Ranthambore National Park, located near Sawai Madhopur in Rajasthan, India, is a world-renowned tiger reserve. It's known for its diverse wildlife, including tigers, leopards, sloth bears, and various bird species. The park is also rich in history, with ruins of fortresses and temples scattered throughout the landscape.
The fort is characterised by temples, tanks, massive gates and huge walls. Constructed in 944 AD, Ranthambore Fort has witnessed many sieges and battles. Probably the most famous among these is the war of Rao Hamir in 1301 against the Sultan of Delhi, Alauddin Khilji..
King Hammer was a great devotee to God Ganesh. One night when he was sleeping, Lord Ganesh came in his dream and said that all the lacking and problems would be over by tomorrow morning. Next morning, an idol of Lord Ganesh with three eyes (Trinetra) was stamped from one of the walls of the fort.
Located deep inside the Ranthambore National Park, Padam Talao is one of the largest lakes in the city. It is believed that this is the very lake where Princess Padmavati would bathe, and also the place where she committed sati. The beautifully ornate Jogi Mahal stands in close proximity to the lake. Surrounded by dense forests, the lake is frequented by several animals who make their way to the lake to drink water in the sweltering heat.
Khandar Fort is an ancient fort located in Khandar Tehsil, Sawai Madhopur district, Rajasthan, India. This fort is on the boundary of Ranthambore National Park. The fort has three big entrances, but they are damaged.
The Shilpgram Museum is a craft village, situated near Ramsinghpura village, 9 km from Sawai Madhopur in India. It is a living ethnographic museum depicting the tremendous diversity in crafts, art and culture of various Indian states, especially the western part
Surwal Lake is a picturesque natural water body located around 6.3 km from the city centre of Sawai Madhopur or 10.4 km from Ankur Resort. It is situated inside the Ranthambore National Park, known for its mesmerizing surroundings and bird watching. The lake is said to have a calming effect and improve moods.
The Regional Museum of Natural History, Sawai Madhopur or The Rajiv Gandhi Regional Museum of Natural History, Sawai Madhopur is the country's fourth regional museum of Natural History in Sawai Madhopur, India with exhibits on plants, animals and geology of the Western region of India.
