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Sharp cliffs of hills and narrow valleys of the
Aravallis dominate the landscape of Sariska, whose
forests are dry and deciduous. Within the Sariska
wildlife sanctuary there are the ruins of medieval
temples of Garh-Rajor, belonging to the 10th and 11th
centuries.
A 17th century castle on a sharp hilltop at Kankwari,
provides a panoramic view of flying Egyptian vultures
and eagles. The area was declared a sanctuary in 1955
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MAJOR ATTREACTIONS :
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The Sariska park is home to numerous carnivores
including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Hyena,
Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on an abundance of
prey species such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai,
Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is
also well known for its large population of
Rhesus Monkeys, which are found in large numbers
around Talvriksh.
The avian world is also well represented with a
rich and varied birdlife. These include Peafowl,
Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree
Pie, Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent
Eagle and the Great Indian Horned Owl.
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OTHER
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The Kankwari Fort : Among
the historic landmarks located within the
Sariska national park, includes the Kankwari
For, where, Emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned
his brother, Dara Shikoh.
The Ancient Shiva Temples : Within the
area of the Sariska tiger sanctuary, Neelkanth
temples, that dates back to the 6th-13th century
AD, now in ruins, afford a wonderful sight to
the visitors.
The Palace : Sariska was known as the
royal reserve of the rulers of Alwar. This
palace built by the Maharajas of Alwar, has now
been converted into a hotel. |
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The Great Indian Horned Owl
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