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General Information Of Ranthambore |
- Area 1,334 sq. km (gross area)
- Altitude 500 m above sea level
- Languages Hindi, Rajasthani, English
- Best Time to Visit October- February
- STD Code 07462
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Introduction to city Ranthambore - In Rajasthan |
Ranthambore is one of the many famous destinations of the western state of
India, Rajasthan. Generally a visit to Ranthambore means a visit to the tiger
reserve here. However, the place has much more to offer you in sightseeing and
excursions. Surrounded by the Vindhya and Aravali hill ranges and located very
near to the outer fringes of the Thar Desert, Ranthambore offers you the best of
the desert land as well as plain area near the hills. Due to its proximity to
the Thar desert, the vegetation here is that of deciduous forest.
Ranthambore used to be the hunting ground of the Maharaja of Jaipur. Later it
was declared as a game sanctuary in 1955. In 1980, it was declared as a national
park and listed among the reserves protected under Project Tiger. Ranthambore is
also considered to be the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its
natural habitat. In Ranthambore you can indulge in any of the adventurous
activities that the park offers. A Jeep Safari, a cultural and traditional
experience of the Meena tribes, a night out in the many hideouts in the park are
some of the options you must not miss. |
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Sightseeing : Places to visit in destination - Ranthambore |
| There are many interesting spots for you to see in Ranthambore. The park is
regarded as the most suitable place for wildlife photography in the world. Here
you can capture the tiger in its various moods and moments. Besides the
Ranthambore Park, there are places like the Ranthambore Fort (one of
it’s kind in the entire state of Rajasthan), Jogi Mahal (the wonderful
forest guest house) and the various species of flora and fauna which are also
worth a look. While in Ranthambore you can also get the feel of local customs
and traditions of the region. A Jeep safari followed by the dinner consisting of
the region’s delicacies is an experience not to be missed |
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Excursions : Places nearby city - Ranthambore |
| To have a good idea of the place and its past, an excursion to the nearby
places of historical importance is a must. Apart from the historical witnesses
of time, these places have much more to offer to make your visit a complete one.
Sawai Madhopur village, which is the entry point to many of the nearby
important destination is one of its kind. The village is known for its many
historical monuments and related legends that you can find in these small and
big structures. Karauli is another place famous for its temples and
architectural marvels. Likewise, Bundi, Kota and Tonk are the three other
important paces to visit during your excursion. The places assume importance
because of their historical significance, many beautiful gardens, temples and
the cross cultural influence present in these places due to various invasions
and settling of a different communities here. |
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