Preface
Declared a sanctuary in 1955 and later a
National park in 1979, Sariska Wildlife
sanctuary is marked with dry deciduous
forests.The landscape is dominated with sharp
cliffs of hills and narrow valleys of the
Aravallis. The ruins of medieval temples of
Garh-Rajor, belonging to the 10th and 11th
centuries are evident in the Sariska Wildlife
Sanctuary
A 17th century castle on a sharp hilltop at
Kankwari, provides a panoramic view of flying
Egyptian vultures and eagles.
Fauna
Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal,
and Tiger. form the wild wealth of the Sariska
park These feed on an abundance of prey species
such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild
Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for
its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which
are found in large numbers around Talvriksh.
The avian world is also well represented with a
rich and varied birdlife. These include Peafowl,
Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree
Pie, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent
Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl.
Bonus Attractions
The Kankwari Fort : Kankwari Fort, where,
Emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned his brother,
Dara Shikoh is located within the periphery of
the Sariska national park.
The Ancient Shiva Temples :
Within
the area of the Sariska tiger sanctuary,
Neelkanth temples, that dates back to the
6th-13th century AD, now in ruins, afford a
wonderful sight to the visitors.
The Palace : Once known as the royal
reserve of the rulers of Alwar, this palace
built by the Maharajas of Alwar, has now been
converted into a hotel
Ideal Time to Visit Sariska National Park
Though open throughout the year for visitors as
it offers yearround spectacle Sariska is at its
best during the months of October to June.