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Patan
A former Solanki-dynasty capital famed for Rani ki Vav, a UNESCO-listed stepwell carved with over a thousand sculpted panels, and its centuries-old double-ikat Patola weaving. Rani ki Vav, built in the 11th century as a memorial to King Bhima I by his widow Udayamati, descends seven levels below ground in an inverted-temple design covered with more than 1,500 carved sculptural panels, and was named UNESCO’s cleanest World Heritage Site in India after a 1980s excavation freed it from centuries of silt. Patan is separately known for Patola, an intricate double-ikat silk weaving technique practised by only a handful of families and displayed at the town’s Patola Museum, while the nearby stepped tank of Sahastralinga Talav and the pilgrimage towns of Siddhpur and Taranga extend the district’s heritage trail.
Patan at a Glance
Why Patan?
The highlights, landmarks and experiences that make this destination worth visiting.
- Rani ki Vav
- Sahastralinga Talav
- Panchasara Parshvanath Temple
- Sahastralinga Tank
- Shaikh Farid Tomb
- Khan Sarovar
Patan at a Glance
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Places to Visit
- Rani ki Vav: An 11th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, this intricately carved stepwell is a masterpiece of Maru-Gurjara architecture, with over 500 sculptures and a deep, tank-like design.
- Sahastralinga Talav: A historic artificial reservoir built by King Siddharaj Jaisinh in the 11th century, once surrounded by 1,000 small Shiva shrines. Today, it is a peaceful, partially restored lake with a central island and walking paths.
- Panchasara Parshvanath Temple: Panchasara Parshwanath Temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple located in Patan, Gujarat. The temple was constructed in 8th century during the reign of Vanaraja Chavda of Chavda dynasty.
- Sahastralinga Tank: The reservoir was built in 1084 by Solanki ruler Siddharaj Jaysinh on the erstwhile bank of the Sarasvati River. The lake had 1,008 Shiva shrines on its embankment.
- Shaikh Farid Tomb: Sheikh Farid's mosque and mausoleum is an early Islamic construction of Gujarat, built even earlier than monuments in Ahmedabad. It has a beautifully carved ceiling.
- Khan Sarovar: Historical square shaped lake. Sluice gates are state protected monument.
Things to Do
- Rani ki Vav: A stepwell, inscribed in the UNESCO World Heritage List, that was built in the 11th century.
- Sahastralinga Tank: The reservoir was built in 1084 by Solanki ruler Siddharaj Jaysinh on the erstwhile bank of the Sarasvati River. The lake had 1,008 Shiva shrines on its embankment.
- Kalika Mata temple: This temple of Kali, built by Siddharaj Jaysinh, is over 1,000 years old. Kali is a clan deity of the Solankis.
- Patan Patola Heritage: To learn about Patola sari and its heritage. Operated by Salvi weaver family.
- Patan Museum: Established in 2010, the museum has large number of marble and sandstone sculptures dating back to the ancient and medieval times.
- Fort and Gates: The town is surrounded by fort walls and gates still largely intact. The old town situated in the fort has bustling bazaar.
Sightseeing Places
- Rani ki Vav: An 11th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, this intricately carved stepwell is a masterpiece of Maru-Gurjara architecture, with over 500 sculptures and a deep, tank-like design.
- Sahastralinga Talav: A historic artificial reservoir built by King Siddharaj Jaisinh in the 11th century, once surrounded by 1,000 small Shiva shrines. Today, it is a peaceful, partially restored lake with a central island and walking paths.
- Panchasara Parshvanath Temple: Panchasara Parshwanath Temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple located in Patan, Gujarat. The temple was constructed in 8th century during the reign of Vanaraja Chavda of Chavda dynasty.
- Sahastralinga Tank: The reservoir was built in 1084 by Solanki ruler Siddharaj Jaysinh on the erstwhile bank of the Sarasvati River. The lake had 1,008 Shiva shrines on its embankment.
- Shaikh Farid Tomb: Sheikh Farid's mosque and mausoleum is an early Islamic construction of Gujarat, built even earlier than monuments in Ahmedabad. It has a beautifully carved ceiling.
- Khan Sarovar: Historical square shaped lake. Sluice gates are state protected monument.
Temples
- Panchasara Parshvanath Temple: Panchasara Parshwanath Temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple located in Patan, Gujarat. The temple was constructed in 8th century during the reign of Vanaraja Chavda of Chavda dynasty.
- Panchasara Parshwanath Jain temple: The town has more than 100 Jain temples. Panchasara temple is chief among them.
