Location 
Agra (56 kms), Delhi (176 kms), Jaipur (176 kms)

Known For
Migratory birds

Climate 
Bharatpur bird Sanctuary witnesses extremely hot climatic conditions. In summers, temperature may soar up to 45 ° C or even more. The season of winter also experiences extreme climate with temperature dropping to 5 ° C. With scanty rainfall, this area is extremely dry. In such a scenario, Monsoon becomes the lifeline of the place. Even though the sanctuary remains accessible for the visitors throughout the year, for suitable viewing of local and migratory birds there are times that are more suitable. The best time for viewing resident breeding birds is August to November whereas October-February is most ideal for spotting migratory birds.

The Park
Keoladeo Ghana National Park is the official name of this sanctuary on the records. For bird watcher, it is like a paradise. It is located 2 Km away from the Bharatpur district of Rajasthan. The official name Keoladeo owes its origin from the Hindu temple devoted to Lord Shiva that is positioned in the middle of this park. The term 'Ghana' refers to the thick forest cover of the Bharatpur sanctuary. This sanctuary can be referred to as a man-made sanctuary. In 1760, a dam was constructed to save Bharatpur from the constant floods. The dam is made of soil dug from the earth. The place from which the soil was dug is now filled with water and is one of the major sources of water for the sanctuary. Without this Bharatpur lake, it is hard to imagine the survival of this sanctuary.

Attractions in the Park

Flora : Since the climate is dry; there is dried deciduous vegetation in this sanctuary with some semi-evergreen forests. However, in some areas, the forest cover is very thick. Some the extremely valuable trees grow in these forests.

Fauna : A part from the numerous bird species of this bird sanctuary, there also are a number of animal species here some of which are Sambar, Chital, Nilgai and Boar.

Avifauna : Bharatpur is basically a bird sanctuary with over 450 species of birds recorded. One can watch and study local as well as migratory birds here. Pelicans, Cranes, Geese, Ducks, Stints, Eagles, Shanks, Hawks, Wagtails, Flycatchers, Wheatears, Warblers, Buntings, Pipits, and Larks are some of the main species whose frolics attract various tourists from all over the world.

Other Places to Visit

Bharatpur Govenment Museum : It is good place to visit in the vicinity of Bharatpur Government Museum. It has a number of collections of the royals of Bharatpur, which throw a lot of light on the luxurious lifestyles of the royals.

Bharatpur Palace : It used to be the erstwhile dwelling of the rulers of Bharatpur. The architecture of this palace is a unique amalgamation of Mughal and Rajput architecture with richly festooned walls and floors.

Deeg Palace : It was the place for the rulers for finding resort during summers. Well-built and gigantic fortress with palaces and well-laid gardens inside, it is located 32 Km from Bharatpur.

How To Reach

By Air : The Agra airport is 56 Km from this place. Jaipur airport is 176 kms away. Both airports have a good connectivity to all the major destinations of India.

By Rail : The nearest railway station is Bharatpur station. Major destinations like Delhi, Mumbai, Jaipur and Agra are well connected from this station. Palace on Wheels – the luxury train also also connects with Bharatpur.

By Road : National Highway 8 accesses this park, which joins Delhi with Jaipur.