As some one rightly said,
travel is the only thing you buy that makes you rich!
A lot of us want to travel across the world to see places that have been promoted well thru the power of advertising! This is an attempt to explore places in India that are worth a visit. Places I have traveled to. Snippets of places rich in history, wildlife, natural beauty, architectural marvels, adventure activities, beautiful beaches etc..
Lets start with my favourite, Wildlife-
Gir National Park, Sasan, Gujarat.
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Unconditional Love |
Lion territory, home for the endangered Asiatic Lions. These majestic creatures once had their territory spread from Persia to whole of Asia. Credit to human intervention and rampant poaching there are only 411 odd lions left today and are found only in Gir.
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Lion King! |
Located in the tribal village of Sasan, Gir is 350 kms away from Ahmedabad.
Ranthambore National Park, Rajasthan.
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Royal Bengal Tiger |
Ranthambore national park is one of the largest NP's in Northern India. One of the best tiger reserves in India. It is famous for keeping wildlife enthusiasts engaged and happy. Go on a couple of safaris and it is guaranteed you would spot the majestic Bengal Tiger in the wild.
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A Peacock Showing Off |
Mudhumalai and Bandipur National Park.
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Tiger On Prowl |
Massive National park in South India, spread across 3 states Tamilnadu, Karnataka and Kerala. Part of Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve. Western side of the park is Midhumalai (TN) northern part is Bandhipur (KA.)
Declared UNESCO world heritage site in 1986. It is one of the finest national parks in India. Home for Indian elephants, royal Bengal tigers and Indian leopards.
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Indian Elephant |
Bharatpur Bird Park, Rajasthan.
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About To Take Flight |
Also known as Keoladeo National Park, is brainchild of the great Salim Ali, who was popularly known as 'Birdman Of India.' This bird park is home for thousands of bird species both local and migratory.
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Brunching Away |
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Curious Spotted Owl |
Earlier this place served as bird shooting range for Maharajas and Britishers. It was declared World Heritage site in 1985.
Little Rann of Kutch, Gujarat.
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Asiatic Wild Ass |
Famous for the Asiatic Wild Ass and salt panning, rann of kutch is located in remote Kutch district. Sanctuary is home for endangered Indian wild ass, nilgai, desert fox, local and migratory birds.
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Desert Fox |
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Flamingos Taking Flight |