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Keoladeo Ghana National Park, Rajasthan

Formerly Bharatpur Bird Sanctuary, this renowned 30 square kilo-

meter national park was once a duck hunting reserve of the ma-

harajas. It has more than 350 species of birds, including a large

congregation of non-migratory resident breeding birds. The park is

open from sunrise until sunset all year round, although a third of it

is often submerged during the monsoon season. Inside the park,

it’s possible to walk, ride bicycles (recommended), or take a cycle

rickshaw or boat (when the water level is high).

There are many hotels outside the park which you need to reserve

in advance. Google for it.

• Location: Bharatpur, 50 kilometers from Agra.

• Entry Fee: 75 rupees for Indians and 500 rupees for foreigners.

• Open: Sunrise until sunset.

• When to Visit: August to November for resident breeding birds

and November to March for migrant birds.