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    Abhaneri is worth visiting and you can explore this very ancient village in Rajasthan which attracts tourists from all over the globe. Abhaneri is a beautiful village situated about 95 kms from Jaipur in the state of Rajasthan. It lies on the Jaipur Agra road and is a place worth visiting as it is one of the most celebrated ancient village in the entire state of Rajasthan. This place is popular for its post Gupta and the ancient monuments. Abhaneri has contributed a large number of ancient sculptures to various museums all across the globe.

    Abhaneri

    Abhaneri is very famous for its ancient step wells also called as 'Baoris'. These wells were used as cool places of resort, water reservoir in parched days.There is a beautiful temple of Harshat Mata, and the legend goes that the goddess spread joy and brightness in the village. Abhaneri is believed to be founded by the legendary king Raja Chand. Hence, it is said that this village of Abhaneri is more than three thousand years old.

    The temple of Harshat Mata belongs to the 10th century and is protected by the archeological department of India. The other place of attraction is the beautiful and very ancient Chand Baori.