Ranthambore Tiger Reserve, located in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, is one of the most popular wildlife areas of the country. Here, the forest spread between the Aravalli and Vindhya mountain ranges, lakes, hills and the historic Ranthambore Fort together create a view that distinguishes it from other forests. According to Rajasthan Tourism, this area is about 14 kilometers from Sawai Madhopur and is known for seeing tigers in their natural habitat.

Ranthambore is special for tigers

The biggest identity of Ranthambore is the Royal Bengal Tiger present here. Apart from tigers, many wildlife like leopard, sloth bear, hyena, jackal, fox, nilgai, sambar, chital and langur are found in the forest. Crocodiles and a large number of birds are also part of the ecosystem here.

Ranthambore's dry deciduous forests, rocky hills and water bodies provide a variety of habitats for wildlife. Due to this natural diversity, many types of animals can be seen here during safari.

Tiger reserve spread over more than 1530 square kilometers

According to the current records of Rajasthan Forest Department, the area of ​​Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is 1,530.23 square kilometers. Its expansion is recorded up to Sawai Madhopur along with Karauli, Bundi and Tonk districts. The area of ​​Ranthambore National Park is 282.03 square kilometers.

The tiger reserve consists of core and buffer areas. The Tiger Conservation Plan of the Government of Rajasthan gives separate details of the critical tiger habitat and buffer zone of the reserve.

Historic Ranthambore Fort amidst the forest

The specialty of Ranthambore is not just wildlife. Ranthambore Fort, situated on a hill amidst the forest, is the historical identity of this entire region. According to Rajasthan Tourism, the fort was built in the 10th century during the time of Chauhan rulers. The massive walls, gates, temples and water structures still tell the story of its past glory.

The surrounding forest and reservoir are visible from the height of the fort. This is the reason why a unique combination of history and wildlife tourism can be seen in Ranthambore.

The true form of the forest is visible in safari

Jungle safari is the main attraction for the tourists visiting Ranthambore. During jeep and canter safari, tourists try to see wildlife in their natural environment in different parts of the forest.

However, there is no guarantee whether a tiger will be seen in a safari or not. Wildlife roam in the forest according to their natural behavior. Rajasthan Forest Department provides online safari and permit facility for Ranthambore.

Jaipur was once the hunting ground of the royal family.

According to Rajasthan Tourism, Ranthambore was once a private game reserve of the royal family of Jaipur. Later wildlife conservation got priority here and this area developed as an important center of tiger conservation.

Today, Ranthambore's identity is more linked to tiger conservation and wildlife tourism than to its ancient history of hunting. The natural beauty of the forest, historical fort and presence of tigers make it one of the major tourist destinations of Rajasthan.

Unique confluence of nature and history

Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is a place where forests, wildlife, lakes, mountains and a centuries-old fort can be seen in a single trip. This is its biggest feature. When it comes to wildlife tourism in Rajasthan, Ranthambore's name comes first among the major destinations.