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Ranaki Vav or 'Queen's Vav' is a stepwell located in Patan, a small village on the banks of the Saraswati River in the state of Gujarat. Ranaki Vav is one of the most spectacular water tourism destinations in the state of Gujarat. Ranaki Vav was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List on 22 June 2014, and in July 2018, the RBI featured Ranaki Vav on its Rs 100 note.
Ranki Vav was built in the memory of Bhimdev Solanki of Chalukya dynasty by his widow Queen Udayamati in 1063 to 1068 AD. Apart from being a reservoir, this place also gives an introduction to the architecture and time of Solanki period.
It is believed that the well water had great importance in ancient times, it was full of medicinal properties and proved to be good for diseases like fever. Attractive carvings of idols of Lord Vishnu can be seen in Ranaki Vav. Tourists visit Ranaki Vav in large numbers.
- History of Ranaki Vav
It is believed that Ranaki Vav was built (1022 to 1063 AD) by Queen Udayamati, the widow of Bhimdev I (who belonged to the Solanki dynasty). The construction of Ranaki Vav started around 1050 AD and was completed around 1304 AD. But during the year 1980, the Archaeological Survey of India excavated it as well as carved it. Presently it is known as a man-made tourist destination. - Structure of Ranaki Vav
Ranaki Vav is an example of the magnificent architecture of the Solanki dynasty as well as the typical Maru-Gurjara architectural style. Ranaki Vav Kuan has over five hundred main statues and over a thousand other religious and mythological figures. The stairs to the seventh level are also of high artistic quality, decorated with sculptural panels that often refer to literary works. A square rectangular tank oriented in the east-west direction goes to a depth of 23 metres. This well also has religious significance and hence has been designed as an inverted temple to maintain the purity of the water. Ranaki Vav depicts various religious compositions depicting various forms of Lord Vishnu such as Vamana, Varahi, Kalki, Rama, Krishna, Narasimha. - What is Ranaki Vav?
Ranaki Vav is an ancient step well. - where is ranki vav
Ranki Vav is an ancient stepwell in the Patan region of Gujarat state, India. - Ranaki Vav opening and closing timings
Ranaki Vav is open for tourists from 8:30 am to 7 pm.
6. Entry Fee of Ranaki Vav
It is absolutely free for tourists, tourists coming here do not have to pay any kind of entry fee.
- Major tourists and attractions around Ranaki Vav
Tourists visiting Ranaki Vav also like to see the attractive places around it. Let us tell you about the tourist places around Rani Ki Vav.
Sahastralinga Lake Patan
Located northwest of Patan, Sahastralinga Lake is an artificial water storage site, built by King Siddharaja Jai Singh of the Chalukya dynasty in the late 11th century. It is filled with the water of river Saraswati. It is believed that the king died childless due to the curse of the beautiful woman who dug this lake. There are temples of many gods and goddesses built around the lake. Tourists coming to see Rani Ki Vav definitely visit Sahasralinga Lake of Patan.
patola saree gujarat
Patola sarees are attractive and beautifully handcrafted and are famous all over the world. Patan is also known as the home of Patola artists. This place is the most popular place among women. Patola saree takes a lot of time to make and its weaving is very complex. Due to all these activities the price of Patola saree also increases significantly. Patola sarees mostly cost around Rs. 20,000 and goes up to lakhs depending on the thread of the saree.
Famous temples of Patan
Patan has many famous temples including Jain temples. There are more than 100 Jain temples in Patan. The most famous among them is the Mahavir Swami Desar Temple in Dhanadherwad. This temple is known for its attractively carved wooden dome. Apart from this, among other temples of Patan, Kalika Mata, Sidhwai Mata, Brahmakund etc. temples are famous.
Patan Shopping Market
Patan is famous for its Patola sarees. They look attractive with elaborate thread work and natural colours. The price of Patola sarees is high, it ranges from Rs. 20,000 and goes up to Rs. depending on the intensity of work and thread used. 25,00,000 can be reached.
