Kota
Nearest Airport : 546 m. above sea level
Nearest Railhead : Kota
The Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1955 and covers an area of 250 sq kms today. It was once the hunting grounds for the Maharaja of Kota before he handed it over to the government.
Today, the Darrah Sanctuary boasts of a rich wildlife population consisting of leopards, wolves, sloth bears and chinkaras. The sanctuary is also home to a number of birds and reptiles. The best time to visit Darrah is from February to May as the sanctuary sometimes remains closed from July to September.
Adventure freaks and wildlife enthusiasts can look forward to a wonderful time at Darrah. Indeed from jungle safaris to treks, there are lots to see and do at the Darrah Sanctuary. Besides, the sanctuary is also home to many rare trees and plants with medicinal values.
Visitors need to obtain permission from the forest ranger or the district forest office before entering the Darrah Sanctuary. Foreign tourists need to pay an entry fee of Rs 100 per person while it is Rs 20 per person for local visitors.
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary is the erstwhile royal hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Kota. The wildlife sanctuary is thickly forested, lying along the southeastern border of Kota. This hilly sanctuary with thick forests is worth a visit.
Area : 250 sq Kms
Location : 50 Kms from Kota
Nearest Airport : 546 m. above sea level
Nearest Railhead : Kota
The Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1955 and covers an area of 250 sq kms today. It was once the hunting grounds for the Maharaja of Kota before he handed it over to the government.
Today, the Darrah Sanctuary boasts of a rich wildlife population consisting of leopards, wolves, sloth bears and chinkaras. The sanctuary is also home to a number of birds and reptiles. The best time to visit Darrah is from February to May as the sanctuary sometimes remains closed from July to September.
Adventure freaks and wildlife enthusiasts can look forward to a wonderful time at Darrah. Indeed from jungle safaris to treks, there are lots to see and do at the Darrah Sanctuary. Besides, the sanctuary is also home to many rare trees and plants with medicinal values.
Visitors need to obtain permission from the forest ranger or the district forest office before entering the Darrah Sanctuary. Foreign tourists need to pay an entry fee of Rs 100 per person while it is Rs 20 per person for local visitors.
Desert National Park
Desert National Park, Rajasthan
Desert National Park, Rajasthan, India, is situated in the west Indian state of Rajasthan near the town of Jaisalmer. This is one of the largest national parks, covering an area of 3162 km². Park is an excellent example of the ecosystem of the Thar desert and its diverse fauna. Sand dunes form around 20% of the Park. The major landform consists of craggy rocks and compact salt lake bottoms, intermedial areas and fixed dunes which are quite suitable for the chinkara to move at high speed. The blackbuck is another common antelope of this region. Its other notable inhabitants are the desert fox, Bengal fox, wolf and desert cat.
Sudashri forest post is the ideal place for observing the wildlife of Desert National Park and is the most suitable in the entire 3162 sq. kms. of this park for watching and photographing the activities of the animals from behind cover.
Birdlife in this sandy habitat is vivid and spectacular. Birds such as the sandgrouse,partridges, bee-eaters, larks and shrikes are commonly seen. Demoiselle crane and houbara arrive in the winter. The birds of prey seen here are tawny and steppe eagles, long legged and honey buzzards, falcons and kestrels. But the most outstanding of the avifauna is the great Indian bustard. This tall, heavy bird is an epitome of confidence and grace. It is good to see five or six bustards near Sudashri water hole.
Desert National Park, Rajasthan, India, is situated in the west Indian state of Rajasthan near the town of Jaisalmer. This is one of the largest national parks, covering an area of 3162 km². Park is an excellent example of the ecosystem of the Thar desert and its diverse fauna. Sand dunes form around 20% of the Park. The major landform consists of craggy rocks and compact salt lake bottoms, intermedial areas and fixed dunes which are quite suitable for the chinkara to move at high speed. The blackbuck is another common antelope of this region. Its other notable inhabitants are the desert fox, Bengal fox, wolf and desert cat.
Sudashri forest post is the ideal place for observing the wildlife of Desert National Park and is the most suitable in the entire 3162 sq. kms. of this park for watching and photographing the activities of the animals from behind cover.
Birdlife in this sandy habitat is vivid and spectacular. Birds such as the sandgrouse,partridges, bee-eaters, larks and shrikes are commonly seen. Demoiselle crane and houbara arrive in the winter. The birds of prey seen here are tawny and steppe eagles, long legged and honey buzzards, falcons and kestrels. But the most outstanding of the avifauna is the great Indian bustard. This tall, heavy bird is an epitome of confidence and grace. It is good to see five or six bustards near Sudashri water hole.
Keoldeo National Park
Keoldeo National Park
The park set up in1981 in Bharatpur district, 2 km away from Bharatpur town, covers an area of 29 km. The nearest rail head is Bharatpur at a distance of 8 km. The nearest airport is Agra 55km from the park
The park set up in1981 in Bharatpur district, 2 km away from Bharatpur town, covers an area of 29 km. The nearest rail head is Bharatpur at a distance of 8 km. The nearest airport is Agra 55km from the park
The park has tropical dry deciduous forest type. Some 282 species of trees, shrubs, climbers, grasses and herbs are found here. Out of these ninety one species of plants are acquatic.
The park often referred to as paradise for birds is famous of the variety of indigenous and migratory birds, both aquatic and non aquatic. The fauna of the park are Siberian crane cormorant, stork, spoonbill, quail, coot, heron, teal, tern, sambar, cheetah, black buck, wild boar, civet etc. The Siberian crane which breed in Siberia usually visit this park during November- December after covering a distance of 4,000km and go back in March. This species is critically endangered. The number of those cranes visiting the park has dwindled sharply from 100 in 1976 to just 5 in 1993.
The best months for visiting the park are from September to April. The park has rest houses. All areas for watching wild life are within walking distance.
Kanha National Park
Kanha National Park
Introduction of Kanha National Park:
Kanha National Park, which is one of the most well known tiger reserves worldwide, is located among the Banjar and Halon valleys in the Mandla / Balaghat districts of the state of Madhya Pradesh. It's creation took place among, and after, a lot of turbulence and storm within concerned circles regarding rampant killing of wildlife in the area at the time.
central Kanha valley was declared a sanctuary way back in 1933 but got it's status as a National Park in 1955. It covers a large area of 1,945 square kilometers, out of which 940 square kilometers form the main park. The altitude of the park ranges from 450 meters to 900 meters above sea level. The temperature, depending on the season, ranges from 0 degrees in the winters to 48 degrees in the summers. The park remains open from the 01st of November to the 30th of June. Sometimes, as with most parks of the country, it can be closed earlier if the monsoon season arrives sooner than expected. The park has a heavy monsoon season with an average annual rainfall of 1600mm. The basic infrastructure at the park is well developed and visits can "mostly" be expected to pass without any problems.
Kanha is also famous for it's animal conservation efforts made in collaboration and cooperation with the local resident communities. One of the famous success stories of the park is the survival of the Barasingha population in the park, which went down to as low as 66 animals in 1970 from the earlier 3000 and which through huge efforts have now revived to a respectable number of around 1000. Kanha boasts of many such success stories of which this is only an example.
Prime Attractions of the Kanha National Park :
Flora & Fauna - The terrain inside the park is varied, nonetheless enjoyable. Bamboo forests flow into Sal forests and meadows. There are herds of spotted deer to be seen with smaller herds of beautiful Antelope, the Black Buck. With a little luck, you could also spot the timorous Barking Deer. It's snapping warns other denizens of the forest that a predator is around. There is also a very strong possibility that you will see the Rare Barasingha, the Swamp Deer. Once there were only 66 of these in Kanha, but careful conservation and management raised their population to over 400.
Major Wildlife Attractions - Spotting wild animals is always a matter of luck but Kanha is so rich in wildlife that the odds are titled in your favor. First time visitors are often so keen to spot the larger animals that they overlook the smaller ones. There are 175 varieties of birds in Kanha. So if you happen to be bird watcher, look forward to a full bird show. Most people are keener to meet Kanha's major attraction, the Tiger; still one has to be patient to spot one.
But while on a mission to find a tiger, one can easily catch glimpses of all the grazers, a Porcupine, many Gray Langurs, Mongoose, Hyena, Jungle Cat, even a Leopard. Other wild attractions in this Tiger country include varieties of Deer - the Barasingha, Chital or Spotted Deer, Chousingha, Nilgai, as well as the majestic Gaur or Indian Bison and wild Pig.
Kanha Museum - There is a museum at Kanha National Park, depicting attributes and activities of the park and the tribal culture of the state of Madhya Pradesh.
» Excursions - There are several excursion points that you can visit from Kanha. Most of the places are of historical importance. Some of them also make ideal base points to visit some of the popular tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh. The city of Nagpur which is famous for its orange orchards makes an ideal day or weekend destination from Kanha. Moreover, you can also visit Jabalpur, a small city housing some of the important historical monuments and archaeological findings. Jabalpur is also famous for its highly revered Tilwara ghat where Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were immersed in the river here.
Safaris :
Elephant Safari - The animals at Kanha are best observed from the elephant back and the open country makes the chance of sightings reasonably good.
Best Time To Visit :
Kanha Tiger Reserve is closed to visitors during the monsoon months, from July to November. Winter, between November and January, is a comfortable time to visit the park, when the weather is pleasant. April to June is when the summer sets in; it can get pretty hot at this time, but if you are a die-hard wildlife fan, this is when a visit can reward you with satisfactory wildlife-watching at the parks waterholes.
