Ranthamb National Park has once been the princely game conserve, lying at the junction of Aravali and Vindhyas in eastern Rajasthan. Known for the Indian Tigers, it also boasts of a tenth century fort, Dhok sands, plateau grasslands, meadows in valleys and lush green foliage around the canals. It has three big lakes Padam Talab, Malik Talab and Raj Bagh that abound with aquatic vegetation such as duckweeds, lilies and lotus. The 'Great Boundary Fault' where the Vindhaya plateau meets the Aravali range, is a unique geological feature, whereas two rivers known as Chambal and Banas flow across the park. Besides the tiger, which is the chief attraction here, other fauna of the park includes Owlets, Langurs, Leopards, Caracals, Hyenas, Jackals, Jungle Cats, marsh Crocodiles, Wild Boars, Bears and various species of Deer. The livestock of the villagers within and around Ranthambhor have been cause of serious problems in the reserve. Tiger hunting is prohibited here. Sunrise and dusk are the best timings to explore the park. One can hope to click some most beautiful moments of tigers in their rare and relaxed moments. Patience may also help you to spot tigers scaling trees like other cats, which they can do only up to 16 months of age of after which they too heavy to do so.