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Experience Rajasthan like never before! Itinerary: 6:00 pm: Arrive to welcome drinks & cold towels 6:30 pm: Enjoy sunset and views before dark 8:00 pm: Settle on the verandah Enjoy a drink of your choice with starters from the Mana Kitchen on the verandah 9:00 pm: Dinner served with elements of the local cuisine prepared under strict quality & hygiene standards of Mana Hotels 11:00 pm: Head back to the comfort of Mana Hotels, Ranakpur Background music : Songs of the local Rajasthani tribes Rates Upon Request Minimum 4 people needed Notice of min. 4 days to be given to avail the service Location Thandi Beri is a forest lodge located at a distance of 23 km from Mana Ranakpur. One has to exit the highway at Ghanerao after 15 km from Mana Ranakpur and then traverse a 'kuccha' road to reach the destination. Permission from the forest department has to be secured to enter this area and Mana Hotels will do the needful in this matter. We take extra efforts to ensure no degradation of any type occurs at Thandi Beri. Also, our guests are requested to maintain proper decorum and behaviour suited to the venue www.manahotels.in An evening at Thandi Beri +91-11- 48080000 | +91- 9001999568/569 | +91- 8107888800 [email protected]

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Experience Rajasthan like never before!

Itinerary:

6:00 pm: Arrive to welcome drinks & cold towels

6:30 pm: Enjoy sunset and views before dark

8:00 pm: Settle on the verandah

Enjoy a drink of your choice with starters from the

Mana Kitchen on the verandah

9:00 pm: Dinner served with elements of the local cuisine

prepared under strict quality & hygiene standards of

Mana Hotels

11:00 pm: Head back to the comfort of Mana Hotels, Ranakpur

Background music : Songs of the local Rajasthani tribes

Rates

Upon Request

Minimum 4 people needed

Notice of min. 4 days to be given to avail the service

Location

Thandi Beri is a forest lodge located at a distance of 23 km

from Mana Ranakpur. One has to exit the highway at Ghanerao

after 15 km from Mana Ranakpur and then traverse a 'kuccha'

road to reach the destination. Permission from the forest

department has to be secured to enter this area and Mana

Hotels will do the needful in this matter.

We take extra efforts to ensure no degradation of any type

occurs at Thandi Beri. Also, our guests are requested to

maintain proper decorum and behaviour suited to the venue

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An evening at Thandi Beri

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Unseen Rajasthan!

Itinerary:

7:00 am: Leave Mana Ranakpur on a bullock cart

7:20 am: Arrive at the farm & learn about crops being cultivated,

irrigation methods etc. Interact with the family & enjoy some

homemade butter milk (QC by Mana Hotels) under a tree with

farm animals around

8:00 am: Leave the farm and head to the metal workshop (lohaar ki

dukaan)

8:15 am: Arrive at the metal workshop and see live preparation of a tool.

The item being prepared would be given to the guests as

a souvenir to be carry back with them

8:45 am: Carry forward into the village to see glimpses of the village life.

Enjoy a morning cup of tea at our local hosts home

9:15 am: Head back to Mana Ranakpur for breakfast

Rates

Upon Request

Minimum 4 people needed

Notice of min. 1 day to be given to avail this service

About the Tour

Mana Hotels with the local inhabitants has developed an

exciting tour of the local villages in a unique way. For starters,

the guests will be ferried on a custom built bullock cart. The

sites will include the visit to a farm, drive through the narrow

streets of a village, visit to a metal workers shop and more. We

will also give our guests a flavour of the some of the local

cuisine with the quality control of the Mana Hotels kitchen.

Mana Hotels invites you to explore village life in Ranakpur in it’s

purest form!

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Village Safari

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Explore Rajasthan Like Never Before!

