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| Mount Abu
is a picturesque hill-station in Rajasthan
and more than just a summer retreat, which
is actually a plateau lying at an altitude
of 1200 meters and is rich in vegetation.
Mount Abu , also said to be 'the paradise
of Rajasthan' is one of the popular Jain pilgrimage
sites. This beautiful and fascinating city
is famous for its Dilwara Caves and its natural
beauty. Named after the Arbuda Devi, the city
is also known for being the headquarters of
the Brahmakumaris religious sect. Mount Abu
was also an important Vaishnava and shaivite
pilgrim center up to the 11th century. No
visit to Mount Abu can be complete without
a trip to the famed Temples . |
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This is also the highest point between the
Himalayan range up north and the Nilgiris
in the south. While driving uphill to Mount
Abu , there is a range of huge smooth rocks
with weird shapes, a result of erosion by
high velocity winds. |
| Hill
Station of the Rajasthan in a festive mood
with the Summer Festival, held every year
in the month of June. The steep rocks, picturesque
locations, tranquil lakes and the pleasant
climate of Mount Abu make it an ideal location
for the festival. The three-day festival is
a feast of folk and classical music and a
window to the tribal life and culture of Rajasthan.
The festival begins with the singing of a
ballad which is followed by folk dances which
enthral the spectators. Sporting events such
as the boat race on the Nakki lake add variety
to the festival. |
| Brief
History |
| Historically,
the only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount
Abu is much more than just a summer retreat.
The legend has it that Abu stands for the
son of Himalayan, deriving its name from Arbuada,
the powerful serpent that rescued Nandi, the
sacred bull of Lord Shiva, from a chasm. The
place has also been home to many saints and
sage such as the Sage Vashishtha, who is believed
to have created four agnikula Rajput clans
from a fire - pit by performing a 'yagna'
or fire sacrifice, to protect the earth from
the demons. |
| How
to reach |
Mount Abu can be easily
accessed through air, train or road.
By Air : Mount Abu is connected
by air. The nearest airport in Udaipur and
Ahmedabad.
By Rail :
The nearest railhead Abu Road is 27-km, which
connect Mount Abu with all the major cities
of India .
By Road :
There is excellent roadway services in Mount
Abu with many important cities inside and
outside the state. Some notable distances
are : Ahmedabad 214 kms, Bombay 835 kms, Delhi
768 kms, Jaipur 515 kms, Udaipur 182 kms,
Jodhpur 291 kms, Ranakpur 168 kms.
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| Climate
& Season |
| Mount Abu
has a very warm climate. Temperatures during
summers range from 23`C to 28`c. Temperatures
during winters drop to as low as 10`C. The
best season to visit is from February - June,
September – December, when the weather remains
cool and tolerable. During the summers, one
must carry light tropical clothes. In the
winters, it is necessary to carry woolens.
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| Language |
| Rajasthani,
Hindi and Gujarati |
| Best
Attractions |
| Undulating
lanes and colorful bazaars make Mount Abu
an interesting experience. Today, Mount Abu
is a major tourist attraction in the country.
We list below a selection of major attractions
of Mount Abu – |
| Dilwara
Temple :
These Jain temples are Mount Abu
's main attraction and among the finest examples
of Jain architecture in India . The complex
includes two temples in which the art of carving
marbles reached unsurpassed heights. |
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Adhar Temple
: Formed by a natural
cleft, this wonderful Durga temple is chiseled
out of a huge rock. There are some 365 steps
leading to this temple. |
| Nakki
Lake :
According to the legends, this lake
was excavated with the fingernails of God.
The only lake in India to lie 1200m above
from sea level, it is worth visiting. The
charming and peaceful Nakki Lake , which lies
beyond the Raghunath temple houses many little
islets. |
| Sunset
Point: This serene place offers an
amazing view of the crimson colours of dusk,
kissing lush plains on the horizon. Of the
various viewpoints around town this is the
most popular one. |
| Honeymoon
Point: This point provides an enchanting
view of the lush green valley and plains.
The view of this place looks spectacular especially
during the sunset. |
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