Shri Ranisati Mandir in Jhunjhunu has a history of more than 400 years and is a commanding testimony to feminine bravery and motherhood with rich tales of history that captivate the fancy of all tourists.

Billions of worshippers and followers, not only in India but worldwide too come visiting Jhunjhunu’s Rani Sati Temple. Devotees from all over offer their prayers and puja everyday almost ritualistically.

The temple commemorates an act of sati (self immolation at husband pyre) by wife of a merchant in the 1595 AD. The temple has tile and mirror mosaic on the ceiling of the mandapa showing images Rani Sati, wife of Shiva and Durga and Ganesha. Wall painting depict the story of Rani Sati husband being killed by nawab soldier after a tough battle. The paintings also show the act of sati and the chariot carrying the ashes. The temple has been in some controversy as modern society and especially feminist groups decry such acts.

On the occasion of Bhado Amavasya or the no-moon day a sacred Pujanutsav is held in Jhunjhunu. Millions of devotees gather at the temple complex every year on this auspicious day and stand in queue to get a glimpse of the majestic Shri Rani Satiji.

A splendid portrait of the Rani Satiji is located in the Pardhan Mand with the imposing Shikhar. The entire edifice in white marble is charming. The main Temple of Shri Rani Satiji is the place for the main sanctum sanctorum. The temple also boasts colorful wall paintings. The temple is graced with fine murals which bear the unmistakable imprint of bearing the brunt of time.

The Rani Sati Fair is one of the most popular fairs held in the Indian state of Rajasthan. The fair is held twice a year in a place called Jhunjhunu in Rajasthan on Magh-Krishna Navami and Bhadrapada Amavasya. This famous fair got its name from Rani Sati, who was the first of a series of 13 Sati’s of the Jalan Family. She immolated herself on Magh-Krishna Navami day while the last Sati was performed on Bhadrapada Amavasya. This is why on these two days the fair is celebrated.