Ranthambore Situated in the State of Rajasthan in Western India it is home of the wild tigers, the majestic mammals, and birds. The destination was a hunting reserve of the erstwhile Maharajahs of Jaipur. Old monuments like a fort or a hunting lodge, temples and huge reservoirs built during the heydays of the Rajput kings can be seen on the game rides. Some of these are in a preserved state while many are in a state of absolute decline. Tigers rule over the ramparts of the fort and other hunting pavilions some of them also breed in the vacated buildings and flourish. At Ranthambhore hunting is banned as also all over the country. Hence tigers a breeding well and their population is on the rise. A small portion of the reserve is open for tourism which is divided into many zones. This is where the safari jeeps ply ferrying eager tourists keen on sighting the tiger and other animals. These safaris are organized and a permit is required for excursions. Mainly...