Ranthambhore

(Three eyed) Trei-netra means three eyes, it is so famous that millions and millions visitors come to visit this place. They pray to Lord Ganesh and fulfill their desires. This is also the centre of faith, devotion and admiration of: The Hindu. Most of Hindu pilgrims come here to place devotional flowers before God Ganesh. They do so far seeking their blessings and to get merry of Ridhi-Sidhi provider. Various type of shops are installed here shopkeepers earth both money and joy of the fair. This temple has filled the empty tape of many mothers and empty pockets of true devotees. Devotee from the every corner of India come here with empty laps and returns with filled lap and wealth. Such is the magic power of Tri-Netra Ganesh Ji

The park region is rich in avifauna due to the variety of habitats with abundant sources of avian nourishment. Over 330 of the 1300 species of the Indian subcontinent’s birdlife can be located in the region at different seasons with monsoon and winter being special periods for tourists and nature lovers. The perfect palaces to watch birds are Padam Talav,, Rajbagh talav, Malik lake, Jhalara & Bagada inside the park. The park has one of the world’s most spectacular heronry which hosts a large number of migratory and resident birds.
There are some great birding spots outside the park and here you can walk around. In fact, some of the best birding areas are on the outskirts of the park.
For bird watchers, Ranthambhore¹s specialties are the Nightjars, Indian courser,Woodpeckers, Painted spurfowl, Indian Gray Hornbills, Indian skimmer, quails, larks, pipits,Ibis, prinias and Finches etc.
A good time to visit Ranthambore National Park is in November and May when the nature of the dry deciduous forests makes sightings common. Its deciduous forests were once a part of the magnificent jungles of Central India.
The present list covers 320 species and their names in englsih & latin languages.
There are some great areas for birding:

It is a seasonal lake located between acres of agricultural fields, it is a good place to different species of migratory birds in winters Flamingos. Painted Storks, Spoonbills, Sarus & Demoiselle Greylag Geese and Cranes can be seen in large numbers between November and March. Early in the morning is the perfect time for birds watching before the Sun rising. The Surwal Lake usually dries out by April-May. It is a place where you can have a look for village life.

Mansarovar Lake is the largest lake in the area; it lies at the southern edge of the park. It is a paradise for bird watching in winter time and you can have a chance to see Pintail ducks, Pelicans, Geese and Herons in large number. It is good place for walking too.
Birding from Misradhara gate to the Ranthambhore Fort
It is common road for the fort as well as the park that is a very good place for birding and you can watch Peacocks, Parakeets, Doves, Flycatchers, etc, along with a large group of Common or Hanuman langur . It is really the best place to see the Painted Spurfowl that is the main attraction for bird watchers! To walk from Misradhara gate to the fort you can have option to see more than 60 species. The specific area is perfect habitat for leopard because in tiger country leopards always make distance from tiger & prefer to stay on high elevation & the fringe of the park.

Amlideh is situated on the banks of the Banas. It is a very quiet and good spot for birding, the best place for Indian skimmers and River lapwings. Here, you can enjoy Candle Night Dinner, Boating, and Village Tour & Camel Cart Riding.
Birding at Helipad ( Sherpur village) (8 km from the park)
The helipad is best place for chats, larks, sand grouse, india courser and other birds which prefer dry habitats.

: it is closed to the park & located on the way to the park. It is situated in the middle of high hills and is considered as a sacred temple with Lord, “Shiva Linge” under the umbrella of natural rock indented with the continuously falling water on it throughout the year. With 40 ft. high waterfalls between two hillocks close by this is a favored picnic spot as well. It is really best place to see the scenic beauty with vast mountain ranges.

A preferred camping & boating spot at the banks of River Chambal. Here, you have good option to see alligator that are not found in the park. It is good place for birding. Such as water duck.

Rameshwara Ghat (temple ) is situated at the meeting point of the Chambal, Banas and sheep rivers at border of rajasthan & M.P. states. Sri Rama temple and Shiva Linga are very old & main attractions for hindu pilgrims. Parasaram Ghat is also famous for, “Chaturbhujnath temple “. Deep and silent waters of the Chambal with lots of crocodile, dolphins & migratory birds make it an intesting site for boating. On day of the ‘kartick Purnima’(full Moon), there is a very big fair held on on both sides of the border. So, good to see village & cultural for guests.

it is one of the place , where the two rivers i.e the Banas and the Moral meet together. It is good area for tracking and swimming. Here tourist may see the real village life. Camels and horses safaries are available here. It is 33 km. from the park.
Peacock, Partridges, Quails, Sand grouse, Stone curlews, Minivets, Flycatchers, Tits, Orioles, Parakeets, Sparrow, and Vultures represent the avifauna. Vultures’ nests are the rare sight in this area.

Ranthambhore is also known for its marvellous tiger painting. In Ranthambhore, local people who had to leave their village from inside the park. Now, they become a great artist about tiger painting. Usually local people earn their livelihood to selling their paintings . Their painting job really like on international level.

