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"A Spiritual Oasis in Aravali"

Ranakpur Tourism

Ranakpur is a small quaint town nestled amid the secluded valley of Aravali Ranges in Rajasthan. Situated around 96 km North of Udaipur in Pali district, it is an important destination for Jain pilgrims. The place presents a unique spectacle of verdant greenery and gushing streams, an unusual sight in Rajasthan. Immersed in the vibrant culture with a myriad of enrapturing beauty in store, Ranakpur has made its way on the list of must-visit destinations in Rajasthan.
It is named after Rana Kumbha, who donated some land for the place.

There are many temples dedicated to different Tirthankaras in Jainism like Adinatha, Parasnath and Chaumukha Temple with marvellous architectures. Rightly nicknamed as 'A spiritual oasis in Aravalli', Ranakpur is a place with mesmerising beauty that will leave you awe-inspired with a rejuvenated soul.

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A Spiritual Oasis in Aravalli

History of Ranakpur

Set amidst the grand cities of Jodhpur and Udaipur in Rajasthan, with their sumptuous history and extravagant heritage, lies a small village town by the name of Ranakpur, in the Pali district of the land of the colourful melange of forts, palaces, delicious cuisines, ravishing outfits and warm & dear hospitality. Ranakpur has long been known to be one of the most important and fascinating Jain temple complexes to have ever been built. The vast number of marble pillars which are very intricately carved to be similar but not the same are said to be 1,444 in total according to popular belief and stand firm across the entire temple complex, which is said to cover an area of over 48,000 square feet. The history of the construction of the architectural marvel, that is Ranakpur is said to have all begun from a vivid dream that a local and wealthy Jain businessman, by the name of Dharma Shah had - in which he envisioned paying homage to the First Tirthankar of the Jain religion - Lord Adinath, also known as Lord Rishabhanatha by building a magnificent temple in his honour. After this divine reverie, Dharma Shah went to the then Rajput monarch of the time - Rana Kumbha, to seek his patronage in building this temple. In the 15th century, the construction of the temple complex began under the support of King Rana Kumbha, who not only generously provided funds but also a huge plot of land to Dharma Shah, to build this temple on. To honour the invaluable support of the monarch - the temple and the township around it were named Ranakpur after the name ‘Rana Kumbha’.

Ranakpur Jain Temple- Another Masterpiece of Jain Architecture

Dedicated to Lord Adinath, the first Tirthankara of Jains, Ranakpur is one of the most important pilgrim sites for Jains. The majestic temple was built in the 15th century during the reign of Rana Kumbha. A renowned businessman of the time, Dharna Shah went to the king with his vision and was eventually offered the land to build the temple. Interestingly, the name of the place is derived from the name of the king himself. Adinath Temple: Spread over an area of around 48,000 sq.ft, 1444 light-tinted marble pillars support the structure of temple which includes four subsidiary shrines, 29 pillared halls and 80 domes. Notably, no two pillars have the same design carved on them. It is also said that it is impossible to count all the pillars at once. Chaumukha Temple: One distinctive feature of this temple lies in is the exquisite carving of a statue out of one marble which has 108 snakes. It faces in all the four directions and is known as 'Chaumukha' in Jainism. All the statues in the temple face each other. This temple, with its distinctively carved domes, ‘shikhara’, turrets and cupolas, rises royally from the hill.

Ranakpur Festival

The sacred town of Ranakpur witnesses an annual festival in the month of October. South Indian Bharatnatyam and Rajasthani folk performances are the main highlights along with the renditions by renowned dance performers and vocal artists. Tourists from all over the country visit Ranakpur during the festival. Cultural programmes are held at ‘Muktakash’, an outdoor auditorium at the Surya Mandir aka Sun Temple. One can also enjoy Jungle Jeep Safaris and craft fair during the festival.

Important Tips

Leather products are not allowed inside the temple. Non Jains are allowed inside the temple only between 12 PM to 5 PM. Morning hours are dedicated for prayers only.

Restaurants and Local Food in Ranakpur

Ranakpur Temple offers delicious vegetarian Jain food within the premises at affordable prices (INR 50). Do not expect luxurious restaurants and high end eating joints. There are 'bhojanshalas' in Dharamshalas where you can buy a coupon and have food. But take care of the time as Jain Food is not available at night.
There are several in-house restaurant options like Ranakpur Hill Resort and Hotel Fateh Bagh where you can enjoy delicacies of various cuisines.
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Suggested Itinerary for Ranakpur

Day 1 - Reach Ranakpur, preferably by noon and take some rest. In the evening, you can go to the main market for a stroll, where you can buy precious curios and souvenirs, especially silver jewellery and gemstones.

Day 2 - The 2nd day should be the ideal time for starting your trip through Ranakpur Jain Temples, after which you can proceed to the ancient Surya Narayan Temple, which is another architectural wonder worth a visit in Ranakpur.

