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Sariska National Park
Sariska National Park is a wild place in the Alwar district of Rajasthan that covers a huge area of 881 square kilometers. This park is also known as Sariska Tiger Reserve and is one of the most visited wildlife sanctuaries in India. The area of 881 sq. km comprises dry deciduous forests, scrub-thorn arid forests, grasslands, and rocky hills. Aravali Hills surround this park and it is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.
// General Information About Sariska Tiger Reserve //
| Total Area of Sariska | 881 square kilometers |
|---|---|
| Elevation | between 300 and 722 mm |
| Average Rainfall in the area | 700 mm |
| Forest type of the park | tropical, dry deciduous, thorn |
| Established | 1958 |
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Sariska National Park’s Journey
This place was a hunting ground for the royal families of Alwar in Rajasthan, it was declared a wildlife reserve in 1955. In 1958, it was declared as a wildlife sanctuary. Then in 1978, this sanctuary was given the status of tiger reserve making it a part of India’s Project Tiger. Then after a few years in 1990, the wildlife sanctuary was entitled to a national park with an area of 273.8 square kilometers. The area of the reserve has mineral resources such as copper and mining activities have taken place in the past. Then in 1991, the apex court of India banned mining activities inside the area.
Let me tell you a fact despite being a tiger reserve, in 2004, all the tigers became extinct from Sariska, and then from 2008 to 2011 World’s First Tiger Relocation took place. The tigers from Ranthambore were reintroduced to Sariska. The tiger relocation was successful in 2012 because a tigress of Sariska gave birth to 2 cubs.
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Flora and Fauna of Sariska National Park
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The area of Sarika Tiger Reserve comprises dry deciduous forests, scrub-thorn arid forests, grasslands, and rocky hills. The dominant tree in the park is Dhok, which is also known as the biological name of Anogeissus Pendula. Around 90% of the park is covered with these trees and the leaves and fruits of the Dhok tree are the major foods for the animals living here. Other than this, trees such as Palm, Pipal, Banyan, and Neem can be seen here. Flowering trees and fruit trees can also be found here such as the flame of the forest, Mango tree, Inli tree, Jamun tree, etc. Other than these, shrubs include Kair, Adusta, Jhar ber, and many more.
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With so much flora, this park is home to a lot of different herbivores such as Sambhar Deer, Spotted Deer, Nilgai, etc. Many tourists like to visit here to see the Royal Bengal Tiger, and they can be seen easily in the daytime. Other than tigers, this park is home to other fauna species such as sloth bear, Indian leopard, jungle cat, caracal, striped hyena, golden jackal, chital, Desert fox, Palm civet, crocodile, etc. This park is also home to more than 300 species of birds including peafowl, Grey partridge, Painted spurfowl, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Rufous Treepie, Golden-backed Woodpecker, Crested Serpent Eagle, Paradise flycatcher, Golden oriole, Indian pitta, etc. also migrate in large numbers.
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Interesting Places Inside Sariska
Interesting Places Kankwari Fort
This fort is also located inside Sariska National Park, it has historical significance. This place was used as a prison during the Mughal era. Now it is ruined but you should visit there as you can see great views of the surroundings from this fort.
Interesting Places Pandupol
This spot is located inside Sariska National Park and people believe that this is the spot where Lord Hanuman leaped to reach the other side of the mountain.
Interesting Places Sariska Palace
This a beautiful site that is located inside the park, it was built in the early 20th century and now is a heritage hotel. The views from this site are mesmerizing and you can take good pictures here.
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