This
park is situated only 200 km from Delhi and 107 kms from Jaipur.
Although larger than Ranthambor, it is less commercialised and has
less tigers but a similar topography. It covers an area of 800 sq
km in total, with a core area of approximately 500 sq km. The Northern
Aravali Hills dominate the skyline with their mixture of sharp cliffs
and long narrow valleys. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955
and became a National Park in 1979. The landscape of Sariska comprises
of hills and narrow valleys of the Aravali hill range. The topography
of Sariska supports scrub-thorn arid forests, dry deciduous forests,
rocks and grasses. The broad range of wildlife here is a wonderful
example of ecological adoption and tolerance, for the climate here
is variable as well as erratic.
It
is located in the contemporary Alwar district and is the legacy of
the Maharajas of Alwar. Pavilions and Temples within Sariska are
ruins that hint at past riches and glory. The nearby Kankwadi Fort
has a long and turbulent history. In morning and evening, wildlife
in Sariska heads towards the many water holes, which litter the
park, thus providing the guests with their best chance of viewing
game. At some of these watering holes it is possible to book hides
which are situated in prime spots for wildlife viewing.
How
to Reach
- By Air
Jaipur is the nearest airport from Sariska
at a distance 107-kms.
- By Rail
The nearest railway station is at Alwar
(37-kms). Can be reached from all the parts of India
- By Road
Sariska wildlife sanctuary is situated
off the Delhi-Alwar-Jaipur Road. Jaipur is located at a distance
of 107-kms and Delhi at 200-kms from Sariska. Sariska is well
connected with Alwar, which is further directly connected with
bus services from Delhi and Jaipur.
