Explore the stunning Jain Temple in Ranakpur on this full-day tour from Jodhpur. Travel back in time as you wander the grounds of this impressive structure that took more than 65 years to build. See the idol of Adinath and the five pillars that hold various symbols of the Jain faith. This tour puts travelers in touch with the culture, religion and heritage of this incredible destination, before it concludes in Udaipur
Ranakpur Jain temple or Chaturmukha Dharana Vihara is a Jain temple at Ranakpur is dedicated to Tirthankara Rishabhanatha. The temple is located in a village of Ranakpur near Sadri town in the Pali district of Rajasthan.
Darna Shah, a local Jain businessperson, started construction of the temple in the 15th century following a divine vision. The temple honors Adinath, the first Tirthankar of the present half-cycle (avasarpiṇī) according to Jain cosmology. The Ranakpur temple is one of the largest and most important temples of Jain culture. The campus includes various temples such as Chaumukha temple, Surya temple, Suparshvanatha temple and Amba temple.
Ranakpur Temple is a Jain temple located in the state of Rajasthan. Jainism is an Indian religion that emphasizes non-violence and asceticism. Jain temples are few and far between and Ranakpur is noted by some people as being the most beautiful. Another famous grouping of Jain temples are the temples of Khajuraho, famous for their amorous carvings.
For us, it was a three hour drive from Udaipur to Ranakpur Temple. It takes about an hour to visit the temple, the perfect amount of time to get out of the car and stretch your legs before resuming your journey.
Pickup and drop-off at hotel, airport, railway station, or bus station