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Jain
jain site
Peak season
Ranakpur Jain Temple
Adinath (Rishabhanatha)
Location
Ranakpur, Rajasthan
Darshan
Devotees: 6:00 AM onwards
Best time
October, November, December
Difficulty
easy
Est. cost / person
₹6,000
About Ranakpur Jain Temple
The Ranakpur Jain Temple, dedicated to Adinath, is one of the most magnificent Jain temples in India. Built in the 15th century from light-coloured marble, its Chaturmukha (four-faced) design features 1,444 intricately carved pillars, no two alike, and 29 halls. Set in a tranquil Aravalli valley, it is celebrated for its extraordinary craftsmanship.
Commissioned by Dharna Shah with the patronage of Rana Kumbha of Mewar in the 15th century; named after the ruler.
Darshan & Aarti
Darshan timings
- · Devotees: 6:00 AM onwards
- · Tourists: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM (photography with ticket)
Aarti schedule
- Morning Puja — Early morning (For devotees)
🚌 How to reach
By Air
Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur (95 km)
Flights from Delhi, Mumbai; onward taxi ~2.5 hrs.
By Rail
Falna (35 km) / Udaipur (90 km)
Falna is the nearest railhead.
By Road
In the Aravalli hills between Udaipur and Jodhpur.
- Udaipur: 90 km · ~2.5h · via Gogunda–Sadri
- Jodhpur: 160 km · ~3.5h · via Pali–Sadri
Last mile: Taxis from Udaipur/Falna; ample parking at the temple complex.
Estimated expense (per person)
| Udaipur–Ranakpur taxi | ₹2,500 |
| Stay (1 night) | ₹2,500 |
| Entry, meals & local transport | ₹1,000 |
| Total | ₹6,000 |
Often combined with Kumbhalgarh Fort (50 km).
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📍 Nearby attractions
Kumbhalgarh Fort
UNESCO hill fort
Udaipur
City of Lakes