Mount Abu

Experience Mount Abu
Mount Abu, the highest point in the Aravalli range that passes through Rajasthan, is the only hill resort of Rajasthan. It's not a tough decision to make if you are planning to visit the place, for Mount Abu is not only among the best hill stations in the country, it is also an important Rajput and Jain pilgrimage. Mount Abu is situated around the Nakki lake, which, it is believed, was dug out by the Gods by their nail. Mount Abu was used as a summer resort by the Maharajas and other members of the royal family. The beauty of the place is also evident in the enormous rocks, the lush trees and a wide variety of the animals and birds which make it a complete tourist destination.

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Visiting Mount Abu
» Dilwara Temples : The Dilwara Temples are a group of Jain temples located at the distance of 2.5 km from Mount Abu. These temples are magnificent marble structures and are among the most sacred pilgrimages for the Jain community. The temples reflect a marked simplicity in the overall structure though ornamental details can be noticed in every corner of the temple.

» Gaumukh Temple : It is said that sage Vashishtha performed a Yagya (a Hindu rite) here to regenerate the human race which resulted in the birth of Chauhans, Solankis, Pannars and Pratihars. There is a natural spring here that flows out of a sculpted head of a cow and the name of the temple also has been derived from it.

» Adhar Devi Temple : Carved out of a huge rock, the Adhar Devi temple stands at the distance of 3 km from the city. It is built on a rock cleave and you'll have to go between the rocks to reach the temple. The Adhar Devi temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga and is an important pilgrimage site among the Hindus. You can also have a panoramic view of the valley from here.

» Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary : It was declared a protected area in 1960 and the place has developed into an attractive destination which attracts tourists from all over the world. The tourism department here has made sincere efforts towards promoting eco tourism in the sanctuary. The sanctuary is a thriving hub for the biodiversity of the area. Some of the important species here include Indian civet, Hyena, Wild Boar and Langoor among others.


Staying in Mount Abu
Mount Abu is the only hill station and an important Hindu and Jain pilgrimage of Rajasthan and therefore it's only natural that the place attracts hordes of tourists and pilgrims. There are a wide range of hotels and resorts here so you can easily pick out the one that suits your requirements. These hotels provide you with wonderful ambiance and world class service so that you can have a memorable stay here. Some of the important hotels in Mount Abu are Hotel Hillock, Palace Hotel, Hotel Hilltone, Hotel Jaipur House and Hotel Cama Rajputana among others.


Shopping in Mount Abu
The markets in Mount Abu offer you with a wide variety of handicrafts from Rajasthan . The things that you may like to buy here are textiles, jewellery, curios in wood metal and marble among other things.


Reaching Mount Abu
Udaipur is the nearest airport from Mount Abu which is about 185 km away. The airport is connected by regular flights with Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur. The nearest railhead is Abu Road which is about 28 km from Mount Abu. It is well connected with major cities such as Jaipur, Mumbai, Ahmedabad and Jodhpur among others. Mount Abu is well connected by road network also with Ajmer, Bundi, Udaipur and Delhi.

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