Introduction of Kanha National Park:
Kanha National Park, which is one of the most well known tiger reserves worldwide, is located among the Banjar and Halon valleys in the Mandla / Balaghat districts of the state of Madhya Pradesh. It's creation took place among, and after, a lot of turbulence and storm within concerned circles regarding rampant killing of wildlife in the area at the time.
central Kanha valley was declared a sanctuary way back in 1933 but got it's status as a National Park in 1955. It covers a large area of 1,945 square kilometers, out of which 940 square kilometers form the main park. The altitude of the park ranges from 450 meters to 900 meters above sea level. The temperature, depending on the season, ranges from 0 degrees in the winters to 48 degrees in the summers. The park remains open from the 01st of November to the 30th of June. Sometimes, as with most parks of the country, it can be closed earlier if the monsoon season arrives sooner than expected. The park has a heavy monsoon season with an average annual rainfall of 1600mm. The basic infrastructure at the park is well developed and visits can "mostly" be expected to pass without any problems.
Kanha is also famous for it's animal conservation efforts made in collaboration and cooperation with the local resident communities. One of the famous success stories of the park is the survival of the Barasingha population in the park, which went down to as low as 66 animals in 1970 from the earlier 3000 and which through huge efforts have now revived to a respectable number of around 1000. Kanha boasts of many such success stories of which this is only an example.
Prime Attractions of the Kanha National Park :
Flora & Fauna - The terrain inside the park is varied, nonetheless enjoyable. Bamboo forests flow into Sal forests and meadows. There are herds of spotted deer to be seen with smaller herds of beautiful Antelope, the Black Buck. With a little luck, you could also spot the timorous Barking Deer. It's snapping warns other denizens of the forest that a predator is around. There is also a very strong possibility that you will see the Rare Barasingha, the Swamp Deer. Once there were only 66 of these in Kanha, but careful conservation and management raised their population to over 400.
Major Wildlife Attractions - Spotting wild animals is always a matter of luck but Kanha is so rich in wildlife that the odds are titled in your favor. First time visitors are often so keen to spot the larger animals that they overlook the smaller ones. There are 175 varieties of birds in Kanha. So if you happen to be bird watcher, look forward to a full bird show. Most people are keener to meet Kanha's major attraction, the Tiger; still one has to be patient to spot one.
But while on a mission to find a tiger, one can easily catch glimpses of all the grazers, a Porcupine, many Gray Langurs, Mongoose, Hyena, Jungle Cat, even a Leopard. Other wild attractions in this Tiger country include varieties of Deer - the Barasingha, Chital or Spotted Deer, Chousingha, Nilgai, as well as the majestic Gaur or Indian Bison and wild Pig.
Kanha Museum - There is a museum at Kanha National Park, depicting attributes and activities of the park and the tribal culture of the state of Madhya Pradesh.
» Excursions - There are several excursion points that you can visit from Kanha. Most of the places are of historical importance. Some of them also make ideal base points to visit some of the popular tourist destinations of Madhya Pradesh. The city of Nagpur which is famous for its orange orchards makes an ideal day or weekend destination from Kanha. Moreover, you can also visit Jabalpur, a small city housing some of the important historical monuments and archaeological findings. Jabalpur is also famous for its highly revered Tilwara ghat where Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were immersed in the river here.
Safaris :
Elephant Safari - The animals at Kanha are best observed from the elephant back and the open country makes the chance of sightings reasonably good.
Best Time To Visit :
Kanha Tiger Reserve is closed to visitors during the monsoon months, from July to November. Winter, between November and January, is a comfortable time to visit the park, when the weather is pleasant. April to June is when the summer sets in; it can get pretty hot at this time, but if you are a die-hard wildlife fan, this is when a visit can reward you with satisfactory wildlife-watching at the parks waterholes.
Corbett National Park
Corbett National Park
Corbett National Park is India's oldest national park. Situated in the foothills of the Kumaon Himalayas, the park covers an area of 521 sq km, of which 313 sq km
Introduction :
Tourists Riding on an Elephant in Corbett National ParkFrom the foothills of the Himalayas, the Corbett National Park extends over an area of 1318 sq. kms. Varied topography and vegetation give Corbett a rich diversity in habitats and natural beauty. It was the first national Park to be established in India in the year 1936 and it was here that the prestigious "Project Tiger" was launched in 1973.
A delight for Ornithology lovers.
Corbett is avians paradise with around 600 species being recorded here and has numerous other mammalian species. Besides Tiger and Leopard, one can also see Jungle cat, Leopard cat, Himalayan black bear, Sloth bear. Four species of deer- Hog deer, Sambar, Chital and barking deer are found here. These herbivores can be seen in vast numbers in the chauds (vast grasslands with very high elephant grass). One can also see big herds of Indian elephants in these grasslands specially in summer. The Ramganga river flows through the park and a man made reservoir serves as the feeding ground for large number of birds. One can also see the Indian Marsh Crocodile along with the long snouted fish eating Gharials. Another species quite common in this area is the Common Indian Otter.
About Flora :
The vastness of the flora of this region indeed reflects the vastness of habitats that this region provides. The zoological diversity and constant biological evolution in this region is perhaps due to the intricate natural variations in the region.
Sal is the dominant tree species in Corbett with Jamun, Shisham, Khair, Mahua, Flame of the forest (Palash), Silk Cotton tree (Simal) etc. being the other tree species.
Description :
Travelers in Corbett National ParkThe Corbett National Park, where Project Tiger was launched in 1973, is India's finest national park and its major attractions are the Tiger, Indian Elephant and Leopard. Corbett national park is located besides the Ramganga river, the dam at Kalagarh forming a huge lake to the west of the national park. The park is essentially a large low valley.
A range of hills runs through the middle of the national park, roughly east to west. The forests are moist deciduous, with Sal as the dominant tree. Chir Pine trees are to be found on the higher ridges of the hills. On the low-lying areas riverine forests, with Shisham and Khair trees, are intermixed with grasslands known locally as 'Chaurs'.
Project Tiger (Corbett National Park)
The average area of the park was 520-sq-kms in 1986, and a proposed extension of 588-sq-kms is under consideration. Project Tiger, which was set up with the help of the World Wildlife Fund, was launched at Dhikala, in the Corbett National Park on April 1, 1973. This project was aimed at saving the Indian tiger from extinction. Over 50 mammals, 580 birds and 25 reptile species have been listed in the Corbett National Park. The insect life is also astounding, noticeably specially after the monsoons. But undoubtedly, the jewel of the Corbett is the Indian tiger. It was estimated that in 1984, the tiger population was 90 in this national park
Corbett National Park is India's oldest national park. Situated in the foothills of the Kumaon Himalayas, the park covers an area of 521 sq km, of which 313 sq km
Introduction :
Tourists Riding on an Elephant in Corbett National ParkFrom the foothills of the Himalayas, the Corbett National Park extends over an area of 1318 sq. kms. Varied topography and vegetation give Corbett a rich diversity in habitats and natural beauty. It was the first national Park to be established in India in the year 1936 and it was here that the prestigious "Project Tiger" was launched in 1973.
A delight for Ornithology lovers.
Corbett is avians paradise with around 600 species being recorded here and has numerous other mammalian species. Besides Tiger and Leopard, one can also see Jungle cat, Leopard cat, Himalayan black bear, Sloth bear. Four species of deer- Hog deer, Sambar, Chital and barking deer are found here. These herbivores can be seen in vast numbers in the chauds (vast grasslands with very high elephant grass). One can also see big herds of Indian elephants in these grasslands specially in summer. The Ramganga river flows through the park and a man made reservoir serves as the feeding ground for large number of birds. One can also see the Indian Marsh Crocodile along with the long snouted fish eating Gharials. Another species quite common in this area is the Common Indian Otter.
About Flora :
The vastness of the flora of this region indeed reflects the vastness of habitats that this region provides. The zoological diversity and constant biological evolution in this region is perhaps due to the intricate natural variations in the region.
Sal is the dominant tree species in Corbett with Jamun, Shisham, Khair, Mahua, Flame of the forest (Palash), Silk Cotton tree (Simal) etc. being the other tree species.
Description :
Travelers in Corbett National ParkThe Corbett National Park, where Project Tiger was launched in 1973, is India's finest national park and its major attractions are the Tiger, Indian Elephant and Leopard. Corbett national park is located besides the Ramganga river, the dam at Kalagarh forming a huge lake to the west of the national park. The park is essentially a large low valley.
A range of hills runs through the middle of the national park, roughly east to west. The forests are moist deciduous, with Sal as the dominant tree. Chir Pine trees are to be found on the higher ridges of the hills. On the low-lying areas riverine forests, with Shisham and Khair trees, are intermixed with grasslands known locally as 'Chaurs'.
Project Tiger (Corbett National Park)
The average area of the park was 520-sq-kms in 1986, and a proposed extension of 588-sq-kms is under consideration. Project Tiger, which was set up with the help of the World Wildlife Fund, was launched at Dhikala, in the Corbett National Park on April 1, 1973. This project was aimed at saving the Indian tiger from extinction. Over 50 mammals, 580 birds and 25 reptile species have been listed in the Corbett National Park. The insect life is also astounding, noticeably specially after the monsoons. But undoubtedly, the jewel of the Corbett is the Indian tiger. It was estimated that in 1984, the tiger population was 90 in this national park
Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary
Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary
The Jaisamand wildlife Sanctuary is famous for Darters, Open-bill Storks, Pond Herons, Little Cormorants, Indian Shags, Egrets, Eagles, Buzzards, Painted Partridges, Babblers, Hawks, Falcons, Dalmatian Pelicans and a wide variety of Ducks, including Pintails, Teals, Mallards and Shovelers.
