Balas Sanctuary / Zone no. 8

Sawai Man Singh Sanctuary (Eco- Tourism Site) Balas:-An attractive spot “Balas” is situated 9 km. away from Sawai Madhopur near the “Sita Mata Khoho.” Which is an attractive picnic spot for local people .This area is a beautiful combination of two different mountain ranges ancient Arawalli and Vindhyas. Due to these two mountain ranges, area is very rich in beauty and tourists’ choice. The Vindhyas system is characterized by flat table tops (plateaus) locally known as “Dang” and Aravallis are characterized by sharp ridges. Dang have been laid by trails and also motorable path have been laid to watch and enjoy Dang’s beautiful views. They constitute elevated rocky slopes, cliffs and flat bottoms with deep and fertile soil. Maha-kho and Chidi-kho are two khos which are very rich in mist. They have water and mist throughout the year.