Ranthambhore Travel Guide

A tenth century fort also blends amicably with the background. Pure sands of Dhok interspersed with grasslands at the plateaus meadows in valleys and luxuriant foliage around the canals make the jungle. Three big lakes Padam Talab (meaning Lake), Malik Talab and Raj Bagh are similar turquoises studded in the vast forest that abounds with aquatic vegetation including duckweeds, lilies and lotus.

Ranthambhore is most famous for its large tiger population but tiger is not the only attraction at Ranthambhor as one can find a variety of birds including Leopard, Caracal, Hyena, Jackal, Jungle Cat, marsh Crocodiles, Wild Boar, Bears Owlets, the ubiquitous Langur (monkey) and various species of Deer.

The park gates open a half hour before sunrise and close half hour after sunset. The timings are vigorously imposed and no exceptions are made to this rule. Best staying facilities are available near the park.

Kachida Valley: This valley, which consists of many rocky outcrops and low hills, is located close to the outskirts of the park

Lakarda and Anantpura: These areas located in the North-Western and Northern regions of the park are ideal locations to visit

Raj Bagh Ruins: These ruins are located between the Padam Talao (lake) and the Raj Bagh Talao.

Padam Talao: This is the largest of the lakes present in the park. The famous and beautiful Jogi Mahal is located at the very edge of this lake.

Ranthambore Fort: This fort stands majestically atop a hill overlooking the entire park

Rajbagh Talao: This is probably the most picturesque of the three lakes. This mostly due to the ruins that can be seen along it's edges.