Located in the hills of eastern Rajasthan northeast of Jaipur, the city of Sawai Madhopur provides visitors a hub for regional exploration and in particular, trips into the Ranthambhore National Park. In fact the two major attractions here are the Ranthambhore Fort and the National Park. If you’re lucky, you might spot one of quite a few of the majestic tigers roaming through the park’s vast wilderness area.

The lovely rolling hills of Aravallis and Vindhayas surrounding Sawai Madhopur create an attractive pleasant atmosphere that extends into the small city itself. Either before or after a trip to the fort and the national park, some time exploring the city centre will be well spent – particularly in exploring the shops and markets. Sawai Madhopur and the neighbouring communities are well known for their ethnic bandhani and lahariya block printed designs on textiles, as well as for antique furniture, wood and metal handicrafts, carpets and exquisite silver jewellery.