The ‘Queen of Hill Stations’ as it is lovingly called; Shimla is the capital city of Himachal Pradesh in Northern India. Dating back to the 18th Century, Shimla was first under the Rule of Nepal and was then taken over by the British East India Company. Since 1864, Shimla held the prestigious title of ‘Summer Capital of British India’ right …
Kuwalji Region
Lying towards the south western region of Ranthambore, Kuwalji is located between a hilly region marked by the confluence of the Aravali and the Vindhyas. The region is actually a buffer zone for Ranthambore and is one of the best places for photographing the Bengal Tiger. Recently, Kuwalji has been incorporated in the park and has been assigned as Zone …
Lakarda and Anantpura Region
Located in the northern regions of the park, the Lakarda and Anantpura regions are known for their teeming population of Sloth bears. The anthills in the region make for the Sloth bear’s favourite food and one can often see a lone bear digging the anthills or honeycombs for food. Although Ranthambore is more famous for its high number of tigers, …
Bakula Region
The deepest forests of Ranthambore mostly lie in the Bakula Region. The area not only features the most dense forests but also several waterholes and pools that remain a prime area for wildlife activity. As the region is covered by dense tropical shrubs and is well fed with water, it is one of the best places to capture the majestic …
Kachida Valley
The region is known for the high numbers of Panthers that it houses. Kachida Valley is located at the outskirts of Ranthambore and features several small hillocks and a picturesque rocky terrain. The region is the main stronghold of leopards in the area who gather here to avoid any conflicts with the teeming population of Tigers in Ranthambore. Tigers can …
Malik Lake (a.k.a. Malik Talao)
Malik Lake is the smallest of the lakes in Ranthambore, but is immensely popular for the frequent views of wildlife that are offered here. Despite of its small size the banks are often teeming with several wild animals and birds. The Indian Marsh Crocodiles or Mugger can also be found here so one must approach the banks with extreme caution. …
Rajbagh Lake (a.k.a. Rajbagh Talao)
Despite of being a large pond, the Rajbagh Lake is more of an archaeological gem. The lake is named after the ruins of the Rajbagh fort complex which is located at its banks. Although the grand arches and outhouses lie in a dilapidated condition, the surrounding nature has beautified the deserted buildings with creepers and vines that make it an …
Jogi Mahal
Built as a hunter’s lodge during the reign of the Maharajas of Jaipur, Jogi Mahal is located at the banks of the picturesque Padam Lake. After the park was declared a wildlife reserve, the building was converted to a rest house to accommodate visitors. Although it is only used by the forest department now, it is essential to give it …
Padam Lake (a.k.a. Padam Talao)
The semi-arid forests of Ranthambore are also famous for its several waterholes and small lakes which are great places to get a close view of the wildlife. Padam Talao is the largest of the water bodies in the park and is often called a lake. The place is majestic and if visited at the right season can be a haven …
Ranthambore National Park – A Complete Guide
Noted among the largest protected wildlife reserves in Northern India, Ranthambore National Park or simply Ranthambore is located in Sawai Madhopur district in the royal state of Rajasthan. The reserve forests were named after the eponymous ‘Ranthambore Fort’, which is located within the forest atop a hill. Boundby the Banas and Chambal Rivers of Rajasthan on two sides, Ranthambore is …