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How to Reach Ranakpur

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Ranakpur does not have an Airport of a Railway Station. Nearest city, Udaipur is connected with the rest of the country. Cabs and Buses are available from Udaipur, regularly.

How to reach Ranakpur by flight

Udaipur Airport located around 60 km south of Ranakpur serves as the nearest airbase to the town. It connects the place to several major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Jodhpur, Aurangabad and Jaipur via regular flights. Take a taxi from the airport to the required destination which is easily available.

How to reach Ranakpur by road

Regular buses owned by State transport corporation plies to and fro from Udaipur connecting major cities like Jodhpur, Ajmer, Jaipur, Chittaurgarh, Ahmedabad, Mumbai, Delhi, Vadodara, Indore, Kota and Mount Abu. You will also find several private buses operating as well. It will further take another three hours of drive from Udaipur till Ranakpur.

How to reach Ranakpur by train

Udaipur also serves as the nearest major railway station to Ranakpur. Phalna is also an option which lies close to the town but tourists mostly prefer to get down at Udaipur. You can find several direct trains to the Udaipur station including from Delhi, Ajmer, Chittaurgarh and Jaipur.

Local transport in Ranakpur

Ranakpur is a small village with no many options of transport available. You will not find any taxi service or rickshaws in the area. However, there is an option of hiring a private car near Ranakpur Temple to take in and around the place. Besides that walking around the village and exploring its beautiful culture and traditions is the best way to enjoy the place. However, make sure you plan your trip keeping in mind the weather conditions in the region and enjoy this verdant village amid the desert state.

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FAQs on Ranakpur

What is the local food in Ranakpur?

Ranakpur Temple offers delicious vegetarian Jain food within the premises at affordable prices (INR 50). Do not expect luxurious restaurants and high end eating joints. There are 'bhojanshalas' in Dharamshalas where you can buy a coupon and have food. But take care of the time as Jain Food is not available at night.
There are several in-house restaurant options like Ranakpur Hill Resort and Hotel Fateh Bagh where you can enjoy delicacies of various cuisines.
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What are the places near Ranakpur?

The top places near to Ranakpur are Udaipur which is 64 km from Ranakpur, Kumbhalgarh which is located 11 km from Ranakpur, Jaipur which is located 305 km from Ranakpur, Nathdwara which is located 40 km from Ranakpur, Rajsamand which is located 41 km from Ranakpur

What are the things to do in Ranakpur?

The top things to do in Ranakpur are Ranakpur Jain Temple, Sadri, Surya Narayan Temple, Shopping in Ranakpur, Muchhal Mahavir Temple, Narlai. You can see all the places to visit in Ranakpur here

How much does a package cost for Ranakpur?

The packages for Ranakpur start at INR 11200 which can be further customized based on number of people, days, hotel category, vehicle type and customizations. You can have a look at all packages here

What is the best way to reach Ranakpur?

Ranakpur does not have an Airport of a Railway Station. Nearest city, Udaipur is connected with the rest of the country. Cabs and Buses are available from Udaipur, regularly.
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What is the best time to visit Ranakpur?

Lying in the tropical climatic zone, Ranakpur experiences typical hot and dry summers. The maximum temperature during the season rises up to 42 degrees Celcius resulting in scorching heat. Monsoon receives scanty rainfalls but drops in temperature are observed. Winters with mercury varying between 11 and 20 degrees Celcius are recommended as the best time to explore the town.
Ranakpur Festival is one of the major attractions which is held in October. Tourists from all over the country visit Ranakpur during the festival.


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Who should visit Ranakpur?

Ranakpur is a popular destination for Jain pilgrims. It is an ideal destination for history lovers and spiritual seekers. The famous Adinath temple is nothing short of an architectural marvel with an interesting history associated with it.

What is not so good about Ranakpur?

It is primarily a religious and cultural destination with Temples being the major attractions. Other than that, there's little to explore.

What is famous about Ranakpur?

A beautiful confluence of nature and culture.

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Q. Aren't there Jain dharmshalas ?

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5 years ago
Shri Ranakpur Tirth is one the best Jain Dharamshalas in Ranakpur.
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Constance B

on Ranakpur Jain Temple 5 years ago
Free for indian, 200 roupies for foreign. 100 roupies for photo (but free for indian). Inside you can’t see all, so you pay more to see less ! 1rst : Religion is FREE ! 2nd : Religion is for ALL ! No (Read More) tolerance, only discrimination and racism, just because we are not indian, but jain is not only in India, and all indian are not jain !! Open your mind ! Shame on you and shame on jain ! Afficher moins

Devyani Chandra

5 years ago
- Make sure you carry a camera to capture the essence of culture and traditions oozing out of the city.
- Avoid travelling the city during summers owing to hot and dry weather and heat.
- Carry (Read More) packed food along with you while exploring the village owing to lack of restaurants at proper interval.
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