Tag Archives: Jain Religion

A Temple, a Living Fort, and a Camel !

Posted on October 24, 2015 by annetbell

Ranakpur is  the jewel in the Jain temple crown. Visiting these  temples is an exercise in pilgrimages.  I have shared  the 2.5 miles climb  up the 4000 steps  up to Palatana.  This temple is not up a mountain but the … Continue reading →

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Temple at Ranakpur

Posted on February 8, 2015 by annetbell

Ranakpur,a massive 15th century Jain Temple  complex,  is not high on a mountain top but nestled the valley of Aravalli Hills in Rasjasthan . Our bus trip, though, made us feel like pilgrims first climbing up the hills and then … Continue reading →

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