Sariska National Park - सरिस्का राष्ट्रीय उद्यान
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Probably the most visited park in India, Sariska was also a hunting reserve previously just like other national parks in India. The reserve was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1958 and came under the "Project Tiger" as a tiger reserve in 1979.
Sariska National Park lies nestled in the Aravali Hill ranges of Rajasthan. One of the most popular national parks of India, Sariska falls under the Alwar district. Once the hunting reserve of the royal family of Alwar, Sariska was declared as a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1958. In the year 1979, it came under the 'Project Tiger' and was declared as a tiger reserve as well as a national park. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary of India is established over an area of 800 Sq km, out of which 480 Sq km makes up the core area.
The sanctuary remains open throughout the year and the only restrictions laid on visit are during the off-season period. During this period also, only the entry into the jungle routes is regulated. However, the main road remains open the year round. The best time to visit Sariska Tiger Reserve of Rajasthan is during the months of November to June.
The picturesque Siliserh Lake lies along the edge of the Sariska Tiger Reserve and a charming hunting lodge overlooking marvellous place for visitors to stay. The dry Herds of sambar, chital, nilgai and sounders of wild boar - the prey population for predators like the tiger and leopard, roam the 765.80 sq. km. Reserve. Other carnivores include the hyena, jungle cat, and caracal. Interestingly enough, the dhole or wild dog has been sighted in the Park only in the last few years. The Park has hides carefully located near the water holes. These afford fine opportunities for viewing and photographing wildlife. Splendid ruins scattered in the vicinity of Sariska give it an added interest. The Neelkanth temples (6th-l3th century AD) are just 32 km. from the Park and the historic Kankwari Fort inside the Reserve, is where the Emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned his brother Dara Shikoh. A splendid palace complex built in 1902, with a 'French' pavilion and swimming pool, is now a hotel.
The park was set up in 1982 in the district of Alwar covering an area of 274 Sq.km. The nearest town and the rail head is Alwar at a distance of 36 km from the park, Jaipur is the nearest airport at a distance of 110 km.
The tract of the park is mainly hilly with two plateaus. The forests are dominated by dhok.
The fauna of the park comprise tiger, leopard, panther, wild boar, hyena, jungle cat, civet, four horned antelope, sambar, cheetah, ratel, caracal, chinkara, nilagi, partridges, green pigeon and pea fowl.
The park can be visited round the year except in July, August, and September. It has rest houses.
A 17th century castle on a sharp hilltop at Kankwari, provides a panoramic view of flying Egyptian vultures and eagles. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and became a National Park in 1979.
Sariska National Park lies in the Aravalli hills and is the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Alwar. Sariska itself is a wide valley with two large plateaus and is dotted with places of historical and religious interest, including the ruins of the Kankwari Fort, the 10th century Neelkanth temples, the Budha Hanumab Temple near Pandupol, the Bharthari Temple near the park office, and the hot and cold springs of Taalvriksh. The large Siliserh Lake is at the north-eastern corner. The forests are dry deciduous, with trees of Dhak, Acacia, Ber and Salar. The Tigers of Sariska are largely nocturnal and are not as easily seen as those of Ranthambhor. The park also has good populations of Nilgai, Sambar and Chital. In the evenings, Indian Porcupine, Striped Hyaena, Indian Palm Civet and even Leopard are sometimes seen. The forests are lush during and immediately following the monsoon, but during the dry months of February May there is a shortage of water and in consequence mammals are attracted to water holes. At this time of year visibility is good because of the sparse foliage. Sariska is excellent for birdwatching and has an unusually large population of Indian Peafowl.
The avian world is also well represented with a rich and varied birdlife. These include Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl.
Sariska Tiger Haven - IWPL26
Nearest town : Alwar (21 km)
Total Area : 800 Sq km
Core Area : 480 Sq km
Coverage Area : 765.80 Sq km.
Established In : 1958 as a sanctuary, 1979 as a tiger reserve,
1982 as a national park.
Tiger Reserve : 1979
Best time to visit : Open year round, the best period being November-April, especially March-April.
Nearest Access : Alwar (37 km)
How to get there : Rail-Alwar (21 km) Air-Jaipur (108 km) .
Main Attractions : Tigers, Leopards, Wild Boars, Hyenas, etc
Sariska National Park lies nestled in the Aravali Hill ranges of Rajasthan. One of the most popular national parks of India, Sariska falls under the Alwar district. Once the hunting reserve of the royal family of Alwar, Sariska was declared as a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1958. In the year 1979, it came under the 'Project Tiger' and was declared as a tiger reserve as well as a national park. Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary of India is established over an area of 800 Sq km, out of which 480 Sq km makes up the core area.
The sanctuary remains open throughout the year and the only restrictions laid on visit are during the off-season period. During this period also, only the entry into the jungle routes is regulated. However, the main road remains open the year round. The best time to visit Sariska Tiger Reserve of Rajasthan is during the months of November to June.
The picturesque Siliserh Lake lies along the edge of the Sariska Tiger Reserve and a charming hunting lodge overlooking marvellous place for visitors to stay. The dry Herds of sambar, chital, nilgai and sounders of wild boar - the prey population for predators like the tiger and leopard, roam the 765.80 sq. km. Reserve. Other carnivores include the hyena, jungle cat, and caracal. Interestingly enough, the dhole or wild dog has been sighted in the Park only in the last few years. The Park has hides carefully located near the water holes. These afford fine opportunities for viewing and photographing wildlife. Splendid ruins scattered in the vicinity of Sariska give it an added interest. The Neelkanth temples (6th-l3th century AD) are just 32 km. from the Park and the historic Kankwari Fort inside the Reserve, is where the Emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned his brother Dara Shikoh. A splendid palace complex built in 1902, with a 'French' pavilion and swimming pool, is now a hotel.
