Jogi Mahal

Jogi Mahal is a historic forest rest house located within Ranthambore National Park in Rajasthan. Originally built as a royal hunting lodge by the Maharajas of Jaipur around the 17th century, this heritage structure showcases Rajput architecture. Situated at the edge of Padam Talao lake and approximately 500 meters from Ranthambore Fort, it is home to India's second largest banyan tree. The monument is now abandoned but remains visible during wildlife safaris through Zone 3.

Visitors can view Jogi Mahal from safari vehicles while traveling through Zone 3 of Ranthambore National Park. The structure features red sandstone walls with intricate Rajput architectural details. It stands beside Padam Talao, the largest lake in the park, offering views of water bodies and surrounding forests. The nearby second largest banyan tree in India provides a notable natural landmark. Wildlife sightings including tigers, birds, and other animals are possible in this zone.

Built around the 17th century as a hunting lodge for the Maharajas of Jaipur and their royal guests. The structure served as a resting place during royal hunting expeditions in the forests surrounding Ranthambore Fort. It represents one of the oldest heritage structures in the Ranthambore region and exemplifies traditional Rajput architecture with intricate design elements.

The site holds cultural importance as a testament to the royal hunting traditions of Rajasthan's Jaipur royalty. The adjacent banyan tree, estimated to be over 500-700 years old, is considered sacred and is the second largest banyan tree in India after the one in Shibpur Botanical Garden, West Bengal.