There are five national parks in Rajasthan, each boasting unique landscapes and diverse wildlife. Let’s explore them:
- Ranthambore National Park: Home to the majestic Royal Bengal Tiger, Ranthambore is one of the largest and most renowned national parks in India. Encompassing rugged hills, dense forests, and open grasslands, it’s a haven for tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and over 300 species of birds.
- Keoladeo National Park: Formerly known as Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, this park is a paradise for birdwatchers. It’s home to over 360 species of birds, including migratory Siberian Cranes, painted storks, and darters. The park’s vast wetlands, dotted with marshes and woodlands, create a picturesque mosaic for birdlife to thrive.
- Desert National Park: Embracing the Thar Desert’s stark beauty, this park is a land of undulating sand dunes, rugged rocky outcrops, and acacia scrublands. It’s a refuge for endangered desert wildlife like the Great Indian Bustard, blackbuck antelope, and desert foxes. The park also boasts fossils dating back millions of years, offering a glimpse into Rajasthan’s prehistoric past.
- Sariska National Park: Nestled amidst the Aravalli hills, Sariska is known for its vibrant Tiger Reserve. Once the hunting ground of Maharajas, the park now shelters tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and a variety of deer species. The park’s ruins of ancient temples and forts add a touch of historical charm to its natural splendor.
- Mukundra Hills National Park: This park is a treasure trove of biodiversity, encompassing diverse habitats like dry deciduous forests, grasslands, and rocky ravines. It’s a haven for tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and over 200 species of birds. The park is also home to the endangered red-headed vulture and the elusive Indian pangolin.
These five national parks showcase Rajasthan’s rich natural heritage and commitment to conservation. They offer something for everyone, from wildlife enthusiasts to photographers to history buffs. So, pack your bags, grab your binoculars, and embark on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Rajasthan’s wild beauty!
These five national parks cover 3,947.07 square kilometers, which is 1.15% of Rajasthan’s geographical area.
Rajasthan also has 25 wildlife sanctuaries
S.No | Name of Wild Life Sanctuary | District | Area(Sq.km.) |
1 | Bandh Baratha WL Sanctuary | Bharatpur | 199.24 |
2 | Bassi WL Sanctuary | Chittorgarh | 138.69 |
3 | Bhensrodgarh WL Sanctuary | Chittorgarh | 201.4 |
4 | Darrah Game Sanctuary | Kota, Jhalawar | 239.76 |
5 | Desert WL Sanctuary | Barmer, Jaisalmer | 3,162.00 |
6 | Fulwari ki Nal WL Sanctuary | Udaipur | 511.41 |
7 | Jaisamand WL Sanctuary | Udaipur | 52.34 |
8 | Jamwa Ramgarh WL Sanctuary | Jaipur | 300 |
9 | Jawahar Sagar WL Sanctuary | Kota,Bundi,Chittorgarh | 220.09 |
10 | Keladevi WL Sanctuary | Karoli,Sawai Madhopur | 676.82 |
11 | Kesarbagh WL Sanctuary | Dholpur | 14.76 |
12 | Kumbalgarh WL Sanctuary | Udaipur,Rajsamand,Pali | 610.53 |
13 | Mount Abu WL Sanctuary | Sirohi | 326.1 |
14 | Nahargarh WL Sanctuary | Jaipur | 52.4 |
15 | National Chambal WL Sanctuary | Kota, S.Madhopur, Bundi, Dholpur, Karauli | 280 |
16 | Ramgarh Vishdhari WL Sanctuary | Bundi | 307 |
17 | Ramsagar WL Sanctuary | Dholpur | 34.4 |
18 | Sajjangarh WL Sanctuary | Udaipur | 5.19 |
19 | Sariska WL Sanctuary | Alwar | 492.29 |
19 (A) | Sariska ‘A’ WL Sanctuary | Alwar | 3.01 |
20 | Sawai Manshingh WL Sanctuary | Sawai Madhopur | 113.07 |
21 | Shergarh WL Sanctuary | Baran | 81.67 |
22 | Sitamata WL Sanctuary | Chittorgarh,Udaipur | 422.94 |
23 | Tal Chappar WL Sanctuary | Churu | 7.19 |
24 | Todagarh Rawali WLSanctuary | Ajmer,Pali,Rajsamand | 475.24 |
25 | Van Vihar WL Sanctuary | Dholpur | 25.6 |
26 | Sawai Madhopur Sanctuary | Sawai Madhopur | 131.3 |