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The Marble Temple · Rajasthan city guide
Ranakpur, the marble temple
A forest valley in the Aravallis, home to one of the most beautiful Jain temples in India.
Ideal stayHalf day or 1 night
Best timeOctober – March
Built15th century
From UdaipurAbout 90 km
About Ranakpur
Why visit.
The Chaumukha temple at Ranakpur was built in the 15th century and is dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain Tirthankara. Its marble halls hold more than 1,400 carved pillars, and no two are said to be alike.
Ranakpur sits in a quiet valley between Udaipur and Jodhpur, and is an easy stop on that drive, often combined with Kumbhalgarh Fort.
01 / Things to do
Top things to do in Ranakpur.
- Chaumukha Jain TempleThe main temple with its forest of carved pillars.
- Sun TempleA smaller temple with carvings of horses and chariots.
- Kumbhalgarh FortA great hill fort about 50 km away.
02 / Food & shopping
Eat, browse and take home.
- Temple bhojanshalaA simple vegetarian dining hall run by the temple.
- Countryside resortsPeaceful places to stay in the valley.
03 / Getting there
How to reach Ranakpur.
- By airUdaipur airport is about 90 km away.
- By railFalna station is the nearest railway.
- By roadAbout 2 hours from Udaipur, 3 hours from Jodhpur.
04 / Good to know
A few friendly tips.
Can non-Jains visit Ranakpur?
Yes. Visitors are usually allowed from midday. Ask us for current timings.
What should I wear?
Modest clothes. Leather items are not allowed inside the temple.
Can I combine Ranakpur with Kumbhalgarh?
Yes. They are about 50 km apart.
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