Itinerary:

4:00 pm: Leave Mana Ranakpur by car

4:30 pm: Arrive at the farm & learn about the history of the Mewari horses

Take a tour of the stud farm and see how the horses are reared

5:00 pm: Go for a ride on one of the horses in the open areas surrounding

farm. Training will be provided to amateur riders and

experiences riders can ride alone

6:00 pm: Return to the farm to relax and enjoy some refreshments

6:45 pm: Leave the stud farm to return to Mana Ranakpur

7:15 pm: Arrive at Mana Ranakpur

Rates

Upon request

Minimum 4 people needed

Notice of min. 2 day to be given to avail this service

About the Tour

Ranakpur is located in the Godwad region of Rajasthan. The

horses of this area are famous for their agility and form. Mana

Hotels in association with a local entrepreneur have developed

a unique experience for its visitors where they will be taken to

the stud farms to see how these horses are reared. Not just

this, the guests will get the opportunity to ride one of these

magnificent creatures in the wide open plains in the vicinity of

the farm.

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Horse Riding & Stud Farm Visit

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Explore Rajasthan Like Never Before!

Itinerary:

5:00 pm: Leave Mana Ranakpur by car or on foot

5:20 pm: Arrive at the dam and take in the views and sights

5:45 pm: Tea, coffee and snacks will be served to you by the well trained

staff of Mana Hotels Ranakpur

6:30 pm: Spend as much time at the location. It is advisable to head back

before dark

6:45 pm: Head back to Mana Ranakpur by car or on footRates

Upon Request

Minimum 4 people needed

Notice of min. 1 day to be given to avail this service

About the Tour

Located just 2km from Mana Ranakpur is the picturesque

Ranakpur ‘bandh’ (dam). Originally, this location was graced by

the Maharaja and Maharani of Jodhpur on a frequent basis to

enjoy the peace & tranquillity of Ranakpur. We will recreate this

experience for our esteemed guests by serving them some

beverages and snacks with the Aravallis as the back drop.

Occasionally some ‘Ghadiyal’s’ can also be seen in the water.

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Tea & Snacks at the Ranakpur Dam

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Explore Rajasthan Like Never Before!

Itinerary:

09:00 am: Leave Mana Ranakpur by car after breakfast

11:00 am: Arrive at the dam and take in the views and sights

12:00 pm: Tea, coffee and snacks will be served to you by the well trained

staff of Mana Hotels Ranakpur

1:00 pm: Spend as much time at the location. It is advisable to head back

before dark

1:35 pm: Head back to Mana Ranakpur or the next destinationRates

Upon Request

Minimum 4 people needed

Notice of min. 1 day to be given to avail this service

About the Tour

Located 50km from Mana Ranakpur is the imposing Jawai

‘bandh’ (dam). Built by Maharaja Umaid Singh of Jodhpur in

1957, this dam is the main source of water supply to Jodhpur

city and other parts of Pali District. Jawai Dam is the largest

dam in Western Rajasthan.

Apart from being a visual spectacle, this area is a paradise for

migratory birds. If the guests are lucky, they may also spot

some crocodiles in the water.

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Visit to Jawai Dam

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Experience Rajasthan Like Never Before!

Areas to Visit

1. Ranakpur Temple

2. Sun Temple

3. Local Cottage Industry

4. Neighbourhood Markets

5. Village Safari

Rates

Upon Request

4 people can be accommodated

Notice of min. 1 day to be given to avail this service

About the Experience

Mana Hotels has developed a customized bullock cart in

collaboration with the local artisans in order to offer a unique

way for its guests to commute in the area. Made from all locally

sourced material, the bullock cart will be perhaps the greenest

and quirkiest ride you will find in Ranakpur.

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Bullock Cart Rides

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Experience Religion Like Never Before!

Key Facts1. 1,444 Unique Columns

2. 29 Halls

3. 80 domes

4. Built in the 15th Century over 65 years

5. Total area – 50,000 sq feet

6. Dedicated to Lord Adinath

7. 5 minute drive from Mana Hotels

Timings

Indian Nationals: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Foreign Nationals: 12:00 noon to 5 p.m.

Rates

Rs. 100/- for Still Photography

Rs. 300/- for Video Recording*Photography is allowed between 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. only

About the ExperienceMana Hotels is a 5 minute drive from one of the five most important

pilgrimage sites of Jainism. Apart from its religious importance, the

1,444 unique hand crafted marble pillars of the temple make it an

architectural marvel. The temple is in the form of a celestial aircraft

and its sheer size takes your breath away! The evening prayers

carried out in candle light with two 108 kg bells being played in

synchronization is a unique experience for the mind and the body.

