Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary

Sariska can be defined as a place of ruggedly beautiful contrasts and untamed wildernesses. It is situated in the state of Rajasthan in the backdrop of the Aravali Hills. Earlier Sariska was the hunting reserve of the royal family of Alwar. The topography of Sariska supports scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests, rocks and grasses. Besides its rich flora nad fauna this wildlife sanctuary boasts of some exotic temples belonging to the medieval time. One can spot the ruins of the temples of the Hindu God Shiva and Garh-Rajor. A 17th-century castle on a sharp hilltop at Kanakwari provides an excellent view of Sariska's avian inhabitants in full flight.

A Walk In The Wild:
The broad range of wildlife at Sariska is a treat for an animal and nature lover. The topography of Sariska comprises of the valleys of the Aravali hill range which makes it an ideal habitat for a diverse range of animals. Sariska National Park is famous for its tigers. According to the latest available data, there are about 35 tigers there presently. Accompanying the tigers are its fellow inhabitants like jackal, hyena, panther and fox. A stroll down the sanctuary will ensure that you catch glimpses of chital, nilgai, antelope, sambhar and wild boar. If you happen to hear the melodious chirping of birds then do not be surprised because Sariska is home to gray partridges, gray partridges, peafowl, white-breasted kingfishers, crested serpent eagles and quails. The park's wild inhabitants may be spotted at the many water holes of the park.