Guest guest Posted August 18, 2004 Report Share Posted August 18, 2004 Namaskar Mitra, Tigers of Bandhavgarh - http://www.esamskriti.com/html/new_photo.asp?subcatid=118 The Park lies in the heart of the Vindhya Mountain Range in Central India. The center of the park is dominated by the majestic Bandhavgarh Fort around which are numerous caves containing shrines & ancient Sanskrit inscriptions. Park area is 48 sq kms. There is a Fort in the park. Though no records remain to show when the Fort was constructed it is believed to be 2,000 years old. Various dynasties have ruled it like Maghas, Vakatakas etc. In the 13th century the Baghels took over, ruling from Bandhavgarh until 1617 when Maharaja Vikramaditya Singh moved his capital to Rewa. The last inhabitants deserted the fort in 1935. Best season to visit is Nov to June. Park closed from July 1 to Oct 31. It is 164 kms from Jabalpur, 115 kms from Rewa, closest airport is Khajuraho 203 kms. Some of the picture narrations are - Ready to enter the Arena, look at his walk, Yawning Tiger, Licking himself lovingly, Taken firm control of the ground, Raring to go. All pictures are clicked by Ritul Mehta. You can give feedback to him ritul (AT) india (DOT) com. Save the Tiger, Preserve Wildlife. See you at the site,Share the Wealth, With prem and om sanjeev www.esamskriti.com is for Those who are Passionate about IndiaTo mail - exploreindia (AT) vsnl (DOT) net, to Un write back.esamskriti has over 160 articles, 800 pictures & a Music GalleryLong Live Sanatan / Kshatriya Dharam. Generate Positive Vibrations lifelong worldwide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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