Ranakpur may be approached by rail through Phalna or through an excellent network of navigable roads from various parts of the state such as Jodhpur, Mount Abu and Udaipur. Dabok airport near Udaipur is the closest air connectivity to Ranakpur.
Rana Kumbha, the benevolent king granted Dharna Sha a businessman land to build the famed Jain temples in the city. Thus Ranakpur is named after this beloved king. The city is considered a holy land for the Jains and the temples are believed to have been built in 1439 AD.
The Jain temple at Ranakpur is the city's major tourist attraction. Built over 40000sq feet of land, the sprawling temple is known for its intricate carvings and architectural beauty. The main deity here is Adinath. The temple rests on 1444 pillars and the realistic sculptures of celestial nymphs are the major draw of this temple. The two huge bells weighing 108 kgs each add to the temple's allure. There are three lesser temples in the precincts.
Maharani Bagh Orchard Retreat and such heritage hotels in the city offer the best possible luxuries to the visitors and tourists. Other hotels in Ranakpur include Shivika Lake Hotel, Ranakpur Hill Resort and Fateh Bagh. Excellent restaurants such as Roopam cater to the visitors' palate with an array of delicious dishes.
