Sunday, November 30, 2008

DESERT NATIONAL PARK, JAISALMER, INDIA

Desert National Park

Ardeotis nigriceps in Desert National Park,  Jaisalmer
Ardeotis nigriceps in Desert National Park

The Desert National Park is located around 40 km from the city of Jaisalmer and the best time to visit the park is between the period of November to March.

Rajasthan is an abode of many wildlife sanctuaries and National Park, however none of them is similar to the Desert National Park. The park is widely different from a usual park and actually for a novice, the park has little importance. Nonetheless, the Desert National Park has an important role to play in maintaining the ecological balance of the region.

It is the largest park in the state of Rajasthan spreading over an area of 3162 sq km. Around one fifth of the park is covered with sand dunes. The rest of the landmass comprises craggy rocks, compact salt lakes bottoms, inter medial areas and fixed dunes.

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