Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur are two important places of Rajasthan which are separated into Marwar and Mewar region. Kumbhalgarh comes under Mewar which is connected by the ruling chair of Udaipur. Ranakpur comes under Marwar which is connected with the ruling chair of Jodhpur. These two places are the top destinations which can be covered in your upcoming Rajasthan tour package. Both Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur hold unique characteristics which can be ignored. Kumbhalgarh is famous for its thick dense forest and a massive fortress. On the other hand, Ranakpur is famous for its temples and the fine architecture.
Rajasthan tour packages are blessed with numerous places and offbeat destinations which are the real gem of this magical state of India. Rajasthan is a cluster of majestic forts and marvelous palaces which are famous all over the world because of their excellent architecture and history. Several day tours can be arranged from major cities like Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer to such offbeat places which are filled with so much wonderful architecture and ancient structures. Kumbhalgarh Ranakpur day tour can be a perfect example on how you can prepare your day tour from your cities to these destinations which are worth-coming.
Kumbhalgarh is the home of one of the largest hill-forts out of 5 in the Mewar region of Rajasthan. Kumbhalgarh fort is situated at a distance of 84 kms from Udaipur. This fort is well-known all over the world for its 38 kms long wall which is the second largest wall in the world after the “Great wall of China”. Situated on the foothills of Aravali Mountains, Kumbhalgarh is surrounded by lush green dense forest which has rich flora and fauna. Kumbhalgarh Day Tour can be your perfect gateway for weekends to enjoy a day away from the hustle and bustle of the city life.
Kumbhalgarh sightseeing tour includes Kumbhalgarh fort which is the second largest fort after Chittorgarh Fort and the captivating Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary. Customized tours can be prepared for you tailored as per your taste so that you can spend some time in Kumbhalgarh to explore the great wall and nearby sites. Kumbhalgarh is well-dotted with several hotels and resorts where you can find your den for a night or two. You can explore Kumbhalgarh from Udaipur with our Same Day Tour of Kumbhalgarh or choose to spend 1 or 2 nights here from Jodhpur, Jaipur or any other place of Rajasthan.
Kumbhalgarh Fort was constructed by Rana Kumbha as a refuge fort during the times of War. This massive fort took 15 years to build which was completed in the year 1458. The fort is positioned on a hill with an elevation of 1,914 m in order to provide protection and to have a strategic position against its enemies. Kumbhalgarh day tour lets you explore this fort and the rich history dated back to the time of Maharana Pratap – The most powerful ruler of Mewar. Kumbhalgarh fort was the birthplace of the brave men of Mewar who was born here on 9th May 1540. We have 360 temples inside the fortress dedicated to different gods. Along with temples, you will be amazed to see the beautiful palaces, chhatris, water reservoir and courtyards which adds more charm to the fort.
Kumbhalgarh guided tour lets you explore this gigantic fortress which was built by one of the renowned architects of that time – Mandan. The walls of this fortress are 15 feet thick providing a massive protection against any cannon balls. In order to reach the main fort, one needs to cross seven massive gates which get smaller in size with each gate passing. These gates also provide protection against elephants and horses as the gates have pointed huge spikes. Planning to come in groups, then we can take an excursion tour of this fort with our customized Rajasthan group tours.
Kumbhalgarh wildlife sanctuary is spread over a sprawling land of 578 sq. kms. Stretching across the Aravalli hills covering several parts of Udaipur, Rajsamand and Pali districts of Rajasthan. Kumbhalgarh is well flourished with lush green forest covering different landscapes from ground to hills. This forest separates Rajasthan into two parts – Marwar and Mewar. This forest was once used by the royal family and their guests as a hunting ground. However, later the forest was converted into a wildlife sanctuary in the year 1971 by the Indian government. In order to explore this captivating forest and its wildlife we have several customized tours covering Kumbhalgarh and nearby places.
Kumbhalgarh Jeep Safari tours will let you explore this forest which is blessed with rich flora and fauna. Here, you will be amazed to know that Kumbhalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary has a wide range of exotic animals and plants. You can see exotic wild animals like Indian Wolfs, Leopards, Tigers, Sloth Bears, Striped Hyenas, Golden Jackals, Sambhar and Chinkara. Along with this, Kumbhalgarh Jeep Safari tours will also let you explore 200 species of birds which can be seen here.
Ranakpur is a small village which is located at a distance of 34 kms from Kumbhalgarh and 95 kms from Udaipur. Ranakpur is well-known as one of the most important pilgrim centers for Jains. Ranakpur Guided Tour lets you explore this beautiful temple which is dedicated to Tirthankara Rishabhdev which was built in the early 15th century. The temple was built by a local business and the land was offered by Rana Kumbha.
Ranakpur Guided Tour lets you explore this temple which is well-known for its excellent architecture and carvings. Adinatha Temple is one of the important parts of Ranakpur Jain Temple which is built over 48,000 sq. ft. area supported by 1,444 pillars. All of these pillars are carved differently with unique designs and art. It took almost 50 years to complete this wonderful piece of art. Ranakpur Jain Temple is situated on the banks of River Maghai. Ranakpur temple tour also offers you a perfect chance to witness the evening aarti and the temple which is lit up with oil Diya’s.
Ranakpur Guided Tours also lets you witness the annual festival of Ranakpur which is organized by the tourism department of Rajasthan. Ranakpur festival is celebrated to promote and showcase the rich heritage and culture of Rajasthan. Tourists can enjoy various folk programs of dance and music, various stalls of local art and crafts, hot-air balloon safaris, nature and heritage walks. Custom Tours India lets you explore these 2 days festival along with our customized Rajasthan tour packages. This festival is organized every year on 21st and 22nd of December.
Rajasthan tour packages are blessed with several wildlife and nature tours which you may choose to explore. One such destination is Kumbhalgarh and Ranakpur which is a fine blend of history, wildlife and spirituality. Tourists from all over the globe visit these places to explore the captivating wildlife, rich history of gigantic Kumbhalgarh Fort and the spirituality of famous Ranakpur Jain Temples. Custom Tours India offers a wide range of private and group tours in India where you can explore Rajasthan and other states of India.