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Between the Himalayas and the Nilgiri mountain ranges, the highest place (about 1700 MSL) is Mt. Abu is a fascinating hill station of Rajasthan. It is a living example of an inextricable mix of religion and tourism. Located in the southern end of Aravalli mountains, Mount Abu is a summer retreat. It is well-known for its Dilwara Jain temples of the 11th century, and it is also a pilgrim centre. Sages like Vasishta lived here. About the origin of Mount Abu there is a mythological story. The story is that Abu rescued the sacred bull Nandi here and therefore the place got its name.

A verdant oasis in the desert!
Mount Abu is one of the popular jain pilgrimage sites. The road to paradise has never been easy and this one is no exception. Bumping along an uneven road, hitting your head against the smooth roof of a deluxe bus you need to close your eyes and revive the temptations of your destination. Conjure up the lushness of Mount Abu, which all tourist guides announce is 'the paradise of Rajasthan'.

Indeed Mount Abu is the only hill station in Rajasthan that offers the best of all possible worlds, with more scenic beauty, more architecture and archaeology in the form of the famous Dilwara caves, the chief center for the Brahmakumaris and a generous peppering of temples which shows that the place has beenexceptionally favored by the gods. Abu has been an important place of penance for the sages.

Tourist Spots

» Dilwara Jain Temples : These temples were built during 11th to 13th centuries. They are dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras. Vimal Vasahi temple is the oldest, built in 1031 AD. Another is Lun Vasahi temple. The Adhar Devi temple with its many stairs is a tourist attraction.Panchakalyanak-Scenesauspicious events from a Jain Tirthankar's life, LunaVasahi Temple Delwara

» Nakki Lake : The islets in the artificial lake and the rock formations on the sides are of interest. According to a legend, the Gods carved out the lake with their nails, nakki meaning nail.

» Gaumukh Temple : This site got this name because a spring is flowing from a sculpted cow's head. There is also a marble structure of Nandi.

» Raghunathji Temple : Dedicated to Raghunathji, the temple is situated near Nakki lake. It was built in the 14th century.

» Museum and Art Gallery : Located at the Raj Bhawan, it was a collection of archaeological excavations dating back to 8th-12th century A.D. It also has Jain bronze carvings,brassworks etc. for viewing.

» Adhar Devi Temple : The temple is chiselled out of a huge rock reached by a flight of 360 stairs. A favourite tourist spot.

» Sunset Point : Spectacular sight of the setting sun when the hills are covered in the golden glow can be viewed from here.

» Honeymoon Point : Also known as Andra Point, it offers an enchanting view of the verdant plains and valleys. The place looks most beautiful during the dusk hours.

» Shri Raghunathji Temple : Situated near the 'Nakki' lake is the temple dedicated to Shri Raghunathji with a beautiful image of the deity that was placed here in 14th century A.D. by Shri Ramanand the famous Hindu preacher.

» Gardens and Parks : Beautifully laid parks and gardens are interspersed throughout the hilly paradise. Ashok Vatika,Gandhi park, Municipal Park,Shaitan Singh Park and Terrace Garden are some of the noteworthy gardens.

How to get there !

Mount Abu is Rajasthan's only hill station. It is 187 km away from Ahmedabad in Gujarat.

» By Rail : There are direct trains to Abu Road Station (27 km away from Mount Abu) from Delhi, Jodhpur and Agra. A fast train takes four hours between Ahmedabad in Gujarat and Abu Road.

» By Road : Mount Abu is linked with Udaipur and Ahmedabad by road.

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