Sariska is located in the sharp cliffs of hills and narrow vallleys of the Aravallis some 20 km from Delhi. The forests are dry and deciduous. Within the sanctuary there are the ruins of medieval buildings. There is a 17th century castle on a sharp at Kankwari, which provides a panoramic view of line Egyptian vultures and eagles. The sanctuary a covers an area of 800 sq-km. It is a tiger reserve and you can see ungulates in large numbers and the birdlife is very good and varied.

 

	Major Wildlife Attractions...
	The Sariska park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog, Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal and Tiger. These feed on and abundance of prey species such as Sambar, Chaatal, Nilghai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur. Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which are found in large numbers around Talvriksh.  The avain world is also well represented with rich and varied bird life. These include Peafowl Gray Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie, Golden backed wood pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle and the Great Indian Home Owl. aaa
	Other Attractions in Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary aaa
	The Kankwari Fort
	Among the historic landmarks located within the Sariska National Park, includes the Kankwari Fort, where, Emperor Aurangzeb once imprisoned his brother, Dara Shikoh. aaa
	The Ancient Shiva Temples
	Within the area of the Sariska tiger sanctuary Neelkanth temples, that dets back to the 6th-13th centaury AD, now in ruins, afford a wonderful sight to the visitors. aaa
	The Palace
	Sariska was Known as the royal reserve of the rulers of Alwar. This place built by the Maharajas of Alwar, has now been converted into a hotel. aaa
	Best Time to Visit...
	Visiters can visit Sariska Wildlife Sanctuary through out the year, still the best period is during the months of October to June.