Mount Abu is one of the famous Hill Station of Rajasthan, stand near the Gujarat Rajasthan border. Mount Abu is situated in the Sirohi district and at the highest peak of Aravalli range around 1722 meters above the sea level. Mount Abu is one and only hill station of Rajasthan also known as the summer capital of Rajasthan. Abu is blessed with serene lake, green mountain, picturesque forest etc. The serpent "Arbuda" save the life of Nandi- Lord Shiva's bull which incident occurred on the Mount Abu. This region is referred to as Arbudaranya in Puran which later converted and gradually became Abu. There are many interesting tourist spots in Abu.
Nakki Lake
Nakki Lake is one of the best attraction of Mount Abu. Lake is surrounded by Hills which increase the beauty of Lake. There are many hotels and resorts surrounding the Lake. Boating option is also there to enjoy the climate and scenery of the hill station.
The legend said that the Lake is created by Devtas with using their nail (Nakh) due to which the name is Nakki Lake. Few local tribes also worshipped the Nakki Lake. The lake is the heart of the hill station and hub for evening boating ride and fun activities.
The legend said that the Lake is created by Devtas with using their nail (Nakh) due to which the name is Nakki Lake. Few local tribes also worshipped the Nakki Lake. The lake is the heart of the hill station and hub for evening boating ride and fun activities.
Sunset Point
Sunset Point is one of the main attraction of Mount Abu. Hundreds of tourist gathered to view Sunset on the Sunset Point. The nature and climate of the Hill station is at it's best while sunset time.
Horse Ride option is also there to reach the Sunset Point. The Lake is also famous as ashes of Mahatma Gandhi is immersed into the Lake.
Horse Ride option is also there to reach the Sunset Point. The Lake is also famous as ashes of Mahatma Gandhi is immersed into the Lake.
Guru Shikhar
Guru Shikhar is the highest peak of the Aravalli Range and around 18 KMs from Nakki Lake. Dattatreya Temple is situated on the top of the Guru Sikhar. Climbing around 300 steps one can reach to the temple.
This peak point of the mountain Abu has a secinic surrounding view. One can also enjoy Sunset from the top of the mountain. The footprint of Dattatreya is in the temple. Another temple is also at a peak point. Behind the temple, there is a huge bell. The sound of the bell listens from long distance.
This peak point of the mountain Abu has a secinic surrounding view. One can also enjoy Sunset from the top of the mountain. The footprint of Dattatreya is in the temple. Another temple is also at a peak point. Behind the temple, there is a huge bell. The sound of the bell listens from long distance.
Delwara Temple
The Delwara Temple is the famous destination among the tourist for its marble Design. It is the best example of the architecture of ancients time for its marble cutting design. It is considered among one of the best Jain Pilgrimage site of the world.
The temple is built between 11 and 13 centuries AD. Delwara Temple is the must visit the place of Mount Abu. It attracts the tourist not from India but from foreign also.
The temple is built between 11 and 13 centuries AD. Delwara Temple is the must visit the place of Mount Abu. It attracts the tourist not from India but from foreign also.
Apart from the above places, there are many other attraction such as Toad Rock, Adhar Devi, Honeymoon point, Peak Park, Om Shanti Bhawan, Gaumuk, Achleshwer Temple, wildlife Sanctuary, Brahmakumari Museum etc which also attract thousands of the tourist.
One can also have the option for shopping of local items from the local market area. One can also get Bike on rental to visit local places. Further Taxi services and Abu darshan bus option is also available to visit the tourist point of the hill station.
(Pictures Credit: Rajasthan Tourism official site)
One can also have the option for shopping of local items from the local market area. One can also get Bike on rental to visit local places. Further Taxi services and Abu darshan bus option is also available to visit the tourist point of the hill station.
(Pictures Credit: Rajasthan Tourism official site)
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