Mount Abu is a refreshing getaway in the desert state of Rajasthan. This popular hill station in the Aravalli Range is often referred as 'an oasis in the desert'. It is home to rivers, lakes, waterfalls and evergreen forests.
The highest peak on the mountain is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 m (5,650 ft) above sea level.
Exploring Dilwara temples and boating on the Nakki Lake are the most popular activities in this hill station.
Mount Abu, is the only hill station in Rajasthan, and it has been a popular place to visit for people from Rajasthan and the neighbouring Gujarat.
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Dilwara Jain Temples
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Built between 11th and 13th century. Amazing use of marble in the architecture. The ornamental carvings and the flawless stone laying technique makes this beautiful pilgrimage a must see. It has lotus like engravings on the ceilings and the different scenes from the Jain and Hindu mythology represented through carved marble sculptures
The temple complex consists of 5 temples which are unique to the Jain culture - Vimal Vasahi, dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankara, Adinath; Luna Vasahi, dedicated to the 22nd Jain Tirthankara, Neminatha; Pithalhar, dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankar, Rishabha; Parshvanath, dedicated to the 23rd Jain Tirthankara, Parshva and Mahavir Swami, dedicated to the last Jain Tirthankara, Mahavira.
Built between 11th and 13th century. Amazing use of marble in the architecture. The ornamental carvings and the flawless stone laying technique makes this beautiful pilgrimage a must see. It has lotus like engravings on the ceilings and the different scenes from the Jain and Hindu mythology represented through carved marble sculptures
The temple complex consists of 5 temples which are unique to the Jain culture - Vimal Vasahi, dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankara, Adinath; Luna Vasahi, dedicated to the 22nd Jain Tirthankara, Neminatha; Pithalhar, dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankar, Rishabha; Parshvanath, dedicated to the 23rd Jain Tirthankara, Parshva and Mahavir Swami, dedicated to the last Jain Tirthankara, Mahavira.
Nakki Lake
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It is ancient and sacred. Go picnic and boating here. According to Hindu mythology the lake was dug out by the Gods by simply using their nails to gain shelter from the Demon Bashkali, however many such mythological stories exist leading to the creation of this lake. Mahatma Gandhi’s ashes were immersed here that led to Gandhi Ghat. The fountains in the lake add to its natural beauty.
It is ancient and sacred. Go picnic and boating here. According to Hindu mythology the lake was dug out by the Gods by simply using their nails to gain shelter from the Demon Bashkali, however many such mythological stories exist leading to the creation of this lake. Mahatma Gandhi’s ashes were immersed here that led to Gandhi Ghat. The fountains in the lake add to its natural beauty.
Achalgarh fort
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Built by the Paramara Dynasty rulers and reconstructed by Mewar ruler Maharana Kumbha in 1452 and renamed as “Achalgarh’ or the immovable. The fort however stands in ruins to this day. The place is located at an amazing location and is famous for its ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva known as the Achaleshwar Mahadeva Temple. The temple is said to have a foot impression of Lord Shiva himself and also has a brass Nandi and 3 sculptures of buffalos near the pond.
Built by the Paramara Dynasty rulers and reconstructed by Mewar ruler Maharana Kumbha in 1452 and renamed as “Achalgarh’ or the immovable. The fort however stands in ruins to this day. The place is located at an amazing location and is famous for its ancient temple dedicated to Lord Shiva known as the Achaleshwar Mahadeva Temple. The temple is said to have a foot impression of Lord Shiva himself and also has a brass Nandi and 3 sculptures of buffalos near the pond.
Guru Shikar
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Guru Shikar is the highest point in Mt. Abu and the highest point in the Aravalli mountain range. You get a perfect panoramic view of the whole region and is famous for its temple of Guru Dattatreya an incarnation of the Hindu Deities ‘Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva’ in one.
Guru Shikar is the highest point in Mt. Abu and the highest point in the Aravalli mountain range. You get a perfect panoramic view of the whole region and is famous for its temple of Guru Dattatreya an incarnation of the Hindu Deities ‘Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva’ in one.
Trevor’s crocodile Tank/park
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It is a man made crocodile breeding spot, very serene and relaxing with lush green surroundings. It is a great picnic spot. The place also house various fauna like birds, black bear and various crocodiles resting on the rocky shores.
It is a man made crocodile breeding spot, very serene and relaxing with lush green surroundings. It is a great picnic spot. The place also house various fauna like birds, black bear and various crocodiles resting on the rocky shores.
By Air
Udaipur aiport is the nearest aiport, which is located at a distance of 185 kms
By Train
Mount Abu railway station is well-connected to different cities in India.
By Road
Mount Abu has good road connectivity.
There are many government and private buses plying to Mt Abu from nearby cites.
