| Ranakpur in the state of Rajasthan is one of the five most important pilgrimage site s of Jainism. It is home to an exceptionally beautiful temple complex in the Aravali ranges and a must visit for the tourists coming to this region.
Ranakpur is named after Rana Kumbha whom Dharna Sah, a Jain businessman, approached when he had the vision of his great temple to ask for the land for its construction. Renowned for some marvelously carved Jain temples in amber stone, Ranakpur is one of the five holiest places of the Jain community and exceptional in beauty. Situated at a distance of around 60 km from Udaipur, these temples were constructed in the AD 1439.
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It is situated around 60 km north of Udaipur in Pali district |
Built by |
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Dharna Sah, a Jain businessman |
| Buit in |
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AD 1439 |
| Highlights |
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Ancient Jain temple with a splendid architecture |
| How to reach |
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Nearest airport is Udaipur,By Bus
From Udaipur (98 km)
Ajmer to Mt. Abu route, 36 kms. from Falna.
From Udaipur it takes 5 hours by bus.
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