Jhalrapatan
General information
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Ideal Duration:
Duration: 4 to 5 HoursPlace Type:
Category: Heritage City / PilgrimageBest Photo Spots:
Photo Spots:
Sun Temple Exterior: The detailed carvings on the outer walls are a photographer's dream.
River Ghats: Especially during the evening light. ...Photo Spots:
Sun Temple Exterior: The detailed carvings on the outer walls are a photographer's dream.
River Ghats: Especially during the evening light.Photo Gallery
Things To Do
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Sun Temple Visit: Marvel at the intricate sculptures of the 97-foot spire.
Temple Hopping: Explore the Shantinath Jain Temple and Dwarkadheesh Temple.
River Walk: Visit the ruins of the 7th-century temples on the banks of Chandrabhaga.
Local Shopping: Buy famous Kota Doria sarees and local handicrafts from the Patan markets.
Food Tasting: Try the local Kachoris and sweets in the old town area.
Heritage Walk: Walk along the old city walls to see the ancient gateways.
Photography: Capture the life of the "City of Bells" during the evening Aarti. ...
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Why Famous:
Famous for the 10th-century Sun Temple and the title "City of Bells" due to its numerous shrines.
Cultural Hub: Home to the historic Chandrabhaga Fair. ...Famous for the 10th-century Sun Temple and the title "City of Bells" due to its numerous shrines.
Cultural Hub: Home to the historic Chandrabhaga Fair. -
Architecture:
Architecture Style: Early Medieval and Pratihara style for temples; planned urban grid for the town.
Dimensions: The Sun Temple spire is 97 feet tall; the city is enclosed by a massive stone wall. ...Architecture Style: Early Medieval and Pratihara style for temples; planned urban grid for the town.
Dimensions: The Sun Temple spire is 97 feet tall; the city is enclosed by a massive stone wall. -
How To Reach:
By Air: Kota (90 km).
By Train: Jhalawar City Station (5 km).
By Road: On NH52.
Local Transport: Shared autos and private taxis from Jhalawar are frequent. ... -
Near Tourist Places:
1. Sun Temple (0 km), 2. Chandrabhaga Temple (1 km), 3. Jhalawar City (7 km), 4. Garh Palace (7 km), 5. Gagron Fort (12 km), 6. Kalisindh Dam (10 km), 7. Herbal Garden (5 km), 8. Gomti Sagar Lake (5 km), 9. Bhawani Natyashala (7. 5 km), 10. Buddhist Caves (85 km).
Tourism Tips
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Health: Stay hydrated; the town walk involves a lot of standing.
Packing: Modest clothing is required for temple entries.
Cash: Carry cash; the local markets do not always accept cards. ATMs are plentifu...
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