India is a treasure of religion, culture and architecture. Here not only Hindu temples, but also amazing heritage of Jain, Buddhist and Muslim religious places are seen. Ranakpur Jain Temple located in Rajasthan is one of such amazing sites. This temple is counted among the five major Jain temples of India and its beauty and architecture make it different from other temples. Let’s know some special points that make Ranakpur Jain Temple special.

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1. Excellence in architecture
Ranakpur Jain Temple is famous all over the world for its architecture. The temple was built in the 15th century and its design is extremely complex and wide. Each carving here is done with hands, in which fine carvings of deities, flowers, animals and geometric shapes are seen. The temple has 1,444 columns and each column carvings are different. This amazing variety makes it a precious example of architecture.

2. Historical importance and religious importance
Ranakpur Jain Temple was built by Acharya Dharampal and is dedicated to Lord Ratnasinh Jain. For followers of Jainism, this temple is not only a place of worship, but also the center of meditation and faith. Thousands of devotees come here every year and mainly Mahavir Jayanti and other Jain festivals are specially worshiped and organized.

3. Amazing confluence of craftsmanship
The biggest feature of Ranakpur temple is its craftsmanship. Each column, roof and wall are carved so closely here that there is no repeat in any column or part. The stories and teachings of Jainism are depicted in this carving. The main pavilion of the temple is extremely vast and its design is such that every person who sees it is surprised at its complexity and beauty.

4. Natural environment and site
Ranakpur Jain Temple is situated among the hills of Aravalli. The surrounding natural landscape increases the grandeur of the temple even further. Greenery and calm environment make it an ideal place for meditation, practice and spirituality. This is the reason why devotees and tourists like to stay here for a long time.

5. Major center of religious tourism
Ranakpur Jain Temple holds an important place in the religious tourism of Rajasthan and India. Tourists coming from the country and abroad here not only want to see the faith of Jainism but also to experience the experience of ancient art, culture and architecture of India. There are also many guesthouse and lodge around the temple, so that tourists can easily visit here.

6. Other attractions
There are many small temples and places of worship around Ranakpur Jain Temple. Apart from the main temple, the carving of colorful idols and roofs is worth seeing here. Apart from this, due to the safety, cleanliness and convenience of the temple, it becomes a safe and comfortable place for tourists.