Deep within the jungle of the Royal Anandapur Forest, there is a place lush with mystique and fantastical legend. Once a lure for hunting the majestic tiger, this palace has a dark and odious story, but has since been brought into the light and transformed into a safe haven for the indigenous creatures of Southeast Asia. Built along the Chakranadi river and in the distant shadow of the formidable Mount Everest, the Maharajah Jungle Trek invites conservationists and explorers alike to encounter the Magic of these extraordinary creatures. Here, we may spot a Komodo dragon sunbathing on the rocky shores of a gentle stream, or perhaps sneak a peek of a swishy-tailed Macaque lurking in the shadowy cliffs. As curiosity beckons us deeper and deeper into the ruins, faded paintings on the cracked stone walls reveal the rightful reigning monarch of this kingdom: the mighty tiger.
Evidence that this was once an opulent and lavish retreat is found in the intricate stone carvings and ornate, palatial architecture. Even as it crumbles, there is beauty in this place as it unravels in surrender to the wild beyond. Nature has won the triumphant victory over the stone walls which sought to contain it. Climbing and sprawling like capricious vines, the natural order has been restored, beautiful and boundless. Delicate flags wave in a gentle breeze, whispering prayers of serenity to all who pass below. For those who seek harmony with nature, who feel enriched and enthralled by its inimitable presence, this is a space of renewal. It is a place to feel connected to the natural world and its infinite wonders. Here, we experience the peace that surrounds this sacred space, and find the Magic that is hidden in the heart of the jungle.
Music: Too of Many by Deskant