Ghanerao - Introduction

Ghanerao is a small village located in the Indian state of Rajasthan. A part of Pali district, the place is famous for its heritage, landscape and wildlife. Ghanerao is a quiet village with an assortment of temples, step wells and marble archways. Ghanerao and its vicinity abound in temples, both Hindu and Jain. There are about eleven Jain temples (a few of them quite old) in the village itself. Besides these, there are temples of Laxmi Narainji, Murlidhai and Chabhiya. On its outskirts, there is a temple of Mahadev. The temple of Gajanand is worth seeing for its enormous statue, which is flanked by goddesses Ridhi and Siddhi, guarded by Hanuman on one side and Bhairon on the other.

Heritage Hotels of Ghanerao

The Ghanerao Royal Castle

The Ghanerao Royal Castle is a truly magnificent edifice of red sandstone havelis (mansions), marble citadels and some miniature paintings on walls. Besides all modern comforts, the royal family here has endeavored to recreate the lifestyle of the thakurs (feudal lords) in all past glory. Situated in the picturesque `Godwar` region of Rajasthan, The fascinating village of Ghanerao is strewn with old temples, step walls and marble archways.