Snuggled at the meeting point of the Vindhya and Aravalli Hill Ranges in Sawai Madhopur district of Rajasthan, Ranthambore National Park is one of the most visited among the wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan recognized for its enchanting range of flora and fauna. This is a beguiling territory for the ardent nature lovers and wildlife photographers as it offers them ample opportunity to indulge in their favorite pursuit. There is no end to the tourist attractions in Ranthambore National Park that encompass a range of wildlife species, serene lakes and various fascinating sites.

The type of vegetation in Ranthambore National Park is dry deciduous, Dhok being the largest growing plantation all over. There are about 30 species of flora and Aam, Imli, Babul, Banyan, Ber, Dhak (or Chila), Jamun, Kadam, Khajur, Khair, Karel, Khejda, Kakera, Mohua and Neem are a few of the prominent ones.

The wild animals are indisputably the most sought-after tourist attractions in Ranthambore National Park and include Tigers, Leopards, Striped Hyenas, Sambar deer, Chital, Nilgai, Common or Hanuman langurs, Macaques, Jackals, Jungle cats, Caracals, Sloth bears, Black bucks, Rufoustailed Hare, Indian Wild Boar, Chinkara, Common Palm Civets or Toddy cat, Coomon Yellow Bats, Desert Cats, Fivestriped Palm Squirels, Indian False Vampires, Indian Flying Foxes, Indian Foxes, Indian Gerbilles, Indian Mole Rats, Indian Porcupines, Longeared Hedgehogs, Ratels, Small Indian Mongoose, Small Indian Civets and Common mongoose. You can also take images of these creatures but be agile enough as they vanish without a trace!

The various types of bird species that can be spotted in the lakes and water bodies are the other things to see in Ranthambore National Park. Some of the most exquisite birds that you will come across here are Parakeet, Myna, Barheaded Goose, Owl, Woodpecker, Kingfisher, Eagle, Partridge, Pigeon, Flycatcher, Hornbill, Cuckoo, Heron, Sparrow, Vulture and Falcon.

The reptilian and amphibian species can also be spotted in good numbers including Snub Nosed Marsh Crocodiles, Desert Monitor Lizards, Tortoise, Ganga Soft Shelled Turtles and North Indian Flap Shelled Turtles, The rugged region of the park has a sizeable population of Banded Kraits, Cobras, Common Kraits, Indian Pythons, Rat Snakes, Russel's Vipers, Saw-scaled Vipers and the Indian Chameleon.

Apart from the wildlife, there are several other tourist attractions in Ranthambore National Park that include tranquil lakes that are Padam Talao, Rajbagh Talao and Malik Talaoand and lure a large number of animals and birds. Catch a sight of the grandiose Ranthambore Fort which is located here and accentuates the magnificence of the entire region.

A tour to Ranthambore National Park will also embrace a number of other nearby destinations such as Bakaula, Kachida Valley and Raj Bagh Ruins that are equally enthralling and make for an unforgettable experience.

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