Located in Bharatpur, Rajasthan.

Bharatpur Bird sanctuary attracts thousands of indigenous as
well as migratory birds every year including the world-
renowned Siberian Cranes.

The sanctuary covers an area of approximately 29 sq km, 10
sq km of which comprises of fresh water marshes, shallow
lakes and bogs.

The Sanctuary was given the status of the National Park on
10th March 1982, and was declared a World Heritage Site in
December 1985.