Ranakpur

Ranakpur, the religious city of Rajasthan
An overview of the city of Ranakpur
Ranakpur is a located in between two famous city of Rajasthan named Jaipur and Udaipur. According to geographical definition, this is a valet based city of Aravalli range. This beautiful Jain pilgrimage city is actually coined its name from the Rana Kumbha. From a long time this is one of the most beautiful cities of western India which is often explored by the tourist from different regions for its excellent marble made Jain temple which dedicated to Jain deity Adinath.

According to different sources, it can be said that this temple was constructed on the land dedicated by Rana Kumbha to form this Jain Temple in 1439 AD. From that time, this temple used to be an imperative pilgrimage place for Jain people. Nowadays travelers from different religions and regions love to travel this place only to satisfy their eyes by witnessing the wonder of architecture of this Jain temple. Apart from the architecture of this temple, the exotic surroundings of this city are another attraction for traveling here. The ancient palaces of this city give an insight about the rich art and architecture of Rajasthan in bygone periods.

Interesting locations to visit in Ranakpur

• Neminath temple- This Jain temple can be described as the centre of attraction after traveling this city. This marble made temple is located in the near the foot of the Aravalli hill of the city. The wonderful construction of this city in an adverse dense forest and mountain encircled location makes this city more unusual for its travelers. The brilliance of its architecture and presence of this religious site away from the madding crowd makes it more special for the travelers. The breathtaking marble carvings and peaceful environment of this temple makes it as a must to see place for its travelers.

The reflection of lights over the marbles makes it a mesmerizing location for the tourists. This temple has no electricity inside and so it is often lighted by oil lamps or candles. This illuminating process by using candles brings a heavenly outlook inside the temple. The spell bound look of this temple in the full moon night will draw you to this temple once more. Most of the tourist prefers to visit this temple while they are traveling in Rajasthan.

• Sun Temple- This is another beautiful Jain temple, located 300metre side from the main marble temple which was built in 13th century. Though this temple is not as architecturally prosperous like the main temple, but its sculptures leave an attractive appeal to its viewers. For this amazing architecture, it can be defined as one of the wonder of architecture in this city.

• Chaumukha temple-This is another Jain temple with displayed the four different faces of the Tirthankara’s, which indicated the battle of these Jain deities against the four different problems of universe.

• Maharani Bagh- If you are looking for experiencing a majestic lodging experience in Ranakpur, and then this hotel will help you to fulfill your wish. In this hotel, you will get an idea about the life of the Royal people by staying few days in this heritage hotel.

Shopping in Ranakpur
Handcrafts- If you are in search for buying some souvenir from this Jain city, then opt for buying the beautiful art crafts of the local people, that may includes the items like jute textiles, jewellery, pottery etc.

 

Travel Mode:

Planning to go this place via Indian Rail?

 Visit www.indianrail.gov.in. /‎ for knowing specific trains going to this place. You may book your train tickets at www.irctc.co.in/‎ 

Planning to go this place via Bus?

 Visit https://rsrtc.rajasthan.gov.in 

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