Location
Makrana Marble is found in Makrana town, Nagaur district
Lies in the Aravalli Range
2. Importance
Makrana marble is world-famous
Used in:
Taj Mahal (Agra)
Victoria Memorial (Kolkata)
Jain Temples (Rajasthan)
Rajasthan is the largest producer of marble in India
3. Characteristics of Makrana Marble
Pure white marble
High calcium carbonate content
Non-porous & long-lasting
Does not turn yellow over time
Easily polishable
4. Types of Makrana Marble
Makrana White
Makrana Albeta
Makrana Dungri
Makrana Pink
5. Mining & Industry
Marble mining is mostly open-cast
Rajasthan has the largest marble processing industry in India
Major processing centers:
Makrana
Kishangarh
Udaipur
Rajsamand
6. Other Marble Producing Areas in Rajasthan
Rajsamand
Udaipur
Ajmer
Bhilwara
Pali
