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On hearing the name of Rajasthan, on one hand the picture of golden valleys and desert comes to the fore, while on the other hand, the natural beauty, greenery and historical forts of the Aravali mountain region attract the tourists. If you are also fond of adventure, trekking and spending time among nature, then a very exciting news has come for you. The distance and journey between two of the most popular and historical tourist destinations of Rajasthan—Ranakpur and Kumbhalgarh—has now become even more pleasant and thrilling. On the initiative of the Forest Department and Tourism Administration, a 16 kilometer long new Jungle Trekking Trail passing through the dense forests of the Aravalli hills between Ranakpur and Kumbhalgarh has been completely completed. With the opening of this new track, not only will the tourists coming from India and abroad get a new and unique experience, but tourism will also gain wings in this beautiful region of Mewar and Marwar.
Ranakpur is famous all over the world for its world famous Jain temple and Kumbhalgarh for its historical wall and fort. Till now the distance between these two places was covered by road, but there was a long-standing demand of tourists that there should be a well-organized route for walking or nature trail in this natural and wildlife area. Keeping this in mind, the Forest Department has developed this special forest path of about 16 kilometers long in the lap of Aravali. This track starts from the forests of Ranakpur and reaches Kumbhalgarh Fort through Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary. The deep valleys, dense forests, gurgling rivers and different types of trees on the way make this journey feel like an adventure film.
For those who want to spend time close to nature in a peaceful environment away from the crowd, this 16 kilometer forest path is no less than a paradise. While walking on this track, tourists get a panoramic view of the ancient hills of Aravalli. There are many natural places on the way where tourists can sit and enjoy the chirping of birds and cool breeze. On this route, one gets a chance to see different types of wild animals and medicinal plants closely. Keeping in mind the environment and wildlife rules, this track has been designed in such a way that there is no harm to nature and tourists can enjoy trekking in a completely safe environment. The local administration believes that this track will give Rajasthan a new identity on the adventure tourism map.
The opening of this new jungle track between Ranakpur and Kumbhalgarh will not only provide an exciting experience to the tourists, but will also open new doors to the local economy and employment. The development of this route will boost the business of homestays, local guides, traditional handicrafts and food stalls in the surrounding rural areas. Local youth are being trained as nature guides for trekking enthusiasts, so that they can get employment opportunities. This area, located on the border of Pali and Rajsamand districts, was till now known for its historical heritage, but with the start of this new eco-tourism project, the number of tourists staying here will also increase, which has brought happiness on the faces of local businessmen.
Since this 16 kilometer forest path completely passes through the sensitive and protected area of Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, some strict rules have also been made for the safety of tourists and conservation of wildlife. Walking on this track alone or without permission will be prohibited. Tourists will have to enter this track with a guide only after obtaining a permit from the official portal of the Forest Department or from the Ranakpur-Kumbhalgarh ticket counter. For security reasons, patrolling teams will be deployed on the route and concrete arrangements have also been made for emergency assistance. Winter season is considered to be the best to visit this track, because during this time the weather here remains pleasant and the greenery all around is at its peak. If you too are planning to visit Rajasthan this time, then definitely include trekking of this new 16 km forest path from Ranakpur to Kumbhalgarh in your wishlist.