Apart from sightseeing, travelers can also take part in the fairs and festivals of the district. Some of them include Chauth Mata Fair, Ganesh Chaturthi Fair, KalyanJi Fair and Shiv Ratri Fair.

You can enjoy Camel safari too.

The trip without shopping is always considered incomplete. This city also has lots of option for shopping. For tourists, who like the fragrance of different perfumes, can buy the immensely famous khas perfume. It is made from the local plant and is sold in many beautiful bottles. You can also get the very special gift bottles in here, and then there is also availability of khas fresheners. The old city is famous for wood toys and bangles.

The local artifacts and artisans also indulge in making handicrafts and artifacts. These can be bought from various shops as well as those located in the Shilpgram that was started so that the upcoming generation can witness the rich cultural heritage and also benefit the home industry. It is also the rural art and craft complex. There are also held workshops for kids, on various activities like theatre, music, art and craft.

It is located near the Ramsinghpura village, about 9 km from Sawai Madhopur is the Shilpgram Museum. It is a craft village that encompasses and showcases the tremendous diversity in arts, crafts, and cultures of the various Indian states. Shilpgram is a living ethnographic museum, established with an aim to empower craftspeople, especially women, to use their skills as means of economic self-sufficiency, and to bring to the world the cultural heritage of Rajasthan. An embodiment of Rajasthani culture and heritage through arts and crafts, Shilpgram is a site that needs to be seen to be understood and appreciated.

Ranthambore is the great destination for adventure and wildlife but the same cannot be said about food or cuisine. It does not carry any significant food culture or unique delicacy but the resorts, here will give you numerous options. But, you might want to try local Dhabas which offer bits of local Rajasthani, Punjabi cuisine and South Indina .The tourists can enjoy a treat of the famous Rajasthani food and many sweet dishes. For the tourists who like fruits, there are many shops sprinkled round the city, which sell lots of type fruits including guava. These guavas are famous round the country, and are of export quality.
Rajasthan, the land of Maharajas, is famous for its rich culture. But what makes the state distinctive and popular is its cuisine. Rajasthanis are very much fond of their food and it is evident in their preparations. Dal Bati Churma and Laal Maas are the most famous dishes from the state. Every food enthusiast must have tasted them at least once. Your trip to Rajasthan is not complete if you haven’t experienced their scrumptious dishes. There are a few delicious foods!

It is the most famous dishes from the state, no Rajasthani food is complete without Dal Bati Churma. The round Batis dipped in ghee with Panchkuti daland churma make for an appetizing combination.

You cannot talk about Rajasthani dishes without mentioning the crowd favourite,Laal Maas . This spicy dish gets its colour from the fiery red chillies. Best served with bajra rotis , this dish with plain rice won’t disappoint you.

Ghushmeshwar Temple is situated at the Siwar village in Sawai Madhopur. It is believed to be 12th or the last of the Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. It is far from Ranthambhore about 70 km.

It is situation 80 kms from Ranthambhore on route to Jaipur. Present Tonk was founded by the Nawab Ameer Khan as a result of a treaty with the British in 1818. It has several colonial buildings, painted mosques, quasi-Hindu architecture and a repository of ancient manuscripts and books.

It was constructed in 1824 by Nawab Ameer Khan. The exterior of the Mansion of Gold completely belies the grandeur within. In-lay work with mirrors, gilded stucco, coloured glass, mosaic and lapez lazuli, painted and polished floors reflecting in the stained glass window leaves visitors completely impressed. It is really specimen of Hindu Muslim cohesion of architecture.

Rajasthan’s finest mosque. It is located in the heart of the bustling city. Delicately frescoed inside and out with intricate patterns, mosque still contains some of the ancient lamps. The construction of this architecture began under the first Nawab of Tonk and was completed in 1298.

About 85 kms from Sawai Madhopur stands the Kaila Devi temple dedicated to the Mother Goddess. In the months of March-April and September-October, devotees celebrate the Kaila Devi fair and worship the Goddess for the fulfilment of their wishes from all over India.

It is located on the banks of Gambhiri River, stands the pilgrimage site dedicated to Sri Mahavirji, the 24th Jain Tirthankara.

Kota is the third largest city in Rajasthan state and is one of the popular tourist destinations. It is situated on the banks of the Chambal River. It is famous for its distinctive style of paintings, palaces, museums, and places of worship. The city is well known for gold jewellery, Doria sarees, silk sarees and the famous Kota stone.

Bundi is a magnificent town located around 80 km from Sawai Madhopur. It is dotted with palaces and forts; the place has a fairy tale quality about it.

It was structured and designed by Vidyadhar Bhattacharya, Jaipur holds the distinction of being the first planned city of India. It is well known for its coloured gems, the capital city of Rajasthan combines the allure of its ancient history with all the advantages of a metropolis. The bustling modern city is one of the three corners of the golden triangle that includes Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.