Ranthambore
Wildlife Ranthambhore, in the state of Rajasthan, is
one of the smallest Project Tiger reserves. It's name comes from the vast
fort that stands in the middle of the forest. The name Ranthambore is
derived from two hills in the area, Ran and Thanbhor. Another version says
that Ranthambhore was once called Rana Stambhapura or City of the Pillars of
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Sariska
Wildlife The dry Deciduous forests of the ancient
Aravalli range, are excellent tiger country and Sariska, was once the royal
reserve of the rulers of Alwa''. Declared a sanctuary in 1955, it became a
Tiger Reserve in 1979 under Project Tiger 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.
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Corbett
Wildlife Nestling in the foothills of the Himalayas,
the Corbett National Park extends over an area of 520.82sq.km. Varied
topography and vegetation gives Corbett a rich diversity in habitats and
natural beauty. Flat valleys are interspersed with hilly ridges and the
Park's rolling grasslands known as the Chaurs provide visitors with an
excellent view of its inhabitants.
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Bandhavgarh
Wildlife This is a small National Park; compact, yet
full of game. The density of the tiger population at Bandhavgarh is the
highest known in India. This is also white Tiger country. These have been
found in the old state of Rewa for many years. The last known was captured
by maharaja Martand Singh in 1951 . This White tiger , Mohun, is now stuffed
and on display in the Palace of the Mahrahahs of Rewa.
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Kanha
Wildlife The Kanha National Park, in Madhya Pradesh,
forms the core of the Kanha Tiger Reserve created in 1974, under Project
Tiger. Stretching over 940 sq km, the vegetation, chiefly made of sal and
bamboo forests, grasslands and streams, this park is the sole habitat of the
rare hardground barasingha.
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Pench
Wildlife The Pench National Park on the border of
Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra has been known through the ages for its rich
flora and fauna. Many writers like Captain Forsyth, A.A.D. Brander, R.A.
Strendale, and Rudyard Kipling have all mentioned Pench in their books as
the place with rich and beautiful flora and fauna.
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Panna
Wildlife Situated in the central Indian state of
Madhya Pradesh at a distance of around 57 km from Khajuraho is the Panna
National Park. The region, which is famous for its diamonds, is also home to
some of the best wildlife species in India and is one of the better Tiger
Reserves in the country. The park is known worldwide for its wild cats,
including tigers as well as deer and antelope. Due to its closeness to one
of the best-known Indian tourist attraction in India, Khajuraho, the park
has the potential of becoming a major tourist attraction.
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Bharatpur
Wildlife A paradise for the avian world, and the
pilgrimage for the bird lovers, it was known as the best duck shooting
resort in the British empire. But was declared a reserve for birds in 1956
and later upgraded to National Park. UNESCO has listed it as a world
heritage site. The geographical location is ideal as it is on the main
North-South avian route of India. Although small in size, 29 sq km. Only, it
boasts to house more than 375 species of beautiful birds, and more than 132
of them breed inside the Keoladeo Ghana National Park and nearly every year
new ones are added to the list.
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