Patan, the ancient city that served as Gujarat’s capital for 650 years. The ruins of the ancient city, with the famous Rani Ki Vav stand about 2 km northwest of the quaint town of present-day Patan, which is known for its patola sarees.
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Modhera Sun Temple
PatanThe 11th century temple dedicated to Sun God, a non living temple with intricate carving all round the temple building. Gujarat Tourism organize Dance Festival in the month of January every year.
Patan Patola
PatanPatola is a holy silk cloth. It is believed that by wearing Patola containing religious and miraculous powers. It was this quality which made the people of Thailand, Malaysia and Indonesia value the Patola above all treasures. (Double Ikat) Patola from the area of Patan glorifies this heritage with its unique gem like qualities, gorgeous colors, designing and durability.
Rani ki Vav (Stepwell)
PatanRani (Queen) Udayamati commissioned this vav or stepwell, in 1063 in memory of her husband King Bhimdev I of the Solanki dynasty. The vav was later flooded by the nearby Saraswati river and silted over until the late 1980s, when it was excavated by the Archeological Survey of India, with the carvings found in pristine condition.