Sariska Tour Guide - Sightseeing, Activities and Hotels in Sariska

Overview

State: Rajasthan

Distance: 160 Km SW of Delhi

By Road: 3hrs & 10min

By Rail: 3hrs + 1hrs by road

Location: In the Aravalli Hills, 31km from Alwar in North-east Rajasthan

Route: NH8 to Sahhpura via Behror; state roads to Sariska via Behror and Thana Ghazi

Fast Fact

When to go Sariska

In the winter months,when plenty of migratory birds are in residence. The sanctuary is closed during the rains

Sariska is probably one of the most visited parks in India. Unfortunately though, the main reason for this is not wildlife enthusiasm but only it's excellent proximity to some large towns like Delhi and Jaipur. The park was, as with many other parks, the hunting reserve of the royal family in the area. In this case, it was the Royal family of Alwar Rajasthan . The reserve was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1958 and came under the "Project Tiger" as a Sariska tiger reserve in 1979. The park covers quite a large area of 800 square kilometers, 480 square kilometers of which form the core area of the national park. It is located among the Aravalli hill ranges in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. Due to the presence of monuments of religious importance located within the park boundaries, the park authorities are compelled to keep the park open throughout the year. The summer months are better for animal viewing but are extremely hot with temperatures going up to as high as 49 degrees centigrade. In the winter months, the temperature touches a low of 4 degrees.

The park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Civets Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on species such as Sambar, Chital, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found around Talvriksh. The avian world is also well represented with Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse,Tree Pie, Golden backed Woodpecker, crested Serpent Eagle and The Great Indian horned Owl.

Sariska History
Once an ancient Rajput state, formerly known as Mewat, Alwar was nearest to the imperial Delhi. The people of the state did not accept any external interference's and daringly resisted against foreign invasions. In the 12th and 13th centuries, they formed a group and raided Delhi. But finally Sultan Bulban (1267 A.D. - 1287 A.D.) suppressed them, bringing the area under the Muslims rule. In 1771 A.D. Maharaja Pratap Singh, a Kuchhwaha Rajput belonging to the clan of Jaipur's rulers, won back Alwar and founded a principality of his own.

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Jeep Safari

Jeep safaris in the Sariska Tiger Reserve will cost you around 300 Rs per head and these safaris will comprehensively cover almost all parts of the tiger reserve accessible by these heavy duty vehicles. Jeep safaris in Sariska Tiger Reserve are normally provided twice a day, and you can opt for these safaris in order to catch a glimpse of the wildlife. Safari rides are accompanied by the forest department guards and the vehicles are protected with grills.
Elephant Ride

You can also opt for an elephant safari while in Sariska. An elephant safari in Sariska will not cover all parts of the Sariska Tiger Reserve, but the ride will be a memorable one for kids as well as wildlife enthusiasts.
Around Sariska

Lake Siliserh is about 30 km from Sariska near Alwar and a good picnic visit in the evening. The site of the lake from above is lovely and one can also do boating.

Bhangarh is an interesting place of old palace and fort about 50k from Sariska and supposed to be the most haunted place of India.