Popular National Park of India

Ranthambore National Park

Ranthambore National Park is a fascinating blend of history and nature. Inside the park is a formidable fort that was built in the 10th century and coveted by many rulers due to its strategic position between north and central India.

The park itself is situated at the joining of the Vindhya Plateau and the Aravalli Hills, and is characterized by rocky plains and steep cliffs. It supports a diverse range of flora and fauna, including around 30 tigers.

Nagarhole National Park

Nagarhole National Park is located about 96 kilometres from Mysore in Karnataka. The park, which is home to a large number of birds and animals, is part of the Mudumalai Sanctuary. The Nagarhole National Park has derived its name from two Kannada words 'Naga', which means snake and 'Hole, which means streams. The park shares its boundary with Bandipur National Park.

Sariska National Park

Located in Alwar district, Sariska National Park is situated in the Aravali Hills. This sanctuary covers around eight hundred sq km area, which include deciduous forests which are dry, grasslands, landscapes which are rocky, and cliffs. Besides wildlife watching, Sariska National Park is also the ideal place to go for camel safaris or visiting some medieval palaces. Sariska was given the sanctuary status in the year 1955 and attained the grade of a National Park in 1979.

Periyar National Park

Situated within the confines of the Western Ghats in the southern Indian state of Kerala, Periyar National Park Kerala and Tiger Reserve is one of the most captivating wildlife parks in the world. Elephant in Periyar is another major attraction. In 1895, the British undertook water resource management plans for the area and started work on a dam and an artificial lake under the auspices of Col. J. Pennycuick.

Panna National Park

The Panna National Park is sited at length of approximately 57 kilometers from the evergreen venue of the Khajuraho and hence situated in the central realm of the state of Madhya Pradesh. The Panna National Park cherishes the reputation of being one of the most popular reserves in India that is engaged in the protection of the charismatic emperor of all the animals, the tiger. Other attractions at the Panna National Park include the pristine deer and the mysterious antelopes.

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