Ratangarh

Ratangarh is a town located in the state of Rajasthan. It is informally called as the “Varanasi of Rajasthan” as it houses a large number of temples. It is famous for its frescoes and havelis, which are architectural signatures of Rajasthan’s Shekhawati region. Previously known as Kolasar, it is believed that Ratangarh was founded by the Maharaja of Bikaner in the late 1790s.

Places to Stay

There are many decent hotels to stay in the district of Churu where Ratangarh is located. Some hotels include Kuber Palace, Parma Hotel, Gangaur Hotel and Ratangarh Motel, which is owned by Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation. These hotels are about 4-5 km away from Ratangarh bus station.

Events/Festivals

Ratangarh is well-known for its Holi festival celebrations, which are held during the months of September and October. Other important festivals such as Diwali, Makar Sankranthi, Teej and Gogaji are also celebrated in Ratangarh. 

Language

Hindi is the local language of Ratangarh.

Places to Visit

Ratangarh fort, which was built by the King of Bikaner is a must-visit place. The famous temple of Salasar Balaji is 45 km far from Ratangarh. Another interesting place to visit is the Fossil Museum. You can simply walk around and visit the places in Ratangarh.  Rajasthan’s road transport corporation operates buses from Ratangarh to other attractions nearby.

How to Get There

Air

The nearest airport is located in the city of Jaipur, which is 225 km far from Ratangarh.

Train

Ratangarh has its own railway station and it is a busy railhead. It connects other major cities such as Delhi and Jaipur.

Bus

Ratangarh is connected through buses from all major towns and cities. It can be reached from Bikaner, Ganganagar, Hanumangarh, Jaipur, Pallu, Rawatsar, Ringas, Sikar and Suratgarh and Delhi. Rajasthan Road Transport Corporation operates various AC and Non-AC buses to Ratangarh from other towns and cities.

Rathore Travels, Rathi Tours and Travels, Kalpana Travels and Shrinath Travel Agency are the private bus operators who operate buses to Ratangarh.