If you are a wildlife enthusiast, then exploring Ranthambore is one of the places that you must not miss. It is known for its rustic charm, majestic tigers, ancient forts and temples, beautiful lakes and unique flora and fauna. Desert safari, bird watching, exploring the ruins of the ancient forts are some of the best things to do in Ranthambore. You can book your Ranthambore packages through the website of Chetram Holidays and explore this beautiful wildlife in Rajasthan.
Ranthambore National Park
The primary attraction and the most suitable place in India to observe the tigers in the wild is the Ranthambore National Park. The forest consists of lakes, hills, open grasslands, and jungle that make the ideal habitat of animals. On a jeep safari, one can see tigers, leopards, deer, crocodiles, wild boars and a lot of beautiful birds. The park has been partitioned into various areas each of which has a different landscape. Animals can be seen best in early afternoon and early morning safaris. The tranquility of the environment renders all safaris to be unique and thrilling.
Ranthambore Fort
The Ranthambore Fort is a massive hilltop building which gives beautiful sceneries of the whole forest beneath. It was constructed several centuries ago and has temples, gates, stone walls, and old pathways that make you remember its royal history. The path leading to the fort is a good one and monkeys, birds and langurs are regularly visible on the path. At the summit, one can notice lakes, forests, and green valleys. The fort is a UNESCO World Heritage and a significant historical site of Ranthambore. It is the ideal blend of nature and heritage with a visit to it.
Padam Talao Lake
The largest lake within Ranthambore National Park is Padam Talao which is famous because of its serene beauty. It is a very good place to take photographs of animals, especially at the time of the safari when the animals are seen drinking water close to the lake. The lake particularly appears beautiful in the mornings when the low-lying sun is reflected on the water. Here migratory birds, spotted deer, and crocodiles may be seen frequently. There is the renowned Jogi Mahal, which is located close to the lake and it offers a beauty to the environment. Padam Talao is a tranquil place, which demonstrates the beauty of the natural environment of Ranthambore.
Jogi Mahal
Jogi Mahal is a popular site that is situated along Padam Talao. In the past, it was employed as a royal guests and forest officers rest house. To-day it is a thing of admiration to visitors as they go to the park. The structure of the building is very simple yet beautiful but encircled by large banyan trees. There is an Indian banyan tree that is among the oldest and this makes the place even more beautiful, and it is located beside Jogi Mahal. It is an excellent destination to the national park by nature lovers of the peaceful sites, lake views, and greenery.
Trinetra Ganesh Temple
Within the city of Ranthambore Fort is the Trinetra Ganesh Temple, which is currently among the oldest and most crucial Ganesh temples within the area. The temple is famous because of its idol of Lord Ganesh having three eyes. There are a lot of individuals who visit the place to get blessed particularly when venturing into new businesses. There are never ceasing prayers, bells and local visitors in the temple. You are afforded broad panoramic views of the forest and hills out of the temple area. The hiking to the temple is refreshing and full of natural beauty and is therefore a spiritual and scenic experience.
Rajbagh Ruins
Very beautiful remnants of ancient palaces, arches and stone structures are found in the park in the form of Rajbagh Ruins. These ruins are located at the location of Rajbagh Lake, thus depicting a breathtaking view. During the safaris, tigers are usually spotted meandering around the ruins hence making the locality even more thrilling. It is the combination of history, water bodies and wildlife that make the region possess a certain mystery and charm. The half-broken walls, stone arches and old royal touches make Rajbagh one of the best photographed places in the Ranthambore National Park.
Malik Talao
The park has a small lake called Malik Talao though it is beautiful. It has crocodiles that can be seen lying on the shores of the lake. The water body has large numbers of birds, and this is an ideal place to watch birds. Deer and sambars also visit this place to drink water, which gives tourists an opportunity of close viewing wildlife. During the day, the lake is calm, and the sounds of birds and leaves rustling are heard. Malik Talao is a very easy to visit natural beauty and a memorable location to tour on a safari.
Rajiv Gandhi Regional Museum of Natural History
This museum is situated close to Ranthambore and it is ideal when an individual wants to know more about animals, plants and the ecosystem of Rajasthan. The museum exhibits regarding forests, wildlife, minerals and local tribes. It is enjoyable to children and adults with the help of models, photographs and interactive exhibits. It further shows the survival of animals in the wild and the importance of conservation. The museum house is contemporary and is surrounded by greene and it has a serene atmosphere. Going there will enable you to get to know Ranthambore not only as a safari but also with more.
Lakarda and Anantpura Area
Areas of forest that are known to have the hyena species include Lakarda and Anantpura. These regions do not come under the normal safari paths and this makes them more natural and quiet. At times, striped hyenas, jungle cats, porcupines and sloth bears may be observed here. This is dense with forest and makes the scenery look mysterious and adventurous. This location is of great interest to people who are interested in wildlife observation or photography of nature. Such a quiet road and natural noises as well as the fact that wild animals can be seen here frequently make this area of Ranthambore surroundings something special.
Kachida Valley
Kachida Valley is a picturesque region, which is full of low hills, rocks, and thick plants. Leopard sighting is common in this area since leopards would want to remain in less noisy areas of the park without tigers. The topography of the valley is rocky with long expanses of greenery that result in a beautiful place to visit during safaris. Here sloth bears are also occasionally met with. The terrain is not similar to the rest of the park and this provides diversity in the wildlife safari. Kachida Valley is serene and wild and ideal to take pictures.
