Sun Temple

Built during the initial decades of the 11th century, this astounding temple is for the connoisseurs of art, heritage, and history. Every nook and cranny of the temple has intricate design work that oozes the sculptural mastery of the artisans of the Solanki dynasty times. The UNESCO World Heritage temple is unique with 3 independent sections, each holding its own in all aspects. The designs and sculptures on the walls, ceilings and pillars would leave you amazed and in awe. It is the pond in front of the temple that usually stuns visitors with its immaculate layout, precision design and unexpected size. The large pond with steps all the way to the bottom in addition to small shrines lined up along the sides is a flawless creation. The temple is one of the masterpieces of India’s temple-building architecture and science which is beyond the realms of the western and modern worlds. September to March is the best time to visit the temple. Modhera is 25 kilometres away from district headquarters Mehsana and approximately 80 kilometres from Gandhinagar, capital of Gujarat. Mehsana is the nearest rail station. The nearest airport is 93 kilometres away in Ahmedabad.

Shankeshwar
The Parshwanath temple in this town is about 47 kilometres from Modhera. It is a revered pilgrimage place for the Jains, and the temple was built during the 12th century. The idols of 24 teerthankaras are seen on the outer walls along with other fine sculptures. For art lovers, the temple has pillars lined up beautifully.

Rani ki Vav
Located at Patan, 36 kilometres away, it is a masterfully built step well. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was built during the 11th century, during the reign of Bhima I, the king of the Solanki dynasty, by his wife Udayamati.