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Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary is undoubtedly one of the finest bird parks in the globe. It is a haven for rare fauna, Siberain cranes, water birds and various migratory birds. The bird sanctuary is also home to animals such as Sambhar, Chital, Boar and others.
Bharatpur Bird sanctuary lies in the Bharatpur district of Rajasthan. It is home for more than three hundred species of exotic birds. This wildlife park is mainly made of scrublands, grasslands and marshy lands. It is also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park that refers to the ancient Shiva temple that is situated amidst the dense forest land.
There are good forest trails that are covered on foot or on a rickshaw or riding on a cycle. These vehicles can be brought on hire basis. Some of the rickshaw pullers are also experienced and trained people who could give in-depth knowledge of all the flora and fauna in the wildlife sanctuary. You can even arrange an exciting boat trip for an evening rendezvous with the wildlife creatures of the bird sanctuary.
Attractions of Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
The majority of tourists that visit the park are hugely attracted by the wonderful exotic migratory bird species that come from all over the world to spend their winter in this Indian paradise. Some of the birds found in this park are pelicans, geese, cranes, ducks, eagles, hawks, stints, wagtails, larks, flycatchers, shanks, warbles, etc.
This wonderful wildlife sanctuary was developed by a Maharaja of medieval India. During monsoon season, the town was frequently flooded due to water logging and a dam was built to save the town from the perils of rainy season. The dam was constructed out of mud, and the depression thus created by soil extraction was later developed as Bharatpur lake.
Location of Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
The Bird Sanctuary covers an area of more than 29 sq. km and is located in Bharatpur District of Rajasthan State in India.
Accommodations in Bharatpur
There are comfortable accommodations available in the form of some wonderful hotels in Bharatpur.
How to Reach Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
- By Air: The nearest airport is located at Agra that is 56 km from Bharatpur.
- By Rail: The regular railway services links Bharatpur to all main cities in Rajasthan and other places such as UP, Haryana and Delhi.
- By Road: Bharatpur is conveniently connected by road to cities such as Agra, Delhi and Jaipur. These cities are at a distance of approximately 5 to 6 hours from Bharatpur.
Other Attractions near Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary
The Bharatpur Government Museum is undoubtedly one of the main attraction spots that give a glimpse of the bygone royal splendour of Bharatpur. The Bharatpur Palace, Deeg Palace and the Lohagarh Fort are some of the other attractions besides the museum and the national park.
Bharatpur Tourist Information
Government of Rajasthan
Department of Tourism
Jaipur- 302 001
Rajasthan (INDIA)
Tel. : +91-141-5110595-7
Fax. : +91-141-5155101
This article was contributed by Seema Adnani
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