Bharatpur bird sanctuary/keoladeo Ghana National Park is located in the Rajasthan state of India. The name Keoladeo is derived from an ancient Hindu temple inside the park, devoted to lord Shiva whereas ‘Ghana’ means dense, which refers to the thick forest, which used to cover the area. Bharatpur wildlife sanctuary is a home to over 400 species of unique, rare birds that includes the migratory water birds including the world’s famous Siberian crane. This sanctuary also shelters rare and endangered species of birds. You can also enjoy an exciting boat safari in Bharatpur National park to explore the natural beauty of the park. You can also hire a rickshaw to spot birds in the park. Rickshaw drivers are well trained and can be quite helpful in your bird spotting adventure.
The best time to visit Bharatpur bird Sanctuary is from August-November and October-February for migratory birds including Siberian Cranes.
