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Sariska National Park, located at a distance of around
thirty-five kilometers from the city of Alwar is a favorite
place among the tourists arriving from all parts of
the world. Known for its beautiful landscapes and vast
meadows, the national park sees thousands of tourists
coming from all across the world.
Sariska National Park in Alwar is spread over a vast
area of 800 sq. kms and the core area consists of around
480 sq kms. A home to several species of flora and fauna,
Sariska National Park is among the most coveted national
parks in Rajasthan. During ancient days, the park served
as a hunting ground for the ruler of Alwar. The rulers
of the city of Alwar were so impressed by the forests
of Sariska that they established a separate administrative
section for the maintenance of the place. A number of
guests of the rulers of Alwar visited Sariska and hunted
the fauna there. The Duke of Connaught was among the
ones who frequently visited the park for hunting. Sariska
was declared a protected area in the year 1955 and gained
the status of wildlife sanctuary in 1958. It was covered
under project tiger in 1979 and became a national park
in the year 1982.
The major vegetation in Sariska National Park in Alwar
consists of Salar, Khajoor, Dhok, Ber, Bamboo, Tendu,
Gum Karaya, Gular, Gugal, Neem and Kadam. Among the
species of animals that are found here, Leopard, Caracal,
Cheetal or Spotted Deer, Sambar Deer, Wild Pig, Nilgai
or Blue Bull, Langur, Jackal, Hyena, Porcupine, Jungle
Cat, Mongoose and Hare are the prominent ones. Partridge,
Bulbul, Parakeet, Bee Eater, Paradise Fly Catcher, Painted
Spur Fowl, Green Pigeon, Brown Fish Owl, Collared Scops
Owl, Golden Oriole, Woodpecker and Stone Curlew make
for the bird community at Sariska. A few migratory fowl
including Black Necked Storks, Painted Storks, Pelicans,
Flamingoes, Brahminy Ducks, Bar Headed Geese and Spoon
Bills can also be spotted during winter season.
The famous Sariska National Park in Alwar has a number
of tourist attractions for its visitors. Known for their
historic and religious significance, these places are
frequented by a large number of travelers. These famous
places include Pandupol, Kankwari fort and Hanuman temple.
Rajasthan and Wildlife offer online information and
booking for Sariska National Park in Alwar. For more
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