- Ruins and Megh Maya Temple: Located on a hillock, there is a temple of legendary Megh Maya associated with folklore of Sahastralinga Tank. There are some old ruins behind the temple.
Places That Define Patan
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Rani ki Vav
An 11th-century UNESCO World Heritage Site, this intricately carved stepwell is a masterpiece of Maru-Gurjara architecture, with over 500 sculptures and a deep, tank-like design.
Sahastralinga Talav
A historic artificial reservoir built by King Siddharaj Jaisinh in the 11th century, once surrounded by 1,000 small Shiva shrines. Today, it is a peaceful, partially restored lake with a central island and walking paths.
Panchasara Parshvanath Temple
Panchasara Parshwanath Temple is a Śvetāmbara Jain temple located in Patan, Gujarat. The temple was constructed in 8th century during the reign of Vanaraja Chavda of Chavda dynasty.
Sahastralinga Tank
The reservoir was built in 1084 by Solanki ruler Siddharaj Jaysinh on the erstwhile bank of the Sarasvati River. The lake had 1,008 Shiva shrines on its embankment.
Shaikh Farid Tomb
Sheikh Farid's mosque and mausoleum is an early Islamic construction of Gujarat, built even earlier than monuments in Ahmedabad. It has a beautifully carved ceiling.
Khan Sarovar
Historical square shaped lake. Sluice gates are state protected monument.
Patan Museum
Established in 2010, the museum has large number of marble and sandstone sculptures dating back to the ancient and medieval times.
Patan Patola Heritage
To learn about Patola sari and its heritage. Operated by Salvi weaver family.
Panchasara Parshwanath Jain temple
The town has more than 100 Jain temples. Panchasara temple is chief among them.
Ruins and Megh Maya Temple
Located on a hillock, there is a temple of legendary Megh Maya associated with folklore of Sahastralinga Tank. There are some old ruins behind the temple.
Tankwada
Mashru is a fabric woven from silk and cotton. Visit to find Mashru weavers.
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How to Reach
- By Air: The nearest airport is Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD), about 101 km from Patan.
- By Train: The nearest railway station is Patan railway station, about 2 km from central Patan.
Best Time to Visit
- Summer: Summer in Patan (Apr, May, Jun) averages 27–39°C with about 6 mm of rain per month.
- Monsoon: Monsoon in Patan (Jul, Aug, Sep) averages 26–33°C with about 145 mm of rain per month.
- Post-monsoon: Post-monsoon in Patan (Oct, Nov) averages 19–31°C with about 26 mm of rain per month.
- Winter: Winter in Patan (Dec, Jan, Feb) averages 14–28°C with about 0 mm of rain per month.
Weather
- Summer: Average highs of 39°C and lows of 27°C.
- Monsoon: Average highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C.
- Post-monsoon: Average highs of 31°C and lows of 19°C.
- Winter: Average highs of 28°C and lows of 14°C.
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Spiritual & Religious
Festivals
- Overview: Patan is a town in North Gujarat and it was a capital of Gujarat for about 700 years. The city is rich in historical and architectural monuments. It was a major centre of Jainism and has a large number of Jain temples.
- Best Festival Time: The most comfortable months are January, February, October, November and December.
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Significance
Patan was established by the Chavda ruler Vanaraja in the ninth century as "Anahilapataka". During the 10th–13th centuries, the city served as the capital of the Chaulukya dynasty, who succeeded the Chavdas.
Historical Significance
Patan was established by the Chavda ruler Vanaraja in the ninth century as "Anahilapataka". During the 10th–13th centuries, the city served as the capital of the Chaulukya dynasty, who succeeded the Chavdas.
Architectural Legacy
First founded as a fortified city in 754 AD, Patan is estimated to have been the world's tenth largest city in the beginning of the 11th century. Sacked and destroyed during the 13th century, the city was soon rebuilt, and the world heritage listed stepwell was also constructed during this period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Patan is most comfortable in January, February, October, November and December, when average daytime highs stay at or below 32°C and rainfall is low. The hottest month is May (average high 41°C) and the wettest months are July and August.
The nearest airport is Sardar Vallabh Patel International Airport (AMD), about 101 km away. The nearest railway station is Patan railway station, about 2 km away. See the How to Reach page for road, rail and air details.
Main attractions include Rani ki Vav, Sahastralinga Talav, Panchasara Parshvanath Temple, Sahastralinga Tank, Shaikh Farid Tomb and Khan Sarovar.
A stay of 2 days covers the main sights. Ready-made 1-day and 2-day itineraries are linked on this page.
Average highs range from 25°C to 41°C over the year, with about 512 mm of rain in total.
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