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Ranakpur Jain Temple

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Experience Wildlife Like Never Before!

Rates

Upon Request

Minimum 4 people needed

Advance notice of 3 days needed to avail this service

About the ExperienceLocated at a distance of 50 km from Mana Hotels Ranakpur is Bera, a

retreat for nature lovers. Nestled in the lap of the Aravallis, Bera is

one of the only destinations in Northern India which offers sighting of

the elusive leopard. The landscape is primarily hard without any

vegetation. This makes the sightings very clear and enjoyable. Mana

Hotels has partnered with local hosts who have extensive knowledge

of this region to ensure that the guests have a memorable visit to

Bera.

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Leopard Safari

Itinerary4:00 pm: Leave Mana Ranakpur by car

5:30 pm: Arrive at Bera and shift to a safari Jeep

5:45 pm: Commence the Safari. The Leopard sightings are most

common in the dark as the glowing eyes are easy to

spot

8:30 pm: Change vehicles and head back to Mana Ranakpur

10:00 pm: Arrive at Mana Hotels for dinner

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Experience Heritage Like Never Before!

Key Facts1. Second largest Man Made wall in the world – 36 km in length

2. Built at 1100 meters above sea level

3. Area covered – 82 sq kilometers

4. Over 360 temples present within the fort

Entry Fee

Foreign Nationals: Rs. 100/- per person

Indian Nationals: Rs. 5/- per person

About the ExperienceMana Hotels is 45 km from the birth place of the great king of Mewar,

Maharana Pratap - Kumbhalgarh Fort. The perimeter walls of this

fortress are second in length only to the Great Wall of China. The

magnificent fort which also separates the Mewar region of Rajasthan

from the Marwar region was built by Rana Kumbha in the 15th

Century. Apart from its historical significance, the Kumbhalgarh –

Ranakpur forest reserve is home to a diverse variety of flora & fauna.

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Kumbhalgarh Fort

Itinerary4:00 pm: Leave Mana Ranakpur by car

5:30 pm: Arrive at the fort and take in the views and sights

7:00 pm: Enjoy the sound and light show at the fort

7:30 pm: Head back to Mana Ranakpur by car

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Experience Cooking Like Never Before!

DisclaimerThe vegetables market is an environment not controlled by Mana

Hotels. Although we make efforts to ensure cleanliness at the market,

it is not always possible.

About the ExperienceSadri, the quaint little town located 8 km from Mana Hotels Ranakpur

plays host to a daily vegetable market . The farmers start assembling

at the main ‘chowk’ (intersection) by 4:30 a.m. The produce from their

farms are displayed and buyers from the area come to purchase the

vegetables for their use. This market is for locals primarily and

majority of the purchases are in bulk to avail better rates

Mana Hotels would like to give its guests a feel of this local market.

We will let the guests pick out vegetable of their own choice,

negotiate with the vendors and also purchase the material. All of this

would be done under the care and supervision of the staff from Mana

Hotels. Not just this, if the guests want, Mana Hotels will conduct a

cooking class wherein the guests can learn how to prepare dishes out

of the vegetables that they pick out from the market (Mana Cooking

Classes)

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Culinary Tour – Vegetable Market Visit

Itinerary5:45 am: Leave Mana Ranakpur by car

6:00 am: Assemble at the ‘Mandi’ (Vegetable Market)

6:10 am: Explore the market, identify the fruits and vegetables for

purchase. Negotiate with the vendors. Make the purchase

6:40 am: Head back to Mana Ranakpur by car

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Experience Cooking Like Never Before!

DisclaimerThe dishes which will be prepared at the classes will be decided in

advance by Mana Hotels. The vegetables purchased at the market

are thoroughly cleaned before using them for cooking

About the ExperienceThe Barh Court at Mana Hotels will be the venue of choice for a one

of a kind cooking class. The class will be conducted by the production

team at Mana Hotels comprising of our highly qualified chefs and also

some local villagers who will bring in the local flavor and cooking

techniques.

Starting with a detailed discussion of the menu’s the session will go

on to actual hands on cooking by all members of the class.