Maharana Pratap Airport is 21-km from the Udaipur, which is near Jaisamand.
* Rail
Udaipur is well connected with all the major cities by rail.
* Road
Udaipur is 50-km by road, from Jaisamand and is well connected by motorable roads.
The Jaisamand wildlife Sanctuary is famous for Darters, Open-bill Storks, Pond Herons, Little Cormorants, Indian Shags, Egrets, Eagles, Buzzards, Painted Partridges, Babblers, Hawks, Falcons, Dalmatian Pelicans and a wide variety of Ducks, including Pintails, Teals, Mallards and Shovelers.
Jaisamand Sanctuary is situated 50-km south of Udaipur, the picturesque 'City of Lakes', succulent valleys and hills. It is on the bank of Jaisamand Lake, the second largest artificial Lake in Asia. The sanctuary extends over an area of 52-sq-kms of thick forest land. Established in 1957, this sanctuary is located besides the man-made lake by the same name. Covering a total area of 160-sq-kms, it harbours sloth bear, leopard, chital, chinkara, wild boar and a number of birds. Some crocodiles and fish can also be spotted here.
Climate
The climate of Jaisamand is tropical. Winters are a little cold and the summers are not too harsh. September to March is the best period to travel Jaisamand.
The Wild Life Sanctuary
The sanctuary is situated along one of the largest artificial lakes of the world called the Jaisamand Lake. Fourteen kilometres in length & nine kilometres in width, the lake has a circumference of nearly eighty-eight kilometres. Close to Jaisamand is the game sanctuary, which is spread over an area of about 45 kilometres & has a motorable road. The sanctuary shelters wild animals like Panthers, Wild Bear, Spotted Deer, Sambhars etc.
Jaisamand Lake
The lake located here is the prime attraction of the area. The cool surroundings of the lake is relaxing for the visitors. Fourteen kilometres in length & nine kilometres in width, the lake has a circumference of nearly eighty-eight kilometres. The lake was built by Maharaja Jai Singh, who on its inauguration on 2nd June 1691 AD, walked around it distributing gold equal to his own weight in charity. He built six 'Chhatris' (cenatophs) with finely embroidered elephants in front, and the temple of Lord Shiva in the centre of the embankment.
How to Reach in Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary:
Maharana Pratap Airport is 21-km from the Udaipur, which is near Jaisamand.
* Rail
Udaipur is well connected with all the major cities by rail.
* Road
Udaipur is 50-km by road, from Jaisamand and is well connected by motorable roads.
Bharatpur National Park
Bharatpur National Park
Amongst India’s premier wildlife sanctuaries is the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, on the border between the states of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Formally known as the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, it’s a marshy area, stretching over 29 sq km of kadam forests, grasslands and shallow lakes. Created by the Maharaja of Bharatpur in the 19th century by diverting water from an irrigation canal, Keoladeo was founded as a shooting preserve, but given the status of a bird sanctuary in 1956. Upgraded to a national park in 1982, the area today ranks as one of the best waterbird preserves in the world- and it’s a World Heritage Site.
Keoladeo Ghana, Bharatpur harbours some of India’s richest birdlife, including the gorgeous shocking-pink tinted painted stork, several species of cormorants, egrets, pelicans, ibises, cranes, ducks and geese. One can see over 350 species of birds, both native as well as migratory. Among the latter, the highly endangered Siberian Cranes, which come to nest in winter, are the rarest. Bharatpur is the Siberian Crane’s only known wintering ground in India; at last count, only 2 cranes nested at the park, definitely a cause for worry.
In addition to the birds, Keoladeo is home to a wide range of mammal and reptile species, including deer, jackals, blackbuck, fishing cats, otters and blue bulls.
Entry Requirements
All visitors to Keoladeo Ghana, Bharatpur need to obtain an entry permit from the Warden or Ranger at the entrance to the park. Foreigners need to pay an entry fee of Rs 200; Indians pay Rs 25. Extra charges are levied for cameras and photographic equipment.
Access
Keoladeo Ghana is situated just two km from the town of Bharatpur, which is connected by train and road to Delhi (176 km away) and Agra (50 km away). There are regular buses plying to Bharatpur from Delhi, Agra, and other cities, and taxis can also be hired to do the trip. Within the park, walking or cycling is easily the best way of seeing Keoladeo’s fabulous range of avian life. Taxis or private vehicles, however, are allowed into the park and can be used. The forest department also operates mini buses and boats within the park.
If you decide to pedal through the sanctuary, cycles can be hired at the entrance to Keoladeo; a map of the park’s walking trails can be obtained from the reception counter at the entrance.
Best time to visit
Keoladeo Ghana Bharatpur is open throughout the year for visitors, although winter is definitely the best time to visit. Summers are too hot and monsoons too wet for comfort, but the months between October and February are very suitable for a trip. Besides the fact that the weather’s good at this time, the park’s migratory birds arrive during the winter.
Accommodation and other facilities
Fortunately for tourists, accommodation is not a problem in Bharatpur. The town (not the park) has a number of guest houses, forest lodges and hotels, including some luxurious heritage properties. Besides the accommodation in the town, there are two forest lodges and two restaurants within the park. The restaurants are however, extremely basic and it’s advisable to bring your own food if you plan to spend the entire day within the park.
Accommodation tariffs range from anywhere between Rs 50 for a fairly bare-bones room in one of the forest lodges, to up to Rs 3500 for a room in the Laxmi Vilas Palace resort. Realistic prices for a comfortable if not luxurious room would be about Rs 200- 400 per night.
Further information on Keoladeo Ghana can be obtained from the Deputy Chief Wildlife Warden at the Forest Rest House
Amongst India’s premier wildlife sanctuaries is the Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, on the border between the states of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh. Formally known as the Keoladeo Ghana National Park, it’s a marshy area, stretching over 29 sq km of kadam forests, grasslands and shallow lakes. Created by the Maharaja of Bharatpur in the 19th century by diverting water from an irrigation canal, Keoladeo was founded as a shooting preserve, but given the status of a bird sanctuary in 1956. Upgraded to a national park in 1982, the area today ranks as one of the best waterbird preserves in the world- and it’s a World Heritage Site.
Keoladeo Ghana, Bharatpur harbours some of India’s richest birdlife, including the gorgeous shocking-pink tinted painted stork, several species of cormorants, egrets, pelicans, ibises, cranes, ducks and geese. One can see over 350 species of birds, both native as well as migratory. Among the latter, the highly endangered Siberian Cranes, which come to nest in winter, are the rarest. Bharatpur is the Siberian Crane’s only known wintering ground in India; at last count, only 2 cranes nested at the park, definitely a cause for worry.
In addition to the birds, Keoladeo is home to a wide range of mammal and reptile species, including deer, jackals, blackbuck, fishing cats, otters and blue bulls.
Entry Requirements
All visitors to Keoladeo Ghana, Bharatpur need to obtain an entry permit from the Warden or Ranger at the entrance to the park. Foreigners need to pay an entry fee of Rs 200; Indians pay Rs 25. Extra charges are levied for cameras and photographic equipment.
Access
Keoladeo Ghana is situated just two km from the town of Bharatpur, which is connected by train and road to Delhi (176 km away) and Agra (50 km away). There are regular buses plying to Bharatpur from Delhi, Agra, and other cities, and taxis can also be hired to do the trip. Within the park, walking or cycling is easily the best way of seeing Keoladeo’s fabulous range of avian life. Taxis or private vehicles, however, are allowed into the park and can be used. The forest department also operates mini buses and boats within the park.
If you decide to pedal through the sanctuary, cycles can be hired at the entrance to Keoladeo; a map of the park’s walking trails can be obtained from the reception counter at the entrance.
Best time to visit
Keoladeo Ghana Bharatpur is open throughout the year for visitors, although winter is definitely the best time to visit. Summers are too hot and monsoons too wet for comfort, but the months between October and February are very suitable for a trip. Besides the fact that the weather’s good at this time, the park’s migratory birds arrive during the winter.
Accommodation and other facilities
Fortunately for tourists, accommodation is not a problem in Bharatpur. The town (not the park) has a number of guest houses, forest lodges and hotels, including some luxurious heritage properties. Besides the accommodation in the town, there are two forest lodges and two restaurants within the park. The restaurants are however, extremely basic and it’s advisable to bring your own food if you plan to spend the entire day within the park.
Accommodation tariffs range from anywhere between Rs 50 for a fairly bare-bones room in one of the forest lodges, to up to Rs 3500 for a room in the Laxmi Vilas Palace resort. Realistic prices for a comfortable if not luxurious room would be about Rs 200- 400 per night.
Further information on Keoladeo Ghana can be obtained from the Deputy Chief Wildlife Warden at the Forest Rest House
Sariska National Park
Sariska National Park
Location: Alwar district, Rajasthan
Location: Alwar district, Rajasthan
Highlight: Renowned Tiger reserve
Best Time to Visit: October to March
How to Reach in Sariska National Park: The Jaipur airport is nearest to Sariska at a distance of 107 kilometers. Alwar railway station is the nearest railway station to Sariska. The national park can be easily reached via roads also.
The Sariska National Park in Rajasthan is one of the most visited national parks in India. It can be reached easily from anywhere in Rajasthan and also from nearby places like Delhi,The topography of Sariska National park is varied and you will find grasslands alongwith deciduous forests spread over a rocky terrain. The total area of Sariska Tiger Reserve is around 800 square kilometers. Sariska national park offers you undisturbed hours of complete calm and peace. You can laze around and watch the rich wildlife of Rajasthan or explore the ruins of ancient forts and palaces located within the national park.
