Sharp
cliffs of hills and narrow valleys of the Aravallis dominate the landscape
of Sariska, whose forests are dry and deciduous. Within the Sariska wildlife
sanctuary there are the ruins of medieval temples of Garh-Rajor, belonging
to the 10th and 11th centuries.
The
Sariska park is home to numerous carnivores including Leopard, Wild Dog,
Jungle Cat, Hyena, Jackal, and Tiger. These feed on an abundance of prey
species such as Sambar, Chitel, Nilgai, Chausingha, Wild Boar and Langur.
Sariska is also well known for its large population of Rhesus Monkeys, which
are found in large numbers around Talvriksh.
The avian world is also well represented with a rich and varied birdlife.
These include Peafowl, Grey Partridge, Bush Quail, Sand Grouse, Tree Pie,
Golden backed Wood Pecker, Crested Serpent Eagle and the Great Indian Horned
Owl.
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