If taken along with the Vegetable Market visit, the guests will get to

prepare dishes from the vegetables that they have purchased from

the market themselves.

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Culinary Tour – Cooking Classes

Itinerary11:00 am: Assemble under the Barh Court. Introductions

11:15 am: Discussion of the menu and recipe’s

11:45 pm: Start preparation of dishes one by one. Each guest will be

responsible for some part of the meal. No one is allowed to just

watch. Be prepared to get your hands dirty!

1:30 pm: The Mana service team will serve the dishes prepared by you.

Bon Appétit!

2:30 pm: Recipe books will be distributed to each guest for them to take

back

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Experience Ranakpur Like Never Before!

DisclaimerThis is a joint effort by Mana Hotels and Camel Charisma.

A minimum of 2 persons are needed for us to organize this tour

About the ExperienceMana Hotels is pleased to share with you yet another novel

experience in the culturally rich region of Ranakpur - Cottage Industry

Visit in collaboration with Camel Charisma.

Camel Chrisma is a social enterprise that seeks to develop, promote

and market environment friendly products from the camel, with the

purpose of saving this unique desert animal from extinction. Mana

Hotels, invites its guests to see how Camel Charisma is making

ecological and trendy products while at the same time promoting the

interests of the rural men & women in isolated villages.

This experience is the first real attempt at responsible tourism in this

part of Rajasthan and Mana Hotels is proud to be associated with

Camel Charisma in this endeavour.

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Cottage Industry Visit

Itinerary•Leave Mana Hotels Ranakpur by car to the Camel Cart Rendezvous

point. The distance is approximately 6 km

•Complete last 1 km of the journey on a camel cart and arrive at the

Camel Charisma Workshop

•Learn how camel by-products such as camel dung, hair and milk are

converted into environment friends products such as paper, woolen

items, soaps & ice creams

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Experience Nature Like Never Before!

DisclaimerTrek goes through the Kumbhalgarh National Forest Reserve. Proper

decorum has to be maintained.

Minimum 2 persons need to arrange this trek

About the ExperienceMana Hotels is pleased to introduce a great new experience in the

Ranakpur region for its esteemed guests - Trek from Thandi Beri to

Kumbhalgarh!

This trek takes the enthusiasts through the recently declared national

forest reserve of Kumbhalgarh. The forest reserve is known for its

varied bird life and animals such as Antilops, Wild Hens, Wild Boars,

Hyenas and more. Also along the route are some tribal villages

secluded from the rest of the world showcasing a way of life not

known to city dwellers. The landscape changes from light forest cover

to a steep hill climb as one approaches Kumbhalgarh Fort. Enjoy this

multifarious experience with Mana Hotels in Ranakpur.

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Trek – Thandi Beri to Kumbhalgarh

Itinerary05:30 am: Leave for Thandi Beri from Mana Ranakpur by car

06:00 am: Arrive at Thandi Beri and commence trek on foot

09:30 am: Reach Kumbhalgarh and leave for next destination

Fact SheetOrigin: Thandi Beri, 15 km from Mana Hotels Ranakpur

Destination: 500 meters before the parking lot at Kumbhalgarh Fort

Total Distance: 9 km

Terrain: Light forest cover and flat for the first 6 km. Steep climb for last 3 km

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About the Experience

Ranakpur is a popular lunch destination since it is located on

the Udaipur – Jodhpur highway. Mana Hotels has gone one

step further by making this stop more than just about lunch by

offering the following activities during lunch hours:

1. ‘Champi’ – Traditional Indian head massage

2. Pottery demonstration and workshop

3. ‘Mehndi Rachayi’ – Application of Heena on hands

4. Live Chapatti cooking – rural style

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Experience Ranakpur Like Never Before!

Rates

Upon Request. Notice of min. 1 day to be given to avail this service

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Lunch Experience

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Experience Ranakpur Like Never Before!

DisclaimerThis is a joint effort by Mana Hotels and Ranakpur Arogyadham

A minimum of 2 persons are needed for us to organize this tour

The herbal tour is being conducted in a natural environment. Hence small

pests and insects will be present. The guests are advised to dress

appropriately. Full length clothes and walking shoes are recommended

About the ExperienceMana Hotels in collaboration with Ranakpur Arogyadham is offering awellness experience like none other. We would like to give our guests aglimpse of how Ranakpur Arogyadham and Dr. Ganga Singh Chouhan arehealing lifestyle diseases in a natural environment with discipline and Yoga.

