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sculptured Jain temples mark the glory of this renowned place. Marked as
one of the five holy places for the Jain community, these were created
in the 15 the century. During the reign of Rana Kumbha and are enclosed
within a wall. The central Chaumukha [four faced temple] is dedicated to
Adinathji the temple is an astounding creation with 29 halls and 1,444
pillars all distinctly carved and no two being alike is a amazing
evidence of the genius sense of architecture that enhances the charm of
the place. Every temple has this conceivable surface carved with equal
delicacy. The ambience of Ranakpur is mainly highlighted by the location
and the almost divine architecture, giving the same hue as its counter
part - the great Dilwara Temple's. in Mt-Abu. Facing the main temple are
the unique temples -Parasvanath - Neminath with exquisite figures
carving similar to that Khujaraho sculptures. Another temple worth
visiting is the nearby 'Sun Temple' dedicated to the 'Sun God' (Surya-the
master of all the planets and the provider of light to the whole
universe) adorned with polygonal wall, richly embellished with the
carvings of warriors, horses and solar (Nakshatras, grahs') deities
riding splendid 'chariots' the vehicle of the 'Sun God'- which
accordingly to the Hindu Mythology is the God of prosperity and a
shining destiny in this world. Many throng this shrine for these
blessings. Overall Ranakpur is known as ' The tranquil pilgrimage town'.
For the buffs a ride to the outskirts like ' Sadari' - 'Desuri'- 'Ghanerao'-
'Narhai', serves the purpose of their satisfaction.
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