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India Wildlife Tour [ 23 Days ] |
| Destinations Covered : Delhi - Sariska - Jaipur - Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Agra - Khajuraho - Bandhavgarh - Kanha - Nagpur - Bhubaneshwar - Kolkata - Guwahati - Kaziranga - Guwahati - Delhi |
Introduction
The Bandhavgarh National Park in Madhya Pradesh is in the lowlands encircled by the Vindhya Mountains. The jungle is self-sustaining and is large covering an area of 437 sq km. The main area of viewing is done in the core of the park with its 32 hills.
Historical Background of Bandhavgarh
The park area was once a hunting reserve of the royal family of Rewa and it is from here that the well-known white tigers of Rewa were discovered. Among the other animals, which can be seen in the park, are Nilgai, Chausingha, Chital, Chinkara, Wild Boar and foxes or jackals.
In addition to the wildlife, one can see the archaeological remains of the Kalchuri period and the Bandhavgarh fort, built in 14th century, supposedly by Lord Rama.
Tourist Attractions in Bandhavgarh
The best way to view wildlife at the Bandhavgarh National Park is on elephants or jeeps. While elephant trips are organized for tracking tigers and are usually conducted early in the morning, jeep safaris take place throughout the day with a forest department guide. The wonders of Bandhavgarh can best be seen from the middle of November to June. The park is closed from July to early November.
Visit the ancient ruins located within the Bandhavgarh forests while on tours to this part of India.
Miscellany
The nearest airport is at Khajuraho and is easily accessible from Agra, Delhi and Varanasi.
By train the nearest station is Umaria, 30 km away from the park or Satna, 117 km away.
Bandhavgarh is on the Satna-Umaria and Rewa-Umaria highway. From Khajuraho (via Satna) to the park is 230 km, while from Umaria; the park is 30 km away. Buses are available from Rewa, Satna, Katni and Umaria.
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