Sariska was declared a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1955 and in the year 1979 it was declared a national park. The Park is open all through the year though the best time to visit the place is from October to April. There are many species of animals and birds that you can spot easily in Sariska national park. Among the animals, one can easily spot leopards, panthers, foxes, jackals, hyenas, wild cats, boar, antelope, black bucks, langur and several species of deer. The park also has a rich collection of avian population and commonly spotted birds are peacocks, woodpeckers, eagles and vultures. Also, the park boasts of a good collection of crocodiles that can be spotted basking on the banks of Lake Siliserh.
There are other attractions also in the park apart from wildlife. One can visit the Kankwari Fort that is located in the Sariska national park. It is here where Emperor Aurangzeb imprisoned his own brother Dara Shikoh. Another famous attraction here is the ancient Shiva temple located within the sanctuary. Though now in ruins, it looks absolutely mystical within the dense woods of Sariska. The most stunning feature here is of course the Sariska Palace that has now been converted into a luxurious hotel.
Season(Sariska National Park) :
Open year round, the best period being November-April, especially March-April.
Access (Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary):
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 5-6 hours.
Rajasthan Parks
Rajasthan Parks
Rajasthan is a haven for a wide spectrum of wildlife. The topography of Rajasthan ranges from the barren desert, scrub-thorn arid forests, rocks and ravines to wetlands and lush.
Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
Ranthambore National Park is situated in India north western state of Rajasthan, near the town of Sawai Madhopur, midway between Bharatpur and Kota townships. It is surrounded by the Vindhya and Aravali hill ranges and is very near to the outer fringes of the Thar Desert. The entire area has sprawling tracts of the desert and semi-desert vegetation. Originally a hunting ground of the Maharaja of Jaipur, Ranthambore was declared a game sanctuary in 1955. In 1980, it became a national park and listed among the reserves protected under Project Tiger (1973). Presently the Kaila Devi Sanctuary, also famous for its tigers, and Mansingh Sanctuary also form part of Ranthambore Reserve
Sariska National Park Sariska Tiger Reserve is well nestled in the Aravali Hills covering 800 sq km area divided into the grasslands, dry deciduous forests, sheer cliffs and rocky landscape.
Bharatpur National Park Largely occupied by the Jat people, Bharatpur occupies an area of Rajasthan which is adjacent to Madhya Pradesh. Famously known as the 'Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan', Bharatpur was founded by Maharaja Suraj Mal in 1733 AD.
Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary The Jaisamand wildlife Sanctuary is famous for Darters, Open-bill Storks, Pond Herons, Little Cormorants, Indian Shags, Egrets, Eagles, Buzzards, Painted Partridges, Babblers, Hawks, Falcons, Dalmatian Pelicans and a wide variety of Ducks, including Pintails, Teals, Mallards and Shovelers.
Corbett National Park Corbett National Park is India's oldest national park. Situated in the foothills of the Kumaon Himalayas, the park covers an area of 521 sq km, of which 313 sq km
Kanha National Park Kanha National Park is Kipling country and the nearby forests were the setting for the "Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling. It's an outstanding national park and wildlife reserve of Central India.
Keoldeo National Park The park set up in1981 in Bharatpur district, 2 km away from Bharatpur town, covers an area of 29 km. The nearest rail head is Bharatpur at a distance of 8 km. The nearest airport is Agra 55km from the park.
Keoladeo National Park The Keoladeo Ghana National Park or Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary lies between two of India's most historic cities, Agra and Jaipur. This north Indian sanctuary is situated in the country's northwestern state of Rajasthan, about 190 km from the national capital of Delhi.
Desert National Park The Desert National Park is an excellent example of the ecosystem of the Thar Desert and its rich fauna. The Sudashri forest post is the most ideal place for observing wildlife in the Desert National Park.
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary is the erstwhile royal hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Kota. The wildlife sanctuary is thickly forested, lying along the southeastern border of Kota. This hilly sanctuary with thick forests is worth a visit.
Tal Chappar Sanctuary Tal Chappar Sanctuary in Churu district is famous for black-bucks. It is a flat saline depression, has a unique ecosystem. It is situated in North-Western Rajasthan and thus lies on the way of the migratory passage of many birds.
Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary The lake and forested hills of this reserve, 32 km from Bikaner on the Jaisalmer road, are inhabited by wildfowl, hares , wild boar, desert foxes and a number of deer and antelopes including black bucks and blue bulls.
Sariska Tiger Sanctuary Sariska, in Rajasthan, the erstwhile royal preserve of the rulers of Alwar, became a sanctuary in the year 1958. The sanctuary came under the Project Tiger in 1979 and became a national park in 1982.
Rajasthan is a haven for a wide spectrum of wildlife. The topography of Rajasthan ranges from the barren desert, scrub-thorn arid forests, rocks and ravines to wetlands and lush.
Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan
Ranthambore National Park is situated in India north western state of Rajasthan, near the town of Sawai Madhopur, midway between Bharatpur and Kota townships. It is surrounded by the Vindhya and Aravali hill ranges and is very near to the outer fringes of the Thar Desert. The entire area has sprawling tracts of the desert and semi-desert vegetation. Originally a hunting ground of the Maharaja of Jaipur, Ranthambore was declared a game sanctuary in 1955. In 1980, it became a national park and listed among the reserves protected under Project Tiger (1973). Presently the Kaila Devi Sanctuary, also famous for its tigers, and Mansingh Sanctuary also form part of Ranthambore Reserve
Sariska National Park Sariska Tiger Reserve is well nestled in the Aravali Hills covering 800 sq km area divided into the grasslands, dry deciduous forests, sheer cliffs and rocky landscape.
Bharatpur National Park Largely occupied by the Jat people, Bharatpur occupies an area of Rajasthan which is adjacent to Madhya Pradesh. Famously known as the 'Eastern Gateway to Rajasthan', Bharatpur was founded by Maharaja Suraj Mal in 1733 AD.
Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary The Jaisamand wildlife Sanctuary is famous for Darters, Open-bill Storks, Pond Herons, Little Cormorants, Indian Shags, Egrets, Eagles, Buzzards, Painted Partridges, Babblers, Hawks, Falcons, Dalmatian Pelicans and a wide variety of Ducks, including Pintails, Teals, Mallards and Shovelers.
Corbett National Park Corbett National Park is India's oldest national park. Situated in the foothills of the Kumaon Himalayas, the park covers an area of 521 sq km, of which 313 sq km
Kanha National Park Kanha National Park is Kipling country and the nearby forests were the setting for the "Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling. It's an outstanding national park and wildlife reserve of Central India.
Keoldeo National Park The park set up in1981 in Bharatpur district, 2 km away from Bharatpur town, covers an area of 29 km. The nearest rail head is Bharatpur at a distance of 8 km. The nearest airport is Agra 55km from the park.
Keoladeo National Park The Keoladeo Ghana National Park or Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary lies between two of India's most historic cities, Agra and Jaipur. This north Indian sanctuary is situated in the country's northwestern state of Rajasthan, about 190 km from the national capital of Delhi.
Desert National Park The Desert National Park is an excellent example of the ecosystem of the Thar Desert and its rich fauna. The Sudashri forest post is the most ideal place for observing wildlife in the Desert National Park.
Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary is the erstwhile royal hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Kota. The wildlife sanctuary is thickly forested, lying along the southeastern border of Kota. This hilly sanctuary with thick forests is worth a visit.
Tal Chappar Sanctuary Tal Chappar Sanctuary in Churu district is famous for black-bucks. It is a flat saline depression, has a unique ecosystem. It is situated in North-Western Rajasthan and thus lies on the way of the migratory passage of many birds.
Gajner Wildlife Sanctuary The lake and forested hills of this reserve, 32 km from Bikaner on the Jaisalmer road, are inhabited by wildfowl, hares , wild boar, desert foxes and a number of deer and antelopes including black bucks and blue bulls.
Sariska Tiger Sanctuary Sariska, in Rajasthan, the erstwhile royal preserve of the rulers of Alwar, became a sanctuary in the year 1958. The sanctuary came under the Project Tiger in 1979 and became a national park in 1982.
Rivers In Rajasthan
River in Rajasthan, India, rises in hilly terrain near Chhawar village in the Sawai Madhopur district. It runs for 123 km and falls into the Gambhir River near Kharagpur in Dhaulpur District, Rajasthan.
Ahar River The Ahar River is a tributary of the Berach River. It originates in the hills of Udaipur District of Rajasthan in western India, and flows through the city of Udaipur before it joins the Berach.
Chambal River The Chambal river remains one of North India’s most unpolluted rivers, home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna. National Chambal (Gharial) Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for the rare Ganges river dolphin.
Banas River The Banas is a river of Rajasthan state in western India. It is a tributary of the Chambal River, which in turn flows into the Yamuna, a tributary of the Ganges. The Banas is approximately 512 kilometres in length.
Banganga River River Banganga originates in the Aravali hills, near Arnasar and Bairath in Jaipur District. It flows towards the south up to the village of Ghat, then east through partly hilly and partly plain terrain.
Sabarmati River Sabarmati River Basin is situated in the mid-southern part of Rajasthan, between latitudes 23o25' and 24o55' and longitudes 73o00' and 73o48'.
Luni River Luni River Basin is located in south-western Rajasthan, between latitudes 23o41' and 27o05' and longitudes 71o04' and 74o42'.
