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Sanganer is one of the must visit towns of Rajasthan. It is mainly famous for handmade paper industry and textile printing. The crafts created in this town are really unique; hence they are not only loved by Indians but also foreigners. The key products that one must buy while on tour to this historic town include - Hand made paper bags, albums, photo frames, paper boxes cards, diaries, and paper stationery etc. |
Location: Sanganer is situated 15 km south of Jaipur on the Tonk road in Rajasthan. There are two massive Tripolias at the entrance of the town, which are also known as Triple Gateways. To enter the town visitors first need to drive past these ruins of two Triple Gateways.
Tourist Attractions: Apart from handmade paper industry, Sanganer houses some amazing historic sites too like - ruined palaces and ethereal carved Jain temples. One very unique example of historic attraction in the town is Shri Digambar Jain Temple. It is constructed in old architectural style, including sky-high shikhars and inner chamber - having stone shrine with three pinnacles that give shelter to the idol of Parshwanath with 7 serpent hoods. Due to its architectural splendor, this Jain temple of Sanganer is always compared to the Dilwara Temples of Mount Abu and attracts thousands of tourists from all over the world with its incredible carvings.
How to Reach:
Air: Jaipur Airport is located near the town.
Road - There are regular taxis and buses from central Jaipur to the town.
Rail: Durgapur Railway Station is the closest station, located just few kilometers from Sanganer.
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Sanganer is during October to March, as this time, the town neither remains too hot nor cold.
Accommodation: tourists coming to Sanganer need to go littlie far to find comfortable accommodation. Some excellent hotels near Sanganer are - Chokhi Dhani - An Ethnic Village Resort, Hotel Fly View, Clarks Amer, Devika's Home Stay and Hotel Jaipur Palace etc.
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