Sariska : Rajasthan
Nestled in the picturesque ranges of the Aravalis, a forest throbs with life. A natural habitat, the Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary was established in 1955 and taken over under Project Tiger in 1979. It offers a unique opportunity to see a variety of animals at close range.
Pandupol, Kanakwari, Neelkanth, Bhangarh and Ajabgarh are some of the places worth a visit, they are accessible through the park gate and are 20, 23, 29, 47 and 62 km away respectively. Bharathi-hari, 6 km away, is a pilgrim centre and Tal Vriksha is 18 km.
Related Travel Information
Alwar : Rajasthan
STD Code: 0144
Tourist Reception Centre, near Hotel Aravali: 21868 Excursions on the Jaipur-Delhi National Highway No. 8 include Alwar, known as the Tiger Gate of Rajasthan, 1 50 km from Jaipur. Alwar's highlights are the museum, Sagar, Bala Fort, Moosi Rani ki-Chhatri, Shimla, Fatehjang Tomb, with the Sariska wildlife sanctuary 35 km away where one can spot tigers, leopards, hyenas, sambhars, blue bulls, chinkaras, wild boars and many other animals.
Shekhawati : Rajasthan
Often called the 'open -air art gallery of Rajasthan', the region of medieval Shekhawati comprises the present day districts of Sikar and Jhunjhunu. The high -quality frescoes which this region is famous for date between 1750 and 1930.
Mount Abu : Rajasthan
STD Code: 02974
At 1,200 metres. Mount Abu is the highest point of the Aravalli range passing through Rajasthan. The only hill resort of Rajasthan, it is built around a lake and is surrounded by forested hills. According to legend, the town derives its name from Arbuda, a serpent who descended to the spot to rescue Shiva's bull, Nandi. Besides having all the features of a pleasant hill resort. Mount Abu is also well known for the famous Dilwara Temples and many more archaeological remains. There are interesting treks and picnic spots, the romantic royal retreats of the
Jaipur By Road
A convenient mode of travel to Jaipur is by road, through a network of tourist buses that are reasonably comfortable. The short journey provides comprehensive tourist fa¬cilities en route to the 'Pink City', which forms the third tip of the golden tourist triangle with Agra and Delhi. It is located on National Highways 8 (Delhi-Ahmedabad-Mumbai) and 11 (Agra-Bikaner). For those arriving from Agra, the most convenient rest and refreshment point is Mahua; and for those coining from Delhi, the central resting point is Behror. There is another rest spot at Dharuhera. These midway points have fast food restaurants,
Bikaner : Rajasthan
STD Code: 02992
The fort, 500 years ago, offered Bikaner's populace safety from invaders, while the rulers designed some beautiful apartments within, which still echo that opulence. Nearby is Deshnoke where, in a marble-fronted temple, rats are offered sanctuary as they are considered sacred.
