PALI BIRD SANCTUARY
PALI BIRD SANCTUARY Lying between Jodhpur and Ranakpur, the Sardar Samad Palace is a superb hunting lodge overlooking a large lake. The spectacularly spacious lodge was built by Maharaja Umaid Singh. It provides a breadth taking view of the famous Sardar Samad Lake, teeming with birdlife. Apart from the echoing birdlife on the lake, spotted deer and black buck also roam in the gentle forests around the lake. Accessibility : 70kms south-east of Jodhpur, this sedate lake and summer palace of the rulers of Jodhpur is approached by road. Accommodation : The erstwhile palace has been turned into a luxury Hotel. Season : October to March.