Mahi River The Mahi is a river in western India. It rises in Madhya Pradesh and, after flowing through the Vagad region of Rajasthan, enters Gujarat and falls into the sea by a wide estuary near Cambay. Its total length is 500 km. and its estimated drainage area 40,000 sq. km.
Ghaggar-Hakra River The Ghaggar is an intermittent river in India, flowing during the monsoon rains. It originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh and flows through Punjab and Haryana to Rajasthan; just southwest of Sirsa in Haryana and by the side of Tibi in Rajasthan, this seasonal river feeds two irrigation canals that extend into Rajasthan.
Gomati River Gomati River is a small river in Rajasthan state of western India. It originates in the hills of central Udaipur District, flowing south to join the Som River in the southern part of the district. The river was dammed in the 17th century to create Dhebar Lake, also known as Jaisamand Lake, which has an area of 50 km².
Sarasvati River The river Saraswati, during its heydays, is described to be much bigger than Sindhu or the Indus River. During the Vedic period, this river had coursed through the region between modern Yamuna and Sutlej.
Ahar River The Ahar River is a tributary of the Berach River. It originates in the hills of Udaipur District of Rajasthan in western India, and flows through the city of Udaipur before it joins the Berach.
Chambal River The Chambal river remains one of North India’s most unpolluted rivers, home to a rich diversity of flora and fauna. National Chambal (Gharial) Wildlife Sanctuary is famous for the rare Ganges river dolphin.
Banas River The Banas is a river of Rajasthan state in western India. It is a tributary of the Chambal River, which in turn flows into the Yamuna, a tributary of the Ganges. The Banas is approximately 512 kilometres in length.
Banganga River River Banganga originates in the Aravali hills, near Arnasar and Bairath in Jaipur District. It flows towards the south up to the village of Ghat, then east through partly hilly and partly plain terrain.
Sabarmati River Sabarmati River Basin is situated in the mid-southern part of Rajasthan, between latitudes 23o25' and 24o55' and longitudes 73o00' and 73o48'.
Luni River Luni River Basin is located in south-western Rajasthan, between latitudes 23o41' and 27o05' and longitudes 71o04' and 74o42'.
Mahi River The Mahi is a river in western India. It rises in Madhya Pradesh and, after flowing through the Vagad region of Rajasthan, enters Gujarat and falls into the sea by a wide estuary near Cambay. Its total length is 500 km. and its estimated drainage area 40,000 sq. km.
Ghaggar-Hakra River The Ghaggar is an intermittent river in India, flowing during the monsoon rains. It originates in the Shivalik Hills of Himachal Pradesh and flows through Punjab and Haryana to Rajasthan; just southwest of Sirsa in Haryana and by the side of Tibi in Rajasthan, this seasonal river feeds two irrigation canals that extend into Rajasthan.
Gomati River Gomati River is a small river in Rajasthan state of western India. It originates in the hills of central Udaipur District, flowing south to join the Som River in the southern part of the district. The river was dammed in the 17th century to create Dhebar Lake, also known as Jaisamand Lake, which has an area of 50 km².
Sarasvati River The river Saraswati, during its heydays, is described to be much bigger than Sindhu or the Indus River. During the Vedic period, this river had coursed through the region between modern Yamuna and Sutlej.
Economy Of Rajasthan
Rajasthan is one of the least densely populated states in India. It is also one of the poorest state with low per capita income and low level of literacy, specially in women. The economy of Rajasthan is agricultural or pastoral economy. Besides this, there are good mineral resources, industries, industrial areas and an expanding tourism industry in Rajasthan.
Rajasthan has the eighth largest economy with a Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) of over US$ 11.5 billion. Over the last ten years from 1994 to 2003, the state of Rajasthan underwent growth at a Compounded Average Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6% increasing from US$ 6.4 billion to US$ 11.5 billion.
In the years 1995-96 and 2001-02, the industrial sector of the state underwent a growth rate of 6.9% per annum. The growth rate of the service sector was 7.4 %.
The main economy of Rajasthan is agrarian based. Agriculture is the leading economy of the state accounting for 22.5 per cent. The total cultivated area of the state encompasses about 20 million hectares and out of this only 20% of the land is irrigated.
The principal crops Barley, Wheat, Gram, Pulses, Oil Seeds, Bajra, Pulses, Jowar, Maize Ground Nuts, fruits and vegetables and spices.
Next to the agricultural sector, the Industry of Rajasthan plays a major role in the economy. The industrial sector accounts for about 32.5 per cent of the total share of the state’s economy. The main industries of Rajasthan include textile, rugs, woolen goods, vegetable oil and dyes. Heavy industries consist of copper and zinc smelting and the manufacture of railway rolling stock. The other industries related to Private Sector include steel, cement, ceramics and glass wares, electronic, leather and footwear, stone and other chemical industries. Rajasthan is also known for its textile industry and the state is the fourth largest producer of spun yarn in India.
Rajasthan is also the major producer of cement contributing to 15 per cent of the national cement production.
Rajasthan is the third major salt producing state of the country and accounts for one-tenth of the national salt production.
Rajasthan is the second largest mineral producing state in India and houses about 90% of the total mineral reserves of the country. It shares 24% of the aggregate national production of non-metallic minerals. Thus the Mining sector is a very important revenue earner for the state. From this sector Rajasthan earns as mineral royalty an annual income of more than US$ 100 Million.
Another most important revenue contributor of the state is Tourism and accounts for about 15% of the economy of Rajasthan. Rajasthan contributes about 11.2 per cent and 3.3 per cent share in India’s foreign and domestic tourist arrivals respectively. The Rajasthan government has brought down the luxury tax from 10% to 8% to boost the tourism industry of Rajasthan.
The services sector accounts for 45 per cent of the GDP of the state. Other sources of economy for the state are Infrastructure, Transportation, Energy, Power, Telecommunications, and Banking & Financial Institutions.
Macro-economic Trend In Rajasthan Rajasthan's gross state domestic product for 2004 is estimated at $33 billion in current prices. Unemployment and Poverty is widespread, state count among BIMARU states.
Rajasthan has the eighth largest economy with a Net State Domestic Product (NSDP) of over US$ 11.5 billion. Over the last ten years from 1994 to 2003, the state of Rajasthan underwent growth at a Compounded Average Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6% increasing from US$ 6.4 billion to US$ 11.5 billion.
In the years 1995-96 and 2001-02, the industrial sector of the state underwent a growth rate of 6.9% per annum. The growth rate of the service sector was 7.4 %.
The main economy of Rajasthan is agrarian based. Agriculture is the leading economy of the state accounting for 22.5 per cent. The total cultivated area of the state encompasses about 20 million hectares and out of this only 20% of the land is irrigated.
The principal crops Barley, Wheat, Gram, Pulses, Oil Seeds, Bajra, Pulses, Jowar, Maize Ground Nuts, fruits and vegetables and spices.
Next to the agricultural sector, the Industry of Rajasthan plays a major role in the economy. The industrial sector accounts for about 32.5 per cent of the total share of the state’s economy. The main industries of Rajasthan include textile, rugs, woolen goods, vegetable oil and dyes. Heavy industries consist of copper and zinc smelting and the manufacture of railway rolling stock. The other industries related to Private Sector include steel, cement, ceramics and glass wares, electronic, leather and footwear, stone and other chemical industries. Rajasthan is also known for its textile industry and the state is the fourth largest producer of spun yarn in India.
Rajasthan is also the major producer of cement contributing to 15 per cent of the national cement production.
Rajasthan is the third major salt producing state of the country and accounts for one-tenth of the national salt production.
Rajasthan is the second largest mineral producing state in India and houses about 90% of the total mineral reserves of the country. It shares 24% of the aggregate national production of non-metallic minerals. Thus the Mining sector is a very important revenue earner for the state. From this sector Rajasthan earns as mineral royalty an annual income of more than US$ 100 Million.
Another most important revenue contributor of the state is Tourism and accounts for about 15% of the economy of Rajasthan. Rajasthan contributes about 11.2 per cent and 3.3 per cent share in India’s foreign and domestic tourist arrivals respectively. The Rajasthan government has brought down the luxury tax from 10% to 8% to boost the tourism industry of Rajasthan.
The services sector accounts for 45 per cent of the GDP of the state. Other sources of economy for the state are Infrastructure, Transportation, Energy, Power, Telecommunications, and Banking & Financial Institutions.
Macro-economic Trend In Rajasthan Rajasthan's gross state domestic product for 2004 is estimated at $33 billion in current prices. Unemployment and Poverty is widespread, state count among BIMARU states.
Villages In Rajasthan
Villages In Rajasthan
Rajasthan has a rich architectural legacy dating to an ancient past. Timeless monuments, magnificent temples, and breathtaking sites...Rajasthan never ceases to lure the travelers. Of its prestigious monuments and natural wonders, UNESCO has already declared sixteen cultural and five natural sites of Rajasthan as the World Heritage Sites.Religion is the way of life in these remote hamlets. Each home has a separate room where they offer prayers and seek benevolence. The images of local deities daubed with vermilion can be seen outside every village.
Abhaneri Village In Rajasthan Abhaneri is famous for its ancient temples and step wells, located near Jaipur. Know more about Abhaneri temples in Rajasthan, India.
Bishnoi Village In Rajasthan Bishnoi Village is located at a distance of 25 kilometers from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India. Khejri tree groves, deer herds, peacocks and migratory birds make it a serene location.
