Ranthambore Travel
Area : 392 sq. kms
Main Languages : Hindi and Rajasthani
Location
: Ranthambore is located in the western Indian state of Rajasthan. The
town known for its Tiger Reserve is situated at a distance of 11 kms from
Sawai Madhopur, 145 kms from Jaipur and 380 kms from Delhi.
Climate : Ranthambore has an extreme desert climate, having dry and hot summers and chilly winters. The temperature in summers (April to June), reaches to a maximum of 40ºC. In winters (October to March) days are sunny but night temperature can be pretty low. Monsoon arrives in the town in July and continues by mid- September.
Best Time to Travel : The best time to travel Ranthambore is between September and March.
Main Languages : Hindi and Rajasthani
Location
: Ranthambore is located in the western Indian state of Rajasthan. The
town known for its Tiger Reserve is situated at a distance of 11 kms from
Sawai Madhopur, 145 kms from Jaipur and 380 kms from Delhi. Climate : Ranthambore has an extreme desert climate, having dry and hot summers and chilly winters. The temperature in summers (April to June), reaches to a maximum of 40ºC. In winters (October to March) days are sunny but night temperature can be pretty low. Monsoon arrives in the town in July and continues by mid- September.
Best Time to Travel : The best time to travel Ranthambore is between September and March.
Ranthambore - Wildlife At Its Best
Ranthambore, one of the most famous tourist destinations in Rajasthan, is renowned for its Tiger Reserve. Located very close to the outer fringes of the Thar Desert, Ranthambore is surrounded by the majestic Vindhya and Aravalli hills. Due to its very location, Ranthambore possesses the treasure of mysterious desert lands and the plain area near the hills. Bounded by the rivers Chambal, in the south, and Banas, in the north, the vegetation of the area mainly comprises of deciduous forests. Ranthambore used to be the hunting ground of the erstwhile Maharaja of Jaipur. In the year 1955, Ranthambore was declared a game sanctuary and became a national park in 1980. Ranthambore was also listed among the protected reserves under the Project Tiger. Considered as the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat, Ranthambore offers adventure activities as well. Some of the good adventure options include Jeep safari, a cultural and traditional experience of the Meena tribes and a night out in the hideouts of the park.
Travel Attractions of Ranthambore
Ranthambore
National Park : The park which provided recognition to Ranthambore, is a
haven for wild animals. The park boasts of tiger, leopard, caracal, striped
hyena, sloth bear, jungle cat, wild boar, crocodile and over 300 species of
birds. One can go for park rides, Jeep safaris, elephant safaris, camel
rides, bird watching excursions etc.
Ranthambore Fort : Built in 994, the well-preserved imposing fort is perched atop a steep high creek 200 m above sea level. Rantambore's royal past manifests itself in ruined walls, pavilions, chhatris and splendid monuments within the massive fort. The fort offers breathtaking views of the Lake Padam Talab and the nearby areas.
Ganesh Chaturthi : Perched on the Ranthambore Fort, there is an 8th century temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Thousands of devotees gather at the temple in August/ September to commemorate Lord Ganesha's birthday.
Excursions
Sawai
Madhopur : Situated 11 kms away from Ranthambore, Sawai Madhopur village
is the entry point to the national park. Once the major centre of the Rajpur
rulers, Sawai Madhopur is famous for its historical monuments and related
legends.
Karauli : Founded in 1348 A.D, Karauli is known for its magnificent temples and architectural jewels. Karauli houses a famous historical monument, which has red sandstone walls, bastions, peripheral wall, six gates and eleven posters.
Bundi : The place renowned for its splendid monuments and massive fort is 66 Kms from Ranthambore. Major attractions of Bundi include the Taragarh fort (built in 1354), Bundi Palace, the Bhim Burj and a huge water reservoir.
How to Reach
By Air : Jaipur Airport is the nearest airport, which is located at a distance of 140 kms from Ranthambore. Domestic flights are availbale from Jaipur to importnant towns and cities of India.
By Rail : Sawai Madhopur (11 kms) is the major rail head near Ranthambore. The station is connected by regular trains from the cities of Rajasthan and India.
By Road : Ranthambore is connected by good roads with towns and cities of Rajasthan. Buses of Rajasthan Tourims Department and many private operators ply to Ranthambore.
Ranthambore, one of the most famous tourist destinations in Rajasthan, is renowned for its Tiger Reserve. Located very close to the outer fringes of the Thar Desert, Ranthambore is surrounded by the majestic Vindhya and Aravalli hills. Due to its very location, Ranthambore possesses the treasure of mysterious desert lands and the plain area near the hills. Bounded by the rivers Chambal, in the south, and Banas, in the north, the vegetation of the area mainly comprises of deciduous forests. Ranthambore used to be the hunting ground of the erstwhile Maharaja of Jaipur. In the year 1955, Ranthambore was declared a game sanctuary and became a national park in 1980. Ranthambore was also listed among the protected reserves under the Project Tiger. Considered as the best place in the world to photograph the tiger in its natural habitat, Ranthambore offers adventure activities as well. Some of the good adventure options include Jeep safari, a cultural and traditional experience of the Meena tribes and a night out in the hideouts of the park.
Travel Attractions of Ranthambore
Ranthambore
National Park : The park which provided recognition to Ranthambore, is a
haven for wild animals. The park boasts of tiger, leopard, caracal, striped
hyena, sloth bear, jungle cat, wild boar, crocodile and over 300 species of
birds. One can go for park rides, Jeep safaris, elephant safaris, camel
rides, bird watching excursions etc.Ranthambore Fort : Built in 994, the well-preserved imposing fort is perched atop a steep high creek 200 m above sea level. Rantambore's royal past manifests itself in ruined walls, pavilions, chhatris and splendid monuments within the massive fort. The fort offers breathtaking views of the Lake Padam Talab and the nearby areas.
Ganesh Chaturthi : Perched on the Ranthambore Fort, there is an 8th century temple dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Thousands of devotees gather at the temple in August/ September to commemorate Lord Ganesha's birthday.
Excursions
Sawai
Madhopur : Situated 11 kms away from Ranthambore, Sawai Madhopur village
is the entry point to the national park. Once the major centre of the Rajpur
rulers, Sawai Madhopur is famous for its historical monuments and related
legends. Karauli : Founded in 1348 A.D, Karauli is known for its magnificent temples and architectural jewels. Karauli houses a famous historical monument, which has red sandstone walls, bastions, peripheral wall, six gates and eleven posters.
Bundi : The place renowned for its splendid monuments and massive fort is 66 Kms from Ranthambore. Major attractions of Bundi include the Taragarh fort (built in 1354), Bundi Palace, the Bhim Burj and a huge water reservoir.
How to Reach
By Air : Jaipur Airport is the nearest airport, which is located at a distance of 140 kms from Ranthambore. Domestic flights are availbale from Jaipur to importnant towns and cities of India.
By Rail : Sawai Madhopur (11 kms) is the major rail head near Ranthambore. The station is connected by regular trains from the cities of Rajasthan and India.
By Road : Ranthambore is connected by good roads with towns and cities of Rajasthan. Buses of Rajasthan Tourims Department and many private operators ply to Ranthambore.