The park was set up in 1982 in the district of Alwar covering an area of 274 Sq.km. The nearest town and the rail head is Alwar at a distance of 36 km from the park, Jaipur is the nearest airport at a distance of 110 km.
The tract of the park is mainly hilly with two plateaus. The forests are dominated by dhok.
The fauna of the park comprise tiger, leopard, panther, wild boar, hyena, jungle cat, civet, four horned antelope, sambar, cheetah, ratel, caracal, chinkara, nilagi, partridges, green pigeon and pea fowl.
The park can be visited round the year except in July, August, and September. It has rest houses.
About Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary
Sharp cliffs of hills and narrow valleys of the Aravallis dominate the landscape of Sariska, whose forests are dry and deciduous. Within the Sariska wildlife sanctuary there are the ruins of medieval temples of Garh-Rajor, belonging to the 10th and 11th centuries.A 17th century castle on a sharp hilltop at Kankwari, provides a panoramic view of flying Egyptian vultures and eagles. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955 and became a National Park in 1979.
Sariska National Park lies in the Aravalli hills and is the former hunting preserve of the Maharaja of Alwar. Sariska itself is a wide valley with two large plateaus and is dotted with places of historical and religious interest, including the ruins of the Kankwari Fort, the 10th century Neelkanth temples, the Budha Hanumab Temple near Pandupol, the Bharthari Temple near the park office, and the hot and cold springs of Taalvriksh. The large Siliserh Lake is at the north-eastern corner. The forests are dry deciduous, with trees of Dhak, Acacia, Ber and Salar. The Tigers of Sariska are largely nocturnal and are not as easily seen as those of Ranthambhor. The park also has good populations of Nilgai, Sambar and Chital. In the evenings, Indian Porcupine, Striped Hyaena, Indian Palm Civet and even Leopard are sometimes seen. The forests are lush during and immediately following the monsoon, but during the dry months of February May there is a shortage of water and in consequence mammals are attracted to water holes. At this time of year visibility is good because of the sparse foliage. Sariska is excellent for birdwatching and has an unusually large population of Indian Peafowl.
Flora
Rising and falling hills dominate the landscape of Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary of India. The small lake, lying to the left of the main road, dries up in summers. The trees present in the sanctuary are mostly of the dry deciduous type, such as Dhok, Khair, Tendu, Ber, Surwal and Goria. The landscape of Sariska National Park of India changes to quite an extent as the season changes.Wildlife
Sariska Tiger Reserve of India serves as the natural habitat to a large population of wild animals. The most popular amongst them are Tigers, Leopards, Wild Boars, Hyenas, Wild Dogs, Jungle Cats, Jackals, Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chausingha and Langurs. The sanctuary is also renowned for housing significant population of Rhesus Monkeys.Bird Species
The common bird species that inhabit Sariska National Park of India are Peafowl, Sunbirds, Quails, Spur Fowls, Red Jungle Fowl, Tree Pies, Crested Serpent Eagles, Sangrouse, White Breasted Kingfishers, Parakeets, Golden Backed Woodpeckers, Partridges, Great Indian Horned Owls, Drongos, Vultures, etc.Major Wildlife Attractions
The Sariska park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on an abundance of prey species such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found in large numbers around Talvriksh.The avian world is also well represented with a rich and varied birdlife. These include Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl.
Other Attractions in Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary
The Kankwari Fort
Among the historic landmarks located within the Sariska national park, includes the Kankwari For, where, Emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned his brother, Dara Shikoh.The Ancient Shiva Temples
Within the area of the Sariska tiger sanctuary, Neelkanth temples, that dates back to the 6th-13th century AD, now in ruins, afford a wonderful sight to the visitors.The Palace
Sariska was known as the royal reserve of the rulers of Alwar. This palace built by the Maharajas of Alwar, has now been converted into a hotel.Best Time to Visit Sariska Tiger Reserve
Visitors can visit Sariska wildlife sanctuary throughout the tear, still the beast period is during the months of October to June.How to Reach
Access
The nearest airport is at Jaipur (115 km 3 hours ) and the nearest railway station is at Alwar (36 km). The drive from Delhi takes 5-6 hours.By Air
Jaipur is the nearest airport from Sariska at a distance 107 km.By Rail
The nearest railway station from the park is situated at Alwar 37 km.By Road
Sariska is well connected with Alwar by road. Sariska wildlife sanctuary is situated off the Delhi-Alwar-Jaipur Road. Jaipur is located at a distance of 107-kms and Delhi at 200-kms from Sariska. Sariska is well connected with Alwar, which is further directly connected with bus services from Delhi and Jaipur.Accommodation
Tiger Den (RTDC); Hotel Lake Palace (RTDC), Siliserh; Sariska Palace Hotel (Heritage Hotel); Forest Rest House.Lodges & Resorts in Sariska Wildlife Sanctaury
Sariska Palace - IWPL25Sariska Tiger Haven - IWPL26
General Information
Location: 37 km Alwar district of Rajasthan, IndiaNearest town : Alwar (21 km)
Total Area : 800 Sq km
Core Area : 480 Sq km
Coverage Area : 765.80 Sq km.
Established In : 1958 as a sanctuary, 1979 as a tiger reserve,
1982 as a national park.
Tiger Reserve : 1979
Best time to visit : Open year round, the best period being November-April, especially March-April.
Nearest Access : Alwar (37 km)
How to get there : Rail-Alwar (21 km) Air-Jaipur (108 km) .
Main Attractions : Tigers, Leopards, Wild Boars, Hyenas, etc
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