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The Sariska
wildlife sanctuary, which is spread over an
area of 800 square kilometers, lies in the
Aravalli hills. Recently in news for its tiger
reserve, the Sariska sanctuary also nests
a variety of birds. Within the sanctuary,
there is a large Siliserh lake and ruins of
medieval monuments, which are add on to its
beauty. Declared as a National park in 1979,
the Sariska National park in Rajasthan presents
a vivid picture of the wildlife before is
on lookers. The park is toured by a jeep or
a lorry. The tour is accompanied by a guide.
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. |
| Best
time to Visit – Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary |
| This
Sanctuary is a wildlife enthusiast and photographer's
dream. It offers excellent accommodation and
internal transportation facilities. Visitors
can visit Sariska wildlife sanctuary throughout
the Year; still the beast period is during
the months of October to June. |
| Wild
Attractions in Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary |
| The Sariska National
park is rich in both- flora and fauna. One
can find an abundance of species such as Tigers,
Monkeys, Ambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha,
Wild Boar and Langur. Besides, the flora of
the sanctuary which includes Peafowl, Grey
Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie,
Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent
Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl can
be a treasured moment for the tourists. |
Flora
- The Sariska National Park offers
a natural habitat centre to the different
species of birds. A number of migratory birds
visit the sanctuary annually. Besides, the
resident birds, which can be commonly sighted
are Oriental White-eye, Small Buttonquail,
Black Ibis, Lesser Whitethroat, Eurasian Spoonbill,
Barn Owl, Common Hoopoe, Jungle Babbler, Tawny-bellied
Babbler, Inornate Warbler, Common Tailorbird,
Greenish Warbler, Asian Pied Starling, Common
Myna, Brahminy Starling, Chestnut-tailed Starling,
Mottled Wood Owl, Tufted Duck, White-rumped
Vulture, Pariah Kite, Griffon Vulture, Shikra,
Eurasian Sparrow hawk, Singing Bushlark, Darter,
House Swift and other birds.
Fauna - The Sariska wildlife sanctuary has
a wide range of Tigers, Leopards, Wild Dogs,
Nilgai, Wild-boar, Fox, Gaur, Sambar, Chital,
Hyena and four horned Antelope. Though the
tigers in Sariska are the most endangered
species, they can be seen roaming freely in
the park. |
| Other
Attractions in Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary |
| Magnificent
ruins peppered around the neighbourhood of
Sariska add to the region's fascination. Sariska
is dotted with places of historical and religious
interest, including - |
Shiva
Temples - The ruins of the temples
of the Hindu lord Shiva, which dates back
to the 6th century CE, provides a picturesque
sight to the tourists.
Kankwari Fort - The Kankwari
fort, where the Indian emperor Aurangzed had
imprisoned his brother Dara Shikoh, is an
important historic site in the Sariska National
park.
The Palace - Once the palace
of the royal Maharajas of Alwar, the Sariska
palace attracts the tourist in the form of
a huge hotel. |
| How
to reach |
| Sariska
Wildlife Sanctuary can be easily accessible
through air, train or bus. |
By
Air: Jaipur is the nearest airport
from Sariska at a distance 107-kms.
By
Rail: The nearest railway station
is at Alwar (37-kms).
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. |
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So, what are you waiting for..?
Just, pack your bags and enjoy
the adventure and the excitement, you seek.
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