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Bandhavgarh National Park
Location : In the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh.
Major Places to See : Tigers and other mammals and birds.
Other Places to Visit : GTV Resort, Bandhavgarh Meadows, Tiger Den, Bandhav Vilas.
Nearby Tourist Destinations : Umaria,Khajuraho/Jabalpur Dumna Airport.
Best Time to Visit : October to February.
Suggested Itinerary : Luxury Wildlife Vacations | North India Wildlife
h National Park is 197 km from Jabalpur in the state of Madhya Pradesh. Situated in Vindhya Mountain Ranges, this wildlife sanctuary is known for harboring good population of majestic Royal Bengal Tigers. It derives its name from the ancient Bandhavgarh Fort built on a hilltop, which is in ruins now and believed to have been gifted by Lord Rama to his brother Lakshmana, so that he can keep a watch over Lanka – the kingdom of demon-king Ravana. Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve is believed to 46 to 52 tigers - highest density of tiger population in India and is, thus, one of the highlights of the North India Tours and Golden Triangle with Wildlife Tour Packages.Whether you opt for wildlife adventure tours in India or more elaborate travel packages of North India that cover Taj, Temples, Tigers and Traditions, Bandhavgarh Wildlife Sanctuary often finds its way in the travel itineraries alongside Ranthambore National Park and Bharatpur Keoladeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary. Bandhavgarh was the last place where a white tiger was last spotted in India but that was about 50 years ago. Less than a dozen white tiger sightings have been reported in the past 100 years, and none have been reported ever since Maharaja of Rewa hunted down the white tiger of Bandhavgarh. The tiger was named as Mohun and has been stuffed and put on display in the royal museum here.
Like most of the national parks and wildlife sanctuaries of North India, Bandhavgarh was once the royal hunting grounds of the princely state of Rewa that originally came to limelight for its white tigers. Though white tigers are not found anymore here, elephant safaris into the deep recesses of Bandhavgarh offer some excellent opportunities to see a tiger and capture amazing wildlife moments. Expert guides can also offer you good tips on getting finest results for wildlife photography during jungle safaris. Besides tigers, you can see Chausingha, Chinkara, Chital, Nilgai, Wild Boar, Fox, and even Jackal here. Jeep Safaris are the quickest way to explore the wildlife reserve but elephants take you straight to the most inaccessible corners of this jungle retreat.
Bandhavgarh National Park offers ultimate wilderness experience for international tourists who come to North India looking for biodiversity and adventure. The eco lodges and luxurious wildlife resorts offer a variety of stay options ranging from jungle camps to luxury bamboo cottages to charming and well-appointed rooms and suits in royal forest lodges that are surrounded by ethereal woodlands. Most of the lodges are situated near lakes or waterholes to offer you optimum opportunities to see and capture animals and birds in their natural habitats. True to the authentic jungle safari experience, you can find spacious but simple camps here with unparalleled jungle vistas. You can follow jungle trails and spot diverse flora and fauna species with the help of expert jungle guides here.
The sounds and ambience of the dense forests in the night are awe-inspiring. The melodious songs of elusive birds add to the charm of sunrise in the early morning. A tribal dance show at Bandhavgarh National Park and bonfire parties are a raging craze among foreign tourists who love to be a part of the local culture and traditions here. You can even watch wildlife documentaries and consult in-house naturalists in various resorts to know more about the wonders of Bandhavgarh. The reforestation work undertaken by the government in the last few years at the national park has begun to show its effects and has much improved the landscape of the region. Local tribal villages are quite interesting too and you can find some beautiful pottery, baskets, and cane and bamboo crafts here.
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