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Wellness Tour

Itinerary4:00 p.m. Leave Mana Ranakpur by car4:10 p.m. Arrive at Ranakpur Arogyadham - venue for the herbal tour4:15 p.m. Commence walk around the farm with an expert. During

the tour, the different medicinal plants will be shown to the guests and their medicinal properties explained.

5:15 p.m. After the walk around the farm, a short beginner level Yoga class will be conducted. The emphasis in this class will be on breathing exercises. During the class, the health benefits of each exercise will be explained in a scientific manner

5:45 p.m. Once the Yoga class is completed, a natural health drink will be served to the guests.

6:00 p.m. The final part of the tour will allow the guests to interact with Dr. Ganga Singh Chouhan, MBBS, MD, Cardiologist and the founder of the Arogydham

6:30 p.m. Leave for Mana Ranakpur by car

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Experience Ranakpur Like Never Before!

DisclaimerThe train in this experience does not offer air conditioned carriages. Time

of operation of this train might vary depending on the season and

schedule as determined by Indian Railways.

About the ExperienceLocated about 2 hours from Mana Hotels in Ranakpur, is a wonderful hidden train journey. Originating from Phulad station and terminating at Khambli Ghat station, this 1.5 hour journey gives the passengers a peak into the history of this area aside from offering great views of the Aravallis. If you are lucky, you may even spot some wildlife such as Langoors, Peacocks and Deer's.This is a meter gauge line and also one of the highest tracks in the western railway system of India. The landscape is dramatic and does not stay constant. There is a good mix of steep hills, flowing water and plains. All in all a picturesque journey through a relatively unexplored part of Rajasthan.

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Heritage Train Journey

Itinerary12:30 p.m. Leave Mana Ranakpur by car

2:30 p.m. Arrive at Phulad station and enjoy sites of the old equipment and construction

3:00 p.m. Watch the train arrive. Upon arrival, the engine attachesfrom the opposite end to commence the journey.

3:15 p.m. Board the train for Khambli Ghat. Enjoy the slow pace of the journey while enjoying spectacular views of the Aravallis and more

4:30 p.m. Reach Khambli Ghat station where your vehicle can pick you up for the onward journey

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Experience Wildlife Like Never Before!

About the ExperienceLocated 9 kms from Mana Hotel Ranakpur, we present to you a treat for the eyes and the soul - Muthana Bird Lake. This place is most popular for its diverse species of migratory birds. Since this lake has water throughout the year, the birds often stop by.In addition to the migratory birds, the lake is in a beautiful natural setting. Blue water, never ending planes and the scattered hillocks make it a visually appealing landscape.There are many ways in which this area can be explored but Mana Hotels recommends that the guests enjoy this hidden treasure with some beverages and snacks in the evening.

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Muthana – Bird Lake Visit

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Experience Adventure Like Never Before!

About the ExperienceLocated 4 kms from Mana Hotel Ranakpur and just opposite the Ranakpur Jain temple, is the “The Tirthankar Nature Trail”. Located in the Ranakpur – Kumbhalgarh National forest reserve, this trail offers excellent views of the Ranakpur Jain temple and the Ranakpur dam. A forest trail roughly 4 km long , the Tirthankar Natural Trail is a paradise for the wildlife & nature lover.In addition the forest authorities have also added some adventure sports such as ropeways on this trail for the entertainment of children and adults

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Tirthankar Forest Trail

TimingsThis is available from sunrise to sunset but suggestedtime is evening time from 4pm onwards

RateUpon Request. Notice of min. 1 day to be given to avail this

Fact Sheet1. 3.7 km long trekking trail2. Adventure games3. Great for wildlife enthusiasts 4. Great for team building and corporate retreats5. Just 5 minutes from Mana hotels

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Experience Wildlife Like Never Before!