Deshnok Village In Rajasthan Deshnok is a small village situated 32 km south from Bikaner city along the Jodhpur Road. It is connected by national highway and rail. It is a pilgrim centre of Karni Mata.
Eklingji Village In Rajasthan Eklingji is 22 kms. from Udaipur and is famous for its 108 temples compels protected by a high fortified wall. The exquisitely carved Eklingji was built to propagate the blessings of Lord Shiva, the supreme power and the guardian deity of Mewar.
Fatehpur Village In Rajasthan Fatehpur is actually a historical capital city made out of twin village of Fatehpur and Sikri that are situated 45 odd kilometers from the city of Agra. The city is situated amidst barren ridge. Emperor Akbar established this city, to serve jointly with Agra, as the imperial capital of Mogul empire.
Khimsar Village In Rajasthan Khimsar Sand Dunes Village lies six kms from Khimsar Fort in the heart of the seven dunes of Akla, measuring eight km in circumference. A water body in the center makes it a perfect 60-acre oasis of peace.
Kalwa Village In Rajasthan Kalwa is a village in tehsil Makrana of Nagaur district in Rajasthan. It is situated at a distance of 17 km from Makrana in the west direction on Khatu-Nagaur road. This is a well-connected village by road and rail. The village was founded by Kaluji Jat of Dudi gotra.
Khuri Village In Rajasthan Khudi is a village in Sikar district in Rajasthan. Khuri came in the news in 1935 for struggle by jats against Jagirdari system in Sikar. The village is inhabited by mainly Jats. Major Jat gotras in the village are Mahla, Thalod.
Rajasthan has a rich architectural legacy dating to an ancient past. Timeless monuments, magnificent temples, and breathtaking sites...Rajasthan never ceases to lure the travelers. Of its prestigious monuments and natural wonders, UNESCO has already declared sixteen cultural and five natural sites of Rajasthan as the World Heritage Sites.Religion is the way of life in these remote hamlets. Each home has a separate room where they offer prayers and seek benevolence. The images of local deities daubed with vermilion can be seen outside every village.
Abhaneri Village In Rajasthan Abhaneri is famous for its ancient temples and step wells, located near Jaipur. Know more about Abhaneri temples in Rajasthan, India.
Bishnoi Village In Rajasthan Bishnoi Village is located at a distance of 25 kilometers from Jodhpur, Rajasthan, India. Khejri tree groves, deer herds, peacocks and migratory birds make it a serene location.
Deshnok Village In Rajasthan Deshnok is a small village situated 32 km south from Bikaner city along the Jodhpur Road. It is connected by national highway and rail. It is a pilgrim centre of Karni Mata.
Eklingji Village In Rajasthan Eklingji is 22 kms. from Udaipur and is famous for its 108 temples compels protected by a high fortified wall. The exquisitely carved Eklingji was built to propagate the blessings of Lord Shiva, the supreme power and the guardian deity of Mewar.
Fatehpur Village In Rajasthan Fatehpur is actually a historical capital city made out of twin village of Fatehpur and Sikri that are situated 45 odd kilometers from the city of Agra. The city is situated amidst barren ridge. Emperor Akbar established this city, to serve jointly with Agra, as the imperial capital of Mogul empire.
Khimsar Village In Rajasthan Khimsar Sand Dunes Village lies six kms from Khimsar Fort in the heart of the seven dunes of Akla, measuring eight km in circumference. A water body in the center makes it a perfect 60-acre oasis of peace.
Kalwa Village In Rajasthan Kalwa is a village in tehsil Makrana of Nagaur district in Rajasthan. It is situated at a distance of 17 km from Makrana in the west direction on Khatu-Nagaur road. This is a well-connected village by road and rail. The village was founded by Kaluji Jat of Dudi gotra.
Khuri Village In Rajasthan Khudi is a village in Sikar district in Rajasthan. Khuri came in the news in 1935 for struggle by jats against Jagirdari system in Sikar. The village is inhabited by mainly Jats. Major Jat gotras in the village are Mahla, Thalod.
Railway Station In Rajasthan
Railway Station In Rajasthan
Regarding train arrival and departure generally function round the clock at major stations. Enquiry regarding reservation availability and PNR status etc., functions between 8.00 hrs to 20.00 hrs. on week days and 8.00 hrs to 14.00 hrs on Sunday. The IVR system for PNR enquiry is available between 5.30 hrs to 22.00 hrs.
The telephone numbers are given below, Ajmer, Asalpur Jobner, Alwar, Ateli, Badhal, Bandikui, Banasthali Newai, Bar, Bassi, Beawer, Bhilwara, Bhupal Sagar, Chirawa, Chomun Samode, Dahar-ka-Balaji, Dausa, Dungarpur, Durgapura, Falna, Fatehpur Shekhawati, Gandhi Nagar(Jaipur), Haripur, Jaipur, Jawali, Jhunjhunu, Kanakpura, Kanwat, Khairthal, Kishangarh, Marwar Jn., Nathdwara, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Sriganganagar, Etc.
Jaipur Railway Station jaipur railway station is located at the extreme northern end of the town,
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Kota Railway Station Kota railway station is located at the extreme northern end of the town. As Kota is on the main Delhi–Mumbai railway line via Sawai Madhopur, a number of trains pass through and stop here.
Kharwa Railway Station Kharwa Railway Station is on the Beawar-Ajmer railway line. Ahmedabad-Ajmer Passenger and Ajmer-Beawar Passenger are the main train connections.
Regarding train arrival and departure generally function round the clock at major stations. Enquiry regarding reservation availability and PNR status etc., functions between 8.00 hrs to 20.00 hrs. on week days and 8.00 hrs to 14.00 hrs on Sunday. The IVR system for PNR enquiry is available between 5.30 hrs to 22.00 hrs.
The telephone numbers are given below, Ajmer, Asalpur Jobner, Alwar, Ateli, Badhal, Bandikui, Banasthali Newai, Bar, Bassi, Beawer, Bhilwara, Bhupal Sagar, Chirawa, Chomun Samode, Dahar-ka-Balaji, Dausa, Dungarpur, Durgapura, Falna, Fatehpur Shekhawati, Gandhi Nagar(Jaipur), Haripur, Jaipur, Jawali, Jhunjhunu, Kanakpura, Kanwat, Khairthal, Kishangarh, Marwar Jn., Nathdwara, Jodhpur, Bikaner, Sriganganagar, Etc.
Jaipur Railway Station jaipur railway station is located at the extreme northern end of the town,
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Kota Railway Station Kota railway station is located at the extreme northern end of the town. As Kota is on the main Delhi–Mumbai railway line via Sawai Madhopur, a number of trains pass through and stop here.
Kharwa Railway Station Kharwa Railway Station is on the Beawar-Ajmer railway line. Ahmedabad-Ajmer Passenger and Ajmer-Beawar Passenger are the main train connections.
Bus Stations In Rajasthan
Bus Stations In Rajasthan
Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation runs buses within the state of Rajasthan and to the neighbouring states of Gujarat, Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Maharastra. It has a total of 5000 buses in its fleet.
Ajmer Central Bus Station The bus stand in Ajmer is located near the RTDC hotel Khadim. And the railway is further north and most of the hotels are west of the stations.
Alwar Bus Stand Alwar city is circled by a wall and moat, has several fine palaces and temples and a library containing rare Asian manuscripts.
Banswara Bus Station Banswara is a small town lying 160 km south of Udaipur. From Banswara Bus Station, Rajasthan Roadways operates services to major cities.
Baran Bus Station Baran Bus Station is situated in the town center. It is about 72 km from Kota city. Baran Bus Station is in close proximity to National Highway 76.
Barmer Bus Station Barmer Bus Station is a few minutes walk from the Barmer Railway Station. It is connected to National Highway 15.
Bharatpur Bus Station Bharatpur Bus Station is a few minutes walk from the Bharatpur Junction Railway Station, 32 km from Deeg. Buses ply from Bharatpur to Jaipur, Alwar, New Delhi and Mathura. Deluxe and ordinary buses are in service.
Bhilwara Bus Station Bhilwara Bus Station (Roadways Bus Stand) is about 5 km from the Manikya Lal Verma Textile Institute, on National Highway 4.
Bundi Bus Station Bundi Bus Station is situated 4 km south of Bundi town, 36 km from Kota. State Transport Corporation operates regular services to Ajmer (5 hours), Kota (1 hour), Udaipur (9 hours) and Jaipur (5 hours). Inter-state services are available to Delhi and Indore.
Chittorgarh Bus Station Chittorgarh Bus Station is situated adjacent to the Chittorgarh Railway Station. Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation operates very comfortable deluxe and air conditioned buses to all major cities in the country.
Udaipur Central Bus Station Situated on the station road, the Udaipur Central Bus Station operates deluxe, super deluxe and AC buses to all major cities in the region. The station is connected to National Highway 8.
Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation runs buses within the state of Rajasthan and to the neighbouring states of Gujarat, Punjab, Delhi, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Maharastra. It has a total of 5000 buses in its fleet.
Ajmer Central Bus Station The bus stand in Ajmer is located near the RTDC hotel Khadim. And the railway is further north and most of the hotels are west of the stations.
Alwar Bus Stand Alwar city is circled by a wall and moat, has several fine palaces and temples and a library containing rare Asian manuscripts.
Banswara Bus Station Banswara is a small town lying 160 km south of Udaipur. From Banswara Bus Station, Rajasthan Roadways operates services to major cities.
Baran Bus Station Baran Bus Station is situated in the town center. It is about 72 km from Kota city. Baran Bus Station is in close proximity to National Highway 76.
