Tourist Places of Barmer , Rajasthan

                                                     BARMER

Barmer is an ancient city located in the Barmer district of Rajasthan. The city was founded in the 13th century AD by Bahada Rao who is also known as Bar Rao. Barmer was earlier known as Bahadmer which literally means the mountain fort of Bahada, but over time its name underwent many changes and is now known as Barmer.This region of Rajasthan is known all over the world due to its rich handicrafts and traditional art. The presence of various historical sites makes this place even more popular tourist destination. Barmer district holds an important place in ancient history. The city has witnessed the success and destruction of various dynasties on its soil. It is said that in the ancient cities of Barmer, Khed, Kiradu, Pachpadra, Jasol Tilwara Sheo.Balotara and Mallani are included. Before 1836, Barmer was ruled by the Superintendents, after which it was ruled by the British. In 1891, Barmer was integrated with the state of Jodhpur. Barmer was separated from Jodhpur after independence in 1947 and today it is two completely different parts of the state. Today, there are many historical sites in Barmer district, including Mallani Shiva, Pachpadra, Siwana, Chohatan.

A look at the arts, crafts, music and creativity of Barmer

Barmer has been known in India as well as abroad due to its traditional art forms, crafts, embroidery from the beginning. Barmer is also associated with folk music and dance. Folk musicians of Barmer come from many communities, not only from a particular community, but from Bhopas and Dholis. These are said to be Bhopa Pujari singers who sing about war heroes and gods.On the other hand, Dholi is a resonant Muslim religion who makes a living through folk music and singing. Barmer is also famous for hand printing on cloth and wood. How creative the people of this place can be can be seen by looking at their mud huts, in which many different folk paintings are made by them, these figures show that the people here for art. Good sense

Barmer - a symbol of Rajasthan's culture and heritage

 Tourists visiting Barmer can fully explore the rural beauty, culture and heritage of Rajasthan. There are many attractions for tourists here, including Barmer Fort Rani Bhatiani Temple, Vishnu Temple, Devka Sun Temple, Juna Jain Temple, White Arena are prominent. Various festivals and fairs are celebrated with pomp and joy by people here.Mallinath Tilwara cattle fair celebrated in the memory of Rawal Mallinath is one of the major fairs here. Veeratara fair and Barmer Thar festival are other major fairs here which are given great prominence by the people here.

                              FORT OF BARMER

Barmer Fort is a famous tourist place which was built by Rawat Bhima on a hill in the present city of Barmer in 1552 AD. He built this fort when he shifted the old Barmer to the present city. Its ile is also known as Barmer Garh. The hill of Barmer Fort is 1383 feet high but Rawat Bhim has built the fort at an altitude of 676 feet which is more secure than the hill top.The fort of Barmer is a major attraction for tourists visiting the city. The main entrance of the fort is towards the north. Please tell that the security gates of this fort are built towards the east and west direction. Due to the natural beauty of the hill, the walls of this fort were made simple. The most special thing about this fort is that it is surrounded by temples from all four sides.

                                 KIRADU TEMPLE

35 km from Barmer, in a city near the Thar Desert, 5 are located near a temple called the Kiradu Temple. All these temples are famous for their Solanki style of architecture.These temples have remarkable and magnificent sculptures. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and of all the five temples, Someshwar temple is the most amazing.

                             

                            GARH TEMPLE

There are two important religious places on the hill of Barmer Fort. One of which is the Jogmaya Temple situated on the top of the hill which is also known as the Garh Temple. The temple is located at an elevation of 1383 and is a Naganechi Mata Temple at an altitude of 500 feet. Both these temples are very famous. A fair is organized here during the holy festival of Navratri.

                        SHREE NAKODA JAIN TEMPLE

Sri Nakoda Jain Temple is an ancient temple built in the 3rd century and has been renovated many times. In the 13th century, Alamshah invaded and looted this temple. But he could not steal the idol of the temple as it was hidden in the village a few miles away. The idol was then brought back and the temple rebuilt in the 15th century.

                                  DEV SURYA TEMPLE

The Dev-Surya temple was constructed in the 12th or 13th century. Located in Devka, about 62 kilometers from Barmer, on the banks of the Barmer-Jaisalmer road, this temple is known for its magnificent architecture.There are two other temples here in the village which are ruins. Please tell that these temples have idols of Lord Ganesha.

                                          

                                        VISHNU TEMPLE

Vishnu Temple is one of the most important tourist places in Barmer. This temple is an architectural marvel and has a grand aura all around it. The markets around this temple are famous for shopping all over Barmer.

                      RANI BHATIYANI TEMPLE

Rani Bhatiyani Temple is located in Jasol. This temple is specially worshiped by the Mangiar Bard community. Because it is said that this temple has given divine vision to a Manganiyar.Many people refer to the goddess of this temple as Majisa or Mother and also sing songs in her honor. According to legend, the temple goddess was a Rajput princess who was called Swaroop before she became a goddess.

                          

                                   JUNA FORT AND TEMPLE

The Juna Fort is the old Barmer which was the main city built by Rao but during the rule of Rawat Bhima he shifted Barmer to a new place where the present-day Barmer city is located. The old Barmer ie Juna is 25 km from the city. It is famous for its Jain temple and old fort. Juna remains as a ruin to its past glory and old heritage. The temple has an inscription on a stone pillar suggesting that it was built in the 12th or 13th century. Juna is surrounded by hills and a small lake is also located near it.

                 CHINTAMANI PARASNATH JAIN TEMPLE

Chitamani Parasnath Jain Temple is known for its magnificent sculptures and decorative paintings. The interior of this temple is carved with glass. This temple was built by Sri Nemaji Jeevaji Bohra in the 16th century. This temple is situated on the top of a hill in the western part of the city of Barmer.