Balotra town is in Barmer District of Rajasthan, about 100 km from Jodhpur. The town is famous for hand block printing and textile industry and for an annual desert and tribal fair at Tilwara. It is well connected with Jodhpur by rail and buses at frequent intervals. From Balotra towards Jalore (14 km) there is India’s third Brahma Temple in the village of Astora, from Balotra towards Barmer (11 km) there is Ancient Temple of Lord Shri Vishnu named as Shri Ranchore Ray, Khed Mandir in the village of Khed.
A few hundred years ago Khed was the capital of the Rathores of western Rajasthan, whose influence extended over the entire region. Located around 13 km from Balotra is famous Jain Temple Nakoda. The place receives religious devotees from across India. The town is home to more than 5,000 textile units and is located on the coast of the river Luni.
Tourist Attractions in Balotra
Mata Rani Bhatiyani Temple at Jasol
Rani Bhatiyani Temple is situated in the village of Jasol, at a distance of about 5 kms from Balotra. It is popular for the wonders that the goddess Mata Rani Bhatiyani showers upon her devotees.
Bithuja Temple
Bithuja Temple is situated close to Balotra on the shores of Luni River. Bithuja Temple belongs to Baba Ramdev who is folk–deity of Rajasthan.
Khed Temple
Khed Temple is the temple of Lord Ranchhod Ray Bhagwan (Shri Vishnu JI) which is situated close to the town of Balotra. Khed Temple is famous all over the world. The temple is a historical sight.
Tilwara
Tilwara is a village which is situated about 20 kms from Balotra. The village is well-known for Mallinath Fair which takes place annually in the month of March/April.
Other important tourist spots in Balotra are Akdeshwer Mahadev Temple, Santoshi Maa Temple, Malinath Temple, Ranuja Tirth, Siwana Temple, Dargah-Bhola-Peer, Madina Masjid and Nakoda Temple.
How to Reach Balotra
Balotra is linked with all the main cities of India by rail, road and air network. From Balotra the nearest airport is at the city of Jodhpur at a distance of 105 kms far away from Balotra. Balotra Junction Railway Station is well connected with many important cities of the country.
Best time to Visit
The best months to visit this town is during winters from October to March.
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The fort of Bhamer is famous as the capital of the kings. The fort has surrounded the township from three sides and gates and entrances have been constructed on the fourth side. There are 184 caves in this fort.