Travel News Desk, Ranthambore of Rajasthan is known for the Royal Bengal Tigers and this is the reason why wildlife lovers like this place very much in their Rajasthan trip. Ranthambore attracts not only domestic tourists but also foreign tourists. If you are planning to visit Ranthambore in Rajasthan, then definitely visit some of the best places here. Let us tell you about some of the best places in Ranthambore in this article –
Ranthambore National Park
Ranthambore National Park is one of the most visited tourist places to visit in Ranthambore among wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Ranthambore Tiger Reserve is the best place to see tigers. Tourists come here and do jungle safari to see the beauty of this national park and take lots of photographs, however, this place is also very popular among wildlife photographers. Apart from all this, you can also take a walk amidst the lush forests here under the supervision of a guide. The time to visit here is from 6 am to 10 am, so one can also visit here between 3:30 pm to 7 pm.
Ranthambore Fort
Among the best places to visit in Ranthambore, Ranthambore Fort is one such place which is definitely included in the list of every tourist. This fort is situated around the national park near Sawai Madhopur. It is said that this place is also famous because ancient rulers used to come here for hunting. Besides, this place is also important because this place comes in the World Heritage list. Moreover, near the fort, you can see a variety of valleys, lakes, picnic spots, wildlife species, etc. This fort opens from 6 am to 6 pm, and the entry fee here is Rs 15 and Rs 10 for children.
Jogi Mahal
One of the most popular places to visit in Ranthambore is the iconic Jogi Mahal, located right next to the beautiful Padam Lake. Talking about the history here, the palace was once used as a hunting lodge by the royals of Jaipur and other people who visited here. After which, it was converted into a guesthouse for tourists, but now it is seen in the list of best Rajasthani architecture. The view of the lake and lush greenery outside the palace is truly mesmerizing. There is a big banyan tree close to Jogi Mahal which is one of the largest banyan trees in the country.
Surwal Lake
If you are tired of jeep safari, then Surwal Lake of Ranthambore is the best option to relax yourself. This lake is located inside the Ranthambore National Park, from where you can see the mesmerizing surrounding nature and many species of birds along the banks of this lake. Also, the view of the lake is worth seeing at sunset and sunrise also. However, the lake dries up during summers, so the best time to visit is during monsoon or winter months.
Trinetra Ganesh Temple
Located within the beautiful Ranthambore Fort, the Trinetra Ganesh Temple represents the three-eyed Ganesha. It is said that when King Hamir was at war and the situation did not seem to be in his favor then one night Lord Ganesha appeared before the king and blessed him saying that his problems would soon end. Miraculously, the war ended the very next day and the king’s problems regarding food reserves were also resolved. His faith in Lord Ganesha grew stronger and he quickly built the Trinetra Ganesha Temple, one of the oldest temples in the region, which is counted among the most famous places to visit in Ranthambore. The idols of the entire family of Lord Ganesha are installed here and five aartis are performed here each day.
Rajiv Gandhi Regional Museum
Rajiv Gandhi National Museum or Regional Museum of Natural History is the fourth regional museum of natural history in India and is said to be one of the best places to visit in Ranthambore. The museum exhibits rare plants, animals and geology of the western part of India.
