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This park is situated only 200 km from Delhi and 107 kms
from Jaipur. Although larger than Ranthambor, it is less
commercialised and has less tigers but a similar topography.
It covers an area of 800 sq km in total, with a core area
of approximately 500 sq km. The Northern Aravali Hills
dominate the skyline with their mixture of sharp cliffs
and long narrow valleys. The area was declared a sanctuary
in 1955 and became a National Park in 1979.
The landscape of Sariska comprises of hills and narrow
valleys of the Aravali hill range. The topography of Sariska
supports scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests,
rocks and grasses. The broad range of wildlife here is
a wonderful example of ecological adoption and tolerance,
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It is located in the contemporary Alwar district
and is the legacy of the Maharajas of Alwar. Pavilions
and Temples within Sariska are ruins that hint at
past riches and glory. The nearby Kankwadi Fort
has a long and turbulent history.
In morning and evening, wildlife in Sariska heads
towards the many water holes, which litter the park,
thus providing the guests with their best chance
of viewing game. At some of these watering holes
it is possible to book hides which are situated
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The park is home to numerous carnivores including
Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Civets Hyena,
Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on species such
as Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild
Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known
for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys,
which are found around Talvriksh.
The avian world is also well represented with
Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand
Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed Woodpecker,
crested Serpent Eagle and The Great Indian
horned Owl.
The park is open almost whole year-round,
but for wildlife viewing and your comfort
it is best to visit from October to April.
Safaris are provided by jeep.
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