Recreation
As you visit Ranthambore, there are a host of other activities that
could be of interest. In the winter months, some of the local operators
offer interesting treks through some pretty wild terrain to neighbouring
temples and other destinations.
You
can also request the resort receptionist to contact the local camel ride
man, who will promptly arrive in complete local attire with the works. A
trip to the Ranthambore school of Art is also highly recommended. Just
sitting there and watching them create masterful works of art is a pleasure
in itself. Sawai Madhopur does offer entertainment like movie halls
(Prakash, Prem Mandir and Suraj Talkies) but if you really are in the mood
for a hindi movie to pass the evening, don't go there expecting theatres of
metropolitan standards. Many visitors go for a short after-dinner drive. The
chances of seeing leopards during his time are said to be quite high. If you
do intend to try one of these night drives, please do ensure you drive
slowly as animals do tend to come out on to the roads in certain areas.
Traditional folk dances, cultural programs, bonfire, nature walks, and a
well-stocked library are some of the popular facilities and services offered
by the Tiger Moon Resort. Escorted safari in the national park and tourist
attractions around should not be missed.
Sightseeing
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Ranthambore National Park (2 km) : Ranthambore National Park is a dry
deciduous forest with rocky hill crests and open valleys dotted with water
pools and fruit trees, Ranthambore has a thousand years old fortress looming
above the forest. The park is home to cheetal or spotted deer, sambar, the
nilgai, wild boar, bear, panther, tiger and a variety of birds including the
partridge, green pigeon and red spurfowl. Adequate woollens are advised for
mid-winter.
No dirth of exploration
Due to Ranthambore National Park being in the state of Rajasthan, there is
no dirth of interesting trips one can make in the neighbourhood. The choice
of destinations has to depend on your areas of interests. The different
options range from ancient forts to religious temples to ornate villages and
cities. The villages surrounding the park are famous for their folk art.
Especially the "Mandana" sketches, which depict nature and village
life. Some of the best locations that can be included if you are planning on
touring the area are Tonk, Kakod Fort, Khandhar Fort, Uniyara Palace, Hathi
Bhata, Siwad, Amareshwar Mahadev Temple, Rameshwarghat, Bhairon temple, Shri
Mahaveerji, Karauli and obviously Jaipur.
