Rajasthan
Rajasthan is one of India’s most popular regions for travellers. Rajasthan is a princely state of vibrant folk dance and music, culture and culinary traditions, gigantic forts and palaces, colourful and large turbans, extensive golden sand desert, camels and rich handicraft. The state that covers 342,239 square kilometres or 10.4 per cent of India’s total geographical area, boasts of a rich wildlife and is one of the most sought after destinations for wildlife enthusiasts.
Even though the state is hot and arid, still it has a flourishing wildlife tourism. It offers several opportunities for tiger sighting and birdwatching. Some of the famous wildlife sanctuaries and national parks of the state are Ranthambore National Park, Sariska National Park, Keoladeo and Mukundra Hills National Park. It is blessed with a rich variety of vegetation and animal & birds species. To spot the Royal Bengal Tigers, Ranthambore National Park and Sariska National Park are the most famous wildlife destinations in Rajasthan. Those who love birdwatching should visit Keoladeo National Park (Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as it is home to at least 230 species of birds.