One of the most popular parks in India, Bandhavgarh National Park is renowned for the highest density of tigers in the region - situated in the Umaria district of Madhya Pradesh. Besides its numerous tigers, the park is home to a large array of wildlife including sloth bears, deer, leopards and jackals. Birdwatchers will delight in the plethora of species that inhabit rocky crags, the auburn forest floor, and the mottled forest canopy. Declared a national park in 1968, Bandhavgarh was named after an ancient fort built on 800-metre-high (2,624 foot) cliffs in the park. From its zenith, one can enjoy incredible views of the park (note prior permission is required).