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Nagda In Udaipur
Tourism in Udaipur city is expanding because of the uniqueness that is present in each attraction i.e.; none of the two Udaipur attractions are the same. When you want visit any place to relax it is not always that you love the glossy and noisy life. A trip to Nagda at Udaipur is without hassles as there is a wide variety of transport from the main center of Udaipur . You can either hire your own vehicle or travel by the public transport. Again while hiring your own vehicle you can choose between luxurious car or general unmetered tempos or taxis. But always settle the rates before you begin your holiday trip.

Nagda in Udaipur is famous for its Sas-bahu temple and the temple of 'Adbudji'. The temple of 'Abudji'. It was once the capital of the Mewar rulers. It was called as Nagahrida or Nagadraha. The name of the temple has got its own meanings. The 'sas' word means mother in law while the 'bahu' means sister-in-law. The sas-bahu temple is again divided into two parts; the sas temple is larger than the bahu temple.

The Sas-Bahu temple of Udaipur is widely known for its exquisite carvings. The sas bahu temple has carvings that are related to the incidents of great Indian epic Ramayana. In the bahu temple the octagonal ceiling is carved with eight detailed female figures. Along with the famous Sas-bahu temples there were also small temples but unfortunately some are destroyed by the water sources nearby.

The main attraction of the Jain temple is the height of the idol worshiped in the temple. It is nine feet high and the image is of a Jain saint Shanti Nath. Though the temples both the Sas - Bahu and the Jain temple are destroyed to a large extent by the foreign invaders but it still now speaks of its unique artistry itself

Ranakpur
Beautiful 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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