Sariska Tourism: Hotels, Reviews, Packages, Photos, Maps, Experience, Itinerary

Set in the shadows of the Aravalli Range, the quiet town of Sariska is situated at a distance of 35 km from Alwar, and is primarily known for the Sariska National Park and Tiger Reserve. Formerly serving as the hunting grounds of the rulers of the small state of Alwar, the area was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1955, designated a Tiger Reserve under Project Tiger in 1979, and finally gained national park status in 1982. Unfortunately a recent tiger census revealed that there are no tigers in the reserve, since they have all been killed by illegal poachers. However, the 800 sq km park is home to other animal and bird life, including panthers, jungle cats, hyenas, jackals, wild boars, peafowls, golden-backed woodpeckers, crested serpent eagles, vultures and horned owls to name just a few. The region is also known for its unique flora, which is especially eye-catching during spring and early summer