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Sariska National Park
The
picturesque Siliserh Lake lies along the edge of the Sariska Tiger Reserve
and a charming hunting lodge overlooking it, is a marvelous place for
visitors to stay.
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.
The
Park has hides carefully located near the water holes. These afford fine
opportunities for viewing and photographing wildlife. Splendid ruins
scattered in the vicinity of Sariska give it an added interest.
The
Neelkanth temples (6th-13th century AD) are just 32
km. from the Park and the historic Kankwari Fort inside the Reserves is
where the Emperor Aurangzeb one imprisoned his brother Dara Shikoh. Splendid
palace complex built in with a 'French' pavilion and swimming pool, is now a
hotel.
General Information:
Best
Time to Visit: October to June.
Nearest Town: Alwar (21 km)
How
to Get Here:
Air: Jaipur (108 km)
Rail:Alwar (21
km)