Rajasthan conjures up an image of an arid desert land but the state has one of the best hill resorts in India. The hill station of Mount Abu, is located atop a 1,220 meter high plateau in the Aravalli hills and though it can be visited any time of the year, the best time many say is in the autumn months. Mount Abu, which according to a legend gets its name from Arbuda, a serpent who had saved Lord Shiva's bull, Nandi's life, has many tourist attractions that you can visit while you spend your holidays in the hill station. For instance, you can visit the Nakki Lake, which is an artificial lake, popular for boating. Two sunset points that are popular, are the Sunset Point and the Honeymoon Point. The Sunset Point also has an amusement park making it a great place for both parents and children.
One cannot imagine going to Mount Abu, and not taking a tour of the Dilwara temples. The temples were built between 11th and 13th century and are known for their intricate carvings and workmanship. The tourists can also check out the wildlife sanctuary, which is quite close to Neminath. Other places worth a visit are the Brahma Kumari Spiritual University, which holds free meditation classes daily, Adhar devi temple, built inside a natural cleft in the rock, Doodh Baori, close to the Brahma Kumari University and Guru Shikhar, which is the highest peak of the Aravalli range.
Tourist Attractions in Mount Abu
Dilwara Jain Temples: The most famous tourist attraction in Mount Abu, the Dilwara temples were constructed between 11th and 13th centuries AD. Sacred to Jain, they are considered masterpieces of temple architecture. The Vimal Vasahi temple in the complex is worth mentioning as the temple took about 14 years to complete and is dedicated to Adinath, the first Jain tirthankaras. These beautifully carved temples in white marbles are dedicated to different tirthankaras. One can also see intricately carved images of female figures in dancing poses on some of the 48 pillars.
Nakki Lake: Nakki Lake is a beautiful picnic spot in Mount Abu. According to the legend, the lake was created by a Hindu God using his nails, and so derives its name Nakki (nail) Lake. The lake offers breathtaking view of surrounding hills and offers ideal spot for boating.
Guru Shikar: Guru Shikar is the highest peak of the Aravali range, located at about15 km northeast of Mount Abu. It's an important Hindu pilgrimage site, worth visiting on your Mount Abu Tour.
Other famous attractions in Mount Abu include the Gaumukh Temple, which derives its name from a sculpted cow situated in the temple compound, Adhar Devi Temple and Shri Raghunathji Temple.
Things to Do in Mount Abu
Mount Abu offers an exciting range of leisure options to its visitors. You can enjoy sunset viewing , as Mount Abu offers spectacular views of the sunset. There are many sunset and honeymoon points in Mount Abu, offering a breathtaking view of sunset. You can also enjoy an exciting horse ride to explore various points in the hill station. A boat cruising in the lovely Nakki Lake is another not to be missed attraction in Mount Abu. You can also enjoy day trekking trips to nearby Shanti Shikhar (the peak of peace), Achalgarh (11 km) and Guru Shikhar (15 km), all of them offering breathtaking views of enchanting surroundings. The Mahavira Jayanti and the Summer Festival are other must enjoy attractions in Mount Abu. You can enjoy the traditional folk dances and melodious folk music of Mount Abu during festivals.
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