Baran

Located in the south-eastern part of Rajasthan, Baran is a relatively new district of Rajasthan with a rich heritage of medieval Indian settlement and picturesque geographical locales.

Baran was a part of Kota district until 1991, and got its name from the town Baran which also happens to be the district head quarters. There are several theories on the origin of the name 'Baran'. Some say it was built out of 12 villages and hence the name, while others believe that the town was given its shape by 12 villagers. Its history dates back to the 14th century when it was an important city of the Solanki Rajputs. Baran has the second highest rainfall in Rajasthan, which also posits one more possibility for the name – 'baran' means 'rain' in Urdu.All tour and Travel needs for India by Indian travel agent.

Baran is a rare treasure of medieval architecture and archeology. Many ruined temples and old fortresses collectively give the place a rich historical heritage.

Sightseeing Highlights
Visit the temple of Brahmani Mata. This temple has a fire that has been burning since the last 400 years. It is called the 'Akhand Jyoti'.

The Manihara Mahadev Mandir is the house of famous and ancient Mahadev Ji and Hanuman Ji temples. It is surrounded by lush green fields and a natural pond.

Sitabari is thronged with tourists to take a holy dip in the 'kunds' that are attributed to Ram, Sita, Luv and Kush. It also stages a mela every year.

Baran also boasts of 8th century Hindu and Jain temples. These temples portray some exquisite rock carvings.Indian travel agent gives special discounted hotel from budget hotels to Deluxe hotels in India.

Visit the 10th century temples at Bandh Devra Ramgarh – another place to be awe-struck by elaborate rock carvings.