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The Desert National Park is situated in the western Indian state of Rajasthan, near the town of Jaisalmer. It has been declared as a protected sanctuary under the Indian Wildlife Act. It is one of the largest national parks in India; spread in an area of 3162 sq km. around twenty percent of the whole area is covered by massive sand dunes.
In spite of the fragile eco-system, there is certainly no dearth of the bird life in the area. The Great Indian Bustard, now an endangered species, is found in abundance in the area. The park is visited by various migratory and resident birds of the desert.
There is plenty of animal life as well in the park, consisting mainly of chinkara, desert cat, desert fox, birds like eagles, harriers, vultures, sand grouses, buzzards’ owls etc. You can also come across the reptiles such as monitor lizard; saw scaled viper, and spiny tailed lizard in the park. It is really a marvel of the nature, as to how such a large variety of flora and fauna can survive in such harsh in-habitable conditions of the desert.
Special attractions in and around Desert National Park
The excursion tour to Jaisalmer is incomplete without a visit to the Desert National Park. The major source of water to the flora and fauna of the park are the three lakes in the sanctuary: The Rajbaugh Lake, The Milak Talao Lake and The Padam Talao Lake. The park is rich in flora too, in spite of the harsh desert like conditions prevailing in the area. The species found in this area include dhok, ronj, salai and palm trees. So if you are a nature buff, or interested in ornithology, the park is the right place for bird watching, where you'll find a bewildering variety of local as well as migratory birds.
Best Time to Visit Desert National Park
October to March
Location
State: Rajasthan
District: Jaisalmer
Distance of Desert National Park from nearest cities: Jaisalmer located around 40 Kilometers from Desert National Park is the nearest city.
Desert National Park, Jaisalmer, India, Rajasthan
Air: The nearest airport is the Jodhpur Airport, which is located, around 290 Kilometers from Desert National Park
Rail: Jaisalmer located around 40 Kilometers from Desert National Park is the nearest railhead.
Road: The area is well connected by road from Jaisalmer and other places in the state.
Tourism Department
Tourist Reception Center
Jaisalmer
Tel: 91-2992-252406
Foreign tourists require permission from the District Magistrate and Desert National Park office to enter this area. Domestic tourists require permission from the Desert National Park office
Contact: Deputy Director, Desert NP (02922 – 252498) for permissions.
Climatic Conditions
The climate of this area is quite hot. Weather is cool and pleasant in the evenings. In summers temperature can reach up to 50°c.
Clothing
Light cotton clothes in summers and light woolen clothes in winters are recommended.
Tourist attractions near Desert National Park
- Khuri Village: The Khuri village is situated 45 km south west of Jaisalmer. The village comprises mainly of decorated mud and thatch huts, which will give you a taste of rural life of Rajasthan. The tourists can also enjoy camel rides, local folk music along with dinner at such resorts.
- Pokhran: Pokhran, a fort town is located on the tri-junction of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Bikaner Roads. Pokhran came into news, when in 1974; India conducted its first underground nuclear detonation up here.
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