Keoladeo Ghana National Park

Keoladeo Ghana National Park began in 1733 when the Bharatpur maharaja dammed a nearby canal, which created a marshland and attracted many birds. Keoladeo Ghana then became a duck hunting preserve for Maharaja Suraj until 1965 when hunting was banned.

In 1983, Keoladeo Ghana became a national park and today is a breeding ground for many birds, over 375 species of birds have been recorded. The best time to visit is between October and February when many migratory birds are visiting. Birds are the most visible in the early morning or evening. Some of the species include heron, egrets, geese, owls, kingfishers, Saras cranes and cormorants.

The Keoladeo Ghana National Park was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.