Rajasthan Monuments: Famous of Rajasthan

Rajasthan is known as the birth place of Kings. It is famed for its monuments like engraved temples and decorated havelis, lakes which were built by Rajput kings in previous ages; they were the soul of pre-Muslim era Rajasthan. Jantar Mantar, Dilwara Temples, Lake Palace, City Palaces, Jaisalmer’s Havelis are part of the factual architectural monuments of Rajasthan.

Trip to the renowned monuments of Rajasthan will be the most fascinating aspect of your Indian trip. Take a break to visit the monuments of Rajasthan to know the great history of love & appreciation, sacrifice related to each of monument and to see the architectural heritage of it. Rajasthan has various historical monuments that will enable you get familiar with old & renowned allure of India.

Lake Palace

It was built in 1743- 1646 under the rule of the Maharana Jagat Singh II of Udaipur, Rajasthan is the most royal place of India and was originally known as Jagniwas or Jan Niwas. The palace was constructed facing east, allowing its people to view the beautiful scene of sunrise & sunset. We can take a glimpse of mountains all around & other parts of Udaipur from the window of the palace. As it is in middle of the lake, so the temperature & atmosphere of the palace is very pleasant. Architecture of palace of royal durbar with courtyards, gardens, fountains etc.

City Palace

City Palace is one of the prominent tourist attractions of Jaipur. The beautiful palace was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh during his reign. Among the various forts and palaces of Jaipur, City Palace is a symbol of glory, with its outstanding art and architecture. City Palace is full of complex designs on the walls, pillars & terrace etc. The front view opens towards the huge garden of the palace. It is a landmark of Jaipur. These characteristics of the palace encourage the tourist to visit this place.

Dilwara Temples

Jain Dilwara temples of India are situated about 2½ kilometers from Mount Abu. These temples built by Chalukya between the 11th to 13th centuries AD. These temples are renowned for their glittering use of marble in various colors. The five eminent marble temples of Dilwara are devoted to jains. These temples reflect the signs of peace & serenity of Jain religion. We consider them to be one of the most beautiful Jain pilgrimage sites in the world. These marble temples have a magnificent doors, with the simplicity in designs which give lesson of honesty and calmness. The temples are surrounded by forests & hills.

Jantar Mantar

The Jantar mantar, is located in Jaipur near the gate of the remarkable City Palace of Jaipur in Rajasthan. Jantar Mantar consists of the Jaiprakash Yantra, Samrat Yantra, Ram Yantra and the compound gadget which contains a sundial and an vast hemisphere on the northern wall. This sun dial is 90 feet high and direction of its shadow convey the time of the day. The arched cupola at the top is used for calculating the time of eclipses and the starting of monsoons.

Anasagar lake

Ana Sagar Lake is a synthetic lake located in the city of Ajmer in Rajasthan. It is named after the royal leader Anaji Chauhan, who build it during 1135 -1150 AD. Later on some embellishments were made to the lake by the Mughal king Jehangir and Shahjahan to boost the beauty of the lake. Daulat Bagh Gardens & Baradari, a marble marquee are two are special features of anasagar lake which enhancing the glance of the whole area.

Ranakpur Temples

Ranakpur temples are suitated in village Desuri tehsil near Sadri town in the Pali district of Rajasthan in India. These are most eminent temples in Rajasthan due to profound & engraved designs on the walls, pillars, roof of the temple etc. These designs reflect the signs of Jain culture & tradition. It is located in between Jodhpur and Udaipur. Ranakpur is easily accessed by road from Udaipur Ranakpur is widely known for its marble Jain temple, Sun Temple & many more……


The Monuments of Rajasthan offer tourists a unique glance to the country's diverse culture and traditions that continue to exist from the past years of Indian tradition.