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Sariska Wildlife Santuary
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Location :
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37-kms From Alwar,
Rajasthan |
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Nearest Access :
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Alwar (37-kms) |
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Main Wildlife Found
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Tigers, Leopards, Wild
Dogs |
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Coverage Area :
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765.80-sq-kms. |
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.
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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.
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How to Get there
Air : Jaipur is the nearest airport from
Sariska at a distance 107-kms.
Rail : The nearest railway station is at
Alwar (37-kms).
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.
General Info / Tips
Jeep Safari : The best way to visit the
Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary is by jeep and these can be arranged at
the Forest Reception Office on Jaipur Road. Booking a `hide',
overlooking one of the water holes, can provide an excellent
opportunity for wildlife viewing and wildlife photography within
the Sariska Sanctuary.
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