Plan a trip to the summer resort of the Rajput kings and the British. Mount Abu, the only hill station in Rajasthan, is located at an altitude of 1,720 m and is called a 'green oasis in the unfertile desert of Rajasthan'. The lush green forested hills in Mount Abu make it a favourite holiday spot among the honeymoon couples, nature lovers and almost all the holiday makers. Covering the southern corner of Rajasthan, Mount Abu is a major pilgrimage site for both the Hindus as well as Jains. Apart from being a religious and naturally beautiful place, it is popular for its historical importance.
It is believed that all the three hundred and thirty million gods and goddesses of the Hindu mythology used to visit this holy mountain. Earlier a part of the Chauhan kingdom of Rajasthan, it served as a pleasant destination to get rid of the scorching summer of the desert in Rajasthan.
Major Attractions
The landscape in Mount Abu is dotted with countless coniferous trees and blossoming shrubs. The climate remains cool throughout the year. When it comes to attractions, Mount Abu has endless options. A few of them are:
Nakki Lake (boating spot; believed to be carved out by the gods with their nails)
Dilwara Jain Temples (11th-13th century temples dedicated to Jain Tirthankaras)
Sunrise Palace (the summer Palace of the Maharajas, one of the highest points)
Adhar Devi Temple (built on a rock cleave, dedicated to goddess Durga)
Gomukh Temple (saint Vashishth performed a yagna to create four rajput clans here)
Achalgarh Fort (built by the warrior king Rana Kumbha)
There are several mountain walks, which showcase the actual divine beauty of the entire region. The ancient Jain scriptures prove that Lord Mahavira, the 24th Jain Tirthankar and spiritual leader, also visited Mount Abu and blessed the city. Apart from Mahavir Jayanti (the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavira), people celebrate the three-day Summer Festival in the month of June with full vigor and enthusiasm. It reflects the typical tribal life and culture of Rajasthan from different aspects.
You can visit several emporiums and market area to buy the best of Rajasthani and Gujarati articles and handicrafts, marble products, sandalwoods and sandstones, jewellery, fabrics, wooden articles, gemstones, metal crafts, leather ware, Rajasthani bangles etc. are the major attractions in shopping.
Mount Abu is the only hill station in the desert land of Rajasthan. While planning a Holiday in Rajasthan, you will come across the majestic Aravali ranges that serve as the gateway for this beautiful destination. Visit Mount Abu during your Rajasthan Tour and you will observe that the place is a paradise for all the vacationers including the honeymoon coupl
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