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Unveiling the Untamed Power in Golden Tiger Eyes

Penetrating golden eyes fixate on you, revealing the raw intensity of a tiger’s resolute gaze.

Ranthambore stands out as my preferred tiger reserve among the ones I’ve explored. The presence of a centuries-old fort nestled amid the jungle and ruins in this park reflects its rich history. During a sunny morning safari, after patiently waiting at one spot, we decided to explore other areas. Just 500 meters away, we spotted a tigress near a waterhole. Surprisingly, we had passed the same spot only 15 minutes earlier. The tigress appeared content, likely cooling off after a meal. As she got up, she suddenly noticed us, fixing us with a gaze that left an indelible impression. Already approximately 20 meters away, we instructed our gypsy driver to reverse a bit. As anticipated, she rose and strolled alongside our gypsy, disappearing into the depths of the jungle. This encounter remains etched in my memory.

Parimal Bansal

Surat, Gujarat, India