Wildlife National Sanctuaries and Parks
  
Say Bharatpur (also known as Keoladeo Ghana National Park) and
one immediately conjures up an image of colourful birds feeding,
nesting and chirping.If you are a bird lover you already know
about Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, if you are not one you must
visit Bharatpur in Rajasthan, you will become one. It makes
for a perfect weekend getaway around Delhi. It is also known
as Keoladeo 'Ghana' Bird Sanctuary - A park that inspires migrants
the world over.
Named after a Shiv temple situated in this natural park, this
World heritage site is known for it's migratory bird population
the world over. The low lying marshes is home for many birds
all the year around, but it is special in the winter months
when it is made a home by over 100 species of birds from as
far as Siberia, Central Asia and China. Over 350 species of
birds have been reported in Bharatpur and the residents vary
between different months of the year. In Summer terrestrial
birds like red wattled lapwing, grey partridge, black partridge,
common quail, bush quail, pea fowl, jungle fowl, etc., nest
on the ground along with the resident bird like the Sarus cranes.
Where to Stay
Accomodation is available at theForest Lodge (ITDC), Saras Tourist
Bungalow (RTDC), Shanti Kutir, Forest Rest House and private
hotels near the park.
How to reach
By Air : The nearest airport is Agra which is about 55
km.
By Rail : Regular rail services connect Bharatpur with
several cities on Delhi-Mumbai trunk route. Rail services also
connects Bharatpur with Jaipur and Agra.
By Road : A network of bus services links Bharatpur with
several cities within and outside Rajasthan.
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