Barmer Bus Station Barmer Bus Station is a few minutes walk from the Barmer Railway Station. It is connected to National Highway 15.
Bharatpur Bus Station Bharatpur Bus Station is a few minutes walk from the Bharatpur Junction Railway Station, 32 km from Deeg. Buses ply from Bharatpur to Jaipur, Alwar, New Delhi and Mathura. Deluxe and ordinary buses are in service.
Bhilwara Bus Station Bhilwara Bus Station (Roadways Bus Stand) is about 5 km from the Manikya Lal Verma Textile Institute, on National Highway 4.
Bundi Bus Station Bundi Bus Station is situated 4 km south of Bundi town, 36 km from Kota. State Transport Corporation operates regular services to Ajmer (5 hours), Kota (1 hour), Udaipur (9 hours) and Jaipur (5 hours). Inter-state services are available to Delhi and Indore.
Chittorgarh Bus Station Chittorgarh Bus Station is situated adjacent to the Chittorgarh Railway Station. Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation operates very comfortable deluxe and air conditioned buses to all major cities in the country.
Udaipur Central Bus Station Situated on the station road, the Udaipur Central Bus Station operates deluxe, super deluxe and AC buses to all major cities in the region. The station is connected to National Highway 8.
Special Activities In Rajasthan
Special Activities In Rajasthan
United Nations Disaster Management Team, India is currently involved in drought assessments in the districts of Bikaner, Churu, Hanumangarh, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Nagaur, Jaipur, Alwar, Tonk, Bundi, Kota, and Jodhpur. The aim is to identify and contact grassroots NGOs and also the district officials in order to assess the field situation and coordinate and facilitate drought management activities. Various other proposals for food-for-work programs, drought proofing, water harvesting and fodder/ grain / seed banks in collaboration with various agencies are being explored.
Cooking Classes In Rajasthan Classes held for girls and ladies. Learn hot to make different types of exotic chocolates in juts 4 days. Make you own chocolates at home. Orders also taken for different occassions.
Royal & Regal Indian Weddings In Rajasthan Celebrate your grand intimate wedding in style with all the luxuries of Regal Wedding at HRH Group Hotels. Enjoy unforgettable marriage ceremony at HRH Hotels & Resorts.
Rajasthan Venues For Conferences Rajasthan is a land of glorious historical traditions and culture, which replete with the annals of patriotism, valor and self-sacrifice. Besides these Rajasthan has made its mark in its art and crafts with its uncomparable handicrafts.
Stage Shows In Rajasthan Rajasthan is more commonly known for its colourful and exciting Festivals and fairs. Every year thousands of Rajasthani men & women gathers in this festivals and fairs, and people from all across world come here to enjoy these exciting moments.
Theme Packages The Rajasthan tour in India is known for a rendezvous with the traditionally enriched culture. Unpack the world of adventurous camel safaris and excursions with the Rajasthan tour package.
United Nations Disaster Management Team, India is currently involved in drought assessments in the districts of Bikaner, Churu, Hanumangarh, Sikar, Jhunjhunu, Nagaur, Jaipur, Alwar, Tonk, Bundi, Kota, and Jodhpur. The aim is to identify and contact grassroots NGOs and also the district officials in order to assess the field situation and coordinate and facilitate drought management activities. Various other proposals for food-for-work programs, drought proofing, water harvesting and fodder/ grain / seed banks in collaboration with various agencies are being explored.
Cooking Classes In Rajasthan Classes held for girls and ladies. Learn hot to make different types of exotic chocolates in juts 4 days. Make you own chocolates at home. Orders also taken for different occassions.
Royal & Regal Indian Weddings In Rajasthan Celebrate your grand intimate wedding in style with all the luxuries of Regal Wedding at HRH Group Hotels. Enjoy unforgettable marriage ceremony at HRH Hotels & Resorts.
Rajasthan Venues For Conferences Rajasthan is a land of glorious historical traditions and culture, which replete with the annals of patriotism, valor and self-sacrifice. Besides these Rajasthan has made its mark in its art and crafts with its uncomparable handicrafts.
Stage Shows In Rajasthan Rajasthan is more commonly known for its colourful and exciting Festivals and fairs. Every year thousands of Rajasthani men & women gathers in this festivals and fairs, and people from all across world come here to enjoy these exciting moments.
Theme Packages The Rajasthan tour in India is known for a rendezvous with the traditionally enriched culture. Unpack the world of adventurous camel safaris and excursions with the Rajasthan tour package.
Rajasthan Destinations
Rajasthan Destinations
Destinations like Barmer, Bikaner, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, jodhpur etc in Rajasthan echo the glory of this princely state and are a living symbol of this state rich cultural diversity.Packed with history, art and culture,these destinations in Rajasthan are the treasure – trove of some exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis – standing a testimony to the imperial grandeur of Rajasthan.
Ajmer Pushkar Tour Ajmer situated in the green oasis wrapped in the barren hills has been a witness to an interesting past. The city was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century A.D.
Alwar Tour Quite contrary to its name, the Bala Quila (young fort) is one of the very few forts in Rajasthan framed before the rise of the Mughal empire. Predating the time of Pratap Singh, the fort today with its magnetic beauty, towering on a forsaken hill, dominates the town
Banswara Tour The Banswara district forms eastern part of the region known as Vagad or Vagwar. The district was formerly a princely state ruled by the Maharavals. It is said that a Bhil ruler Bansia ruled over it and Banswara was named after his name.
Jaipur Tour At last but not the least we come to the joyous destination of Jaipur. The final stop of the golden triangle tour at the capital city of Rajasthan
Rajasthan Adventure Tour The exotic landscape of Rajasthan is so diverse and challenging that it captivates numerous adventure lover to its surroundings. The terrain in Rajasthan is tailor-made for most of the adventure sports.
Rajasthan Handicrafts Rajasthan is known for articles and decorative objects made from locally obtained wood. Each region of Rajasthan has its own unique wood tradition Barmer is well known for carved furniture.
Rajasthan Museums Rajasthan is the royal state dotted with many massive forts, palaces and temples, which are popular for their architecture and design.
Rajasthan Architecture The majestic forts, intricately carved temples, and decorated havelis are part of the architectural heritage of Rajasthan.Many tourists visit Rajasthan to explore this traditional art. These Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan.
Religion & People Of Rajasthan Rajasthan is predominantly inhabited by Hindus. But Muslims, Jains, Sikhs and Christians form a fair proportion of the population.
Rajasthan Pilgrimage The People of the Rajasthan reflect the cultural spectrum that scatters its brilliance on the golden tradition of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is also home to some of the important pilgrimage centers in India and is a major pilgrimage desitnation.
Rajasthan Folk Music & Dances The music and dance of Rajasthan have a distinctive charm that binds you. Listen to some of the folk music of Rajasthan and match your steps with with folk dancers - all this during your Rajasthan vacation.
Royal Wedding In Rajasthan Marriages are made in heaven. But weddings are celebrated here on Earth. It is the fusion of traditions, emotions, enthusiasm of relations, sanctity and celebrations ciated with marriages in India that make the Indian Weddings extremely enchanting.
Royal Camp Pushkar Rajasthan Set on a large site overlooking the famous Pushkar Fair ground, the Royal Camp Pushkar is a first-class (4-star) property, owned by the prestigious Welcomheritage Group of Hotels. Designed on the patterns of luxurious safari camps
Destinations like Barmer, Bikaner, Bundi, Chittorgarh, Jaipur, jodhpur etc in Rajasthan echo the glory of this princely state and are a living symbol of this state rich cultural diversity.Packed with history, art and culture,these destinations in Rajasthan are the treasure – trove of some exquisite palaces, forts, temples and havelis – standing a testimony to the imperial grandeur of Rajasthan.
Ajmer Pushkar Tour Ajmer situated in the green oasis wrapped in the barren hills has been a witness to an interesting past. The city was founded by Raja Ajay Pal Chauhan in the 7th Century A.D.
Alwar Tour Quite contrary to its name, the Bala Quila (young fort) is one of the very few forts in Rajasthan framed before the rise of the Mughal empire. Predating the time of Pratap Singh, the fort today with its magnetic beauty, towering on a forsaken hill, dominates the town
Banswara Tour The Banswara district forms eastern part of the region known as Vagad or Vagwar. The district was formerly a princely state ruled by the Maharavals. It is said that a Bhil ruler Bansia ruled over it and Banswara was named after his name.
Jaipur Tour At last but not the least we come to the joyous destination of Jaipur. The final stop of the golden triangle tour at the capital city of Rajasthan
Rajasthan Adventure Tour The exotic landscape of Rajasthan is so diverse and challenging that it captivates numerous adventure lover to its surroundings. The terrain in Rajasthan is tailor-made for most of the adventure sports.
Rajasthan Handicrafts Rajasthan is known for articles and decorative objects made from locally obtained wood. Each region of Rajasthan has its own unique wood tradition Barmer is well known for carved furniture.
Rajasthan Museums Rajasthan is the royal state dotted with many massive forts, palaces and temples, which are popular for their architecture and design.
Rajasthan Architecture The majestic forts, intricately carved temples, and decorated havelis are part of the architectural heritage of Rajasthan.Many tourists visit Rajasthan to explore this traditional art. These Forts and Palaces of Rajasthan.
Religion & People Of Rajasthan Rajasthan is predominantly inhabited by Hindus. But Muslims, Jains, Sikhs and Christians form a fair proportion of the population.