Rates

Upon Request

Minimum 2 people needed

Advance notice of 2 days needed to avail this service

About the ExperienceLocated at a distance of 7.5 km from Mana Hotels Ranakpur is a

jungle route from Malgarh to Ranakaankar popularly known as

“Tanne Ki Naal”. Since this route is located in the Kumbhalgarh –

Ranakpur National Forest Reserve, there is a high chance of sighting

animals such as panther, wild bore, bear, sambhar & birds. Apart

from the wildlife, the landscape is plush with small waterfalls, rocky

formations and dense green forest. We recommend this safari around

sun set which makes it even more thrilling for the guests.

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Malgarh to Ranakaankar- Jungle Safari

Fact Sheet1. Located just 20 minutes from Mana Hotels2. Duration of Safari 45 minutes to an hour3. 13 km long forest route4. Located in the Kumbhalgarh – Ranakpur National reserve5. Great for Wildlife enthusiasts

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About the Experience

Ranakpur offers some breathtaking venues ideally suited for practicing

the art of Yoga. These venues are within a 10 minute drive from Mana

Hotels where we can offer all the other services needed to make a

Yoga retreat complete – specialized menu’s, yoga instructor’s, indoor &

outdoor venues and more. Some of the venues that we recommend

are:

• The Ranakpur dam for scenic beauty

• The Forest Conservation Center for views of the Ranakpur Temple

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Yoga Retreat

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About the Experience

Mana Hotels is proud to be associated with 2 government primary schools in Ranakpur. Given that Ranakpur is essentially a forest area, majority of the students in these schools are from tribal families. Mana Hotels suggests the following activities:

1. Interact with the students2. Distribute food to the students during lunch hours3. Distribute stationary to the students4. Sit through a class5. Interact with the teachers and headmaster

This experience is ideally suited for the following kind of tourists:1. Corporate groups for team building and CSR activities2. Foreign tourists to learn about education in India3. For anyone interested in socially responsible tourism4. For anyone from the education sector

Suggested Timings

The schools are open throughout the year with breaks during summers, winter and during religious festivals. The classes are typically conducted in the first half of the day with a lunch break at 12:00 noon. However, given the rural setting of the school, untimely off days are not uncommon. Therefore, it is advisable to make reservations at the hotel at least 7 days in advance. Both the schools are located within a 10 minute drive from the hotel.

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Rural School Visit

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Experience Ranakpur Like Never Before!

About the ExperienceLocated 31 kms from Mana Hotel Ranakpur, is the first golden temple built by the Jain Community in India. The main specialty of the temple is that its entire structure, including all the walls, roofs, pillars, doors, windows, steps, domes and shikharare all painted with a thick layer of gold. It is said that the women from Jain families of the surrounding areas, spared their gold ornaments and donated the same to temple authorities for construction of this golden templeMana Hotel recommends that the guests enjoy this hidden treasure in the morning before lunch.

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Golden Temple, Falna

Key Facts1. Structure painted in Gold2. 2000 year old statue3. 33 yr old temple4. Total area – 50,000 sq feet5. Dedicated to Lord Shankheshwar Parshwanath6. 30 minute drive from Mana Hotels

Timings1. Darshan Time: 7:00 AM to 1:30 PM2. Aarti Time: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM

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Experience Rajasthan Like Never Before!

About the ExperienceThe Raikas, which are also known as Rabaris, are the largestpastoralists or specialized camel breeding tribe existing inwestern Rajasthan. Raika’s take pride in the fact that for themcamel breeding is not just business but their heritage. ManaHotels has identified a Raika household not too far from the hotelwhere the guests can observe their way of life. It is located 8 kmfrom Mana and takes about 20 minutes by a small car/jeep.Although their way of life of still very basic, signs of modern daylife are creeping in. This is probably an inevitable adjustment thatthey are having to make in order to survive.

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Raika Home Visit

Suggested Itinerary• Leave Mana Hotels after breakfast by car/jeep. • After 20 minutes, reach the house of the Raika family • Enjoy a tea prepared on their traditional chullah and see how they prepare their lunch in an unconventional manner• Observe the men relax while inhaling tobacco through a ‘Chillam’ • Pay homage to their deity called ‘Mamaji’• Take a walk into the jungle where their camels have gone for grazing• Drive back to Mana Hotels in time for lunch