Rajasthan Pilgrimage The People of the Rajasthan reflect the cultural spectrum that scatters its brilliance on the golden tradition of Rajasthan. Rajasthan is also home to some of the important pilgrimage centers in India and is a major pilgrimage desitnation.
Rajasthan Folk Music & Dances The music and dance of Rajasthan have a distinctive charm that binds you. Listen to some of the folk music of Rajasthan and match your steps with with folk dancers - all this during your Rajasthan vacation.
Royal Wedding In Rajasthan Marriages are made in heaven. But weddings are celebrated here on Earth. It is the fusion of traditions, emotions, enthusiasm of relations, sanctity and celebrations ciated with marriages in India that make the Indian Weddings extremely enchanting.
Royal Camp Pushkar Rajasthan Set on a large site overlooking the famous Pushkar Fair ground, the Royal Camp Pushkar is a first-class (4-star) property, owned by the prestigious Welcomheritage Group of Hotels. Designed on the patterns of luxurious safari camps
Rajasthani Garments
Rajasthani Garments
The site city Hotels of Rajasthan offers to take you on cultural tours to Rajasthan in North India and exposes you to the style of costumes and dresses that have been traditionally worn by the people of Rajasthan, North India.
Rajasthani Dhoti The most ancient recorded Indian drape (excluding the Harrapa civilisation) is a dhoti. Although Buddha is shown wearing a large mantle, his lay followers, such as Ashoka and the men and women represented on the stupa of Bharhut, wore elaborately pleated dhotis.
Baggy Jodhpurs The Jodhpurs was designed by the tailors of Jodhpur kingdom keeping in view to provide comfort to the rulers while playing horse polo, during hunting and horse riding.
Jodhpuri Suit Jodhpuri suit has been copied everywhere but the actual cut which is obtained from the body measurement of oneself is possible at Jodhpur
Rajasthani Nehru Suit Rajasthani Nehru suit brilliant article of clothing in Rajasthan.
Rajasthani Partywear Suits Rajasthani partywear suits is a three piece suit with jodhpuri neck vest and without button shirt collar jacket or coat.
Rajasthan Hunting Shirt This shirt are those shirt which one wears while hunting. It is generally worn with Jodhpurs
Jodhpuri Turbans The turbans add color to the man's costume. Some of the turbans are also called by the cloth by which it is tied, like PACHRANGI turban is made of a five different colored chunri cloth and then jari turbans are there made by the cloth of jari and silk.
Rajasthani Sherwani Rajasthani Sherwani is the most traditional of Indian garments A coat like garment, worn by men, fitted close to the body.
The site city Hotels of Rajasthan offers to take you on cultural tours to Rajasthan in North India and exposes you to the style of costumes and dresses that have been traditionally worn by the people of Rajasthan, North India.
Rajasthani Dhoti The most ancient recorded Indian drape (excluding the Harrapa civilisation) is a dhoti. Although Buddha is shown wearing a large mantle, his lay followers, such as Ashoka and the men and women represented on the stupa of Bharhut, wore elaborately pleated dhotis.
Baggy Jodhpurs The Jodhpurs was designed by the tailors of Jodhpur kingdom keeping in view to provide comfort to the rulers while playing horse polo, during hunting and horse riding.
Jodhpuri Suit Jodhpuri suit has been copied everywhere but the actual cut which is obtained from the body measurement of oneself is possible at Jodhpur
Rajasthani Nehru Suit Rajasthani Nehru suit brilliant article of clothing in Rajasthan.
Rajasthani Partywear Suits Rajasthani partywear suits is a three piece suit with jodhpuri neck vest and without button shirt collar jacket or coat.
Rajasthan Hunting Shirt This shirt are those shirt which one wears while hunting. It is generally worn with Jodhpurs
Jodhpuri Turbans The turbans add color to the man's costume. Some of the turbans are also called by the cloth by which it is tied, like PACHRANGI turban is made of a five different colored chunri cloth and then jari turbans are there made by the cloth of jari and silk.
Rajasthani Sherwani Rajasthani Sherwani is the most traditional of Indian garments A coat like garment, worn by men, fitted close to the body.
Rajasthan Travel Tips
Rajasthan Travel Tips
Rajasthan travel tips are being provided to assist you while you are in Rajasthan. These safety guidelines for Rajasthan, India will prove quite useful to you if you are planning to visit this place.
Rajasthan Airports Rajasthan has airports at Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur, while the airport at Jaisalmer opens from 1st October to 31st March.
Holidays In Rajasthan The colorful culture, costumes and customs of the people of Rajasthan are sure to catch your attention. The people clad in bright colored cloths are captivating, the fairs and festivals they celebrate are simply fantastic
Rajasthan Facts Tours to Rajasthan Rajasthan India, is bounded on the west and northwest by Pakistan, on the north and northeast by the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, on the east and southeast by the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, and on the southwest by the state of Gujarat.
Home Stays In Rajasthan Rajasthan or Rajputana , the land of Maharajas , brings alive the glory and splendor of the past where feudal maharajas ruled their individual states with absolute powers of a sovereign.
What To Wear In Rajasthan The traditional jewelry and costumes of the Rajasthan gives its people a unique identity of their own. Moreover, their colour and design are tremendously delightful and attractive.
Local Transport In Rajasthan Rajasthan has a very good network of air, roads and train. Making travelling in Rajasthan safe and less tiring. With good road conditions you can also explore the interiors of Rajasthan.
What To Eat In Rajasthan Jaipur is one of the most remarkable cities of India. This is not only because of its vibrant culture and heritage, but also because of its diverse and mouth watering cuisine.
Rajasthan Shopping Find information on shopping in Rajasthan, shopping places in Rajasthan and what items to buy in Rajasthan, India.
Best Time To Visit Rajasthan Rajasthan summers are extremely hot and dry. The day is too hot, the nights cool. It is advisable for the tourists visiting in summers to wear loose cotton clothes.
Money Exchange In Rajasthan Money exchange is not a problem these days as Indian Economy has liberalized and opened up. There are lots of money exchangers in Jaisalmer. You will find a lot of kiosks near Railway station and Bus stand but try and stick to the government authorized ones.
Electricity In Rajasthan
Rajasthan travel tips are being provided to assist you while you are in Rajasthan. These safety guidelines for Rajasthan, India will prove quite useful to you if you are planning to visit this place.
Rajasthan Airports Rajasthan has airports at Jaipur, Jodhpur and Udaipur, while the airport at Jaisalmer opens from 1st October to 31st March.
Holidays In Rajasthan The colorful culture, costumes and customs of the people of Rajasthan are sure to catch your attention. The people clad in bright colored cloths are captivating, the fairs and festivals they celebrate are simply fantastic
Rajasthan Facts Tours to Rajasthan Rajasthan India, is bounded on the west and northwest by Pakistan, on the north and northeast by the Indian states of Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh, on the east and southeast by the states of Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, and on the southwest by the state of Gujarat.
Home Stays In Rajasthan Rajasthan or Rajputana , the land of Maharajas , brings alive the glory and splendor of the past where feudal maharajas ruled their individual states with absolute powers of a sovereign.
What To Wear In Rajasthan The traditional jewelry and costumes of the Rajasthan gives its people a unique identity of their own. Moreover, their colour and design are tremendously delightful and attractive.
Local Transport In Rajasthan Rajasthan has a very good network of air, roads and train. Making travelling in Rajasthan safe and less tiring. With good road conditions you can also explore the interiors of Rajasthan.
What To Eat In Rajasthan Jaipur is one of the most remarkable cities of India. This is not only because of its vibrant culture and heritage, but also because of its diverse and mouth watering cuisine.
Rajasthan Shopping Find information on shopping in Rajasthan, shopping places in Rajasthan and what items to buy in Rajasthan, India.
Best Time To Visit Rajasthan Rajasthan summers are extremely hot and dry. The day is too hot, the nights cool. It is advisable for the tourists visiting in summers to wear loose cotton clothes.
Money Exchange In Rajasthan Money exchange is not a problem these days as Indian Economy has liberalized and opened up. There are lots of money exchangers in Jaisalmer. You will find a lot of kiosks near Railway station and Bus stand but try and stick to the government authorized ones.
Electricity In Rajasthan
This write up on electricity in Rajasthan covers voltage, electricity and current supply in Rajasthan, India.
Rajasthan Geography The state of Rajasthan borders Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the Southwest, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north, covering an area of 342,239 km². It has its capital at Jaipur.
Handling Beggars In Rajasthan If you are traveling to India, you are bound to come across beggars. Mostly you will find them begging at the red lights. Following are some tips for handling Indian beggars.
Health Precautions For Rajasthan To enjoy your Kerala travel, health precautions should be given top most priority. Like any other place in the world, Kerala also has some anti-social elements
Tourist Guides In Rajasthan The magical land set amidst the desolate desert beauty. The land synonymous with romance and chivalry.
Rajasthan Geography The state of Rajasthan borders Pakistan to the west, Gujarat to the Southwest, Madhya Pradesh to the southeast, Uttar Pradesh and Haryana to the northeast and Punjab to the north, covering an area of 342,239 km². It has its capital at Jaipur.
Handling Beggars In Rajasthan If you are traveling to India, you are bound to come across beggars. Mostly you will find them begging at the red lights. Following are some tips for handling Indian beggars.
Health Precautions For Rajasthan To enjoy your Kerala travel, health precautions should be given top most priority. Like any other place in the world, Kerala also has some anti-social elements
Tourist Guides In Rajasthan The magical land set amidst the desolate desert beauty. The land synonymous with romance and chivalry.
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