Mount Abu Travel

Mount Abu - Known for beautiful Dilwara Jain temples and natural environs, Mount Abu is a famous hill station situated in south-western corner of Rajasthan. Being the only hill station in Rajasthan, it a welcome respite from the scorching weather of rest of the Rajasthan. Mount Abu has large number of splendid palaces and beautiful Lakes. The famous Dilwara Jain temples are great examples of architectural excellence. Set amidst lush green forests, it is abode of exotic flora and fauna. It is believed all 330 million deities of Hindu religion used to visit this place. The city has many places of tourist interest and is well connected with other places of Rajasthan.

As per Hindu mythology, Sage Vashishta's celestial cow, Kamdhenu, fell in a gorge. He requested the gods to save the cow. Lord Shiva sent the mighty serpent Arbud for the help. The snake raised the land where the cow was standing. This place was named Arbudanchal after the snake, now known as Mount Abu. As per the historical information, King Dhumraja of Parmar dynasty was the ruler of this city in 916 A.D. After the conquest of Mount Abu by Deora-Chauhan dynasty in 1311, it serves as a summer resort for the Rajput rulers. Later the Maharaja of Sirohi leased it to British government to serve as headquarter of the residents of Rajputana.

Mount Abu Tourist Attractions :
Dilwara Temples - Built between 11th and 13th century A.D., Dilwara Jain temples are world renowned for its fine architecture and excellent stone carvings. It a famous pilgrimage of followers of Jain religion and attracts lots of devotes and tourists.

Nakki Lake - Nakki Lake has a legend behind its origin. It is said that the lake was dug by nails by a sage, Balam Rasia, to fulfill the condition of the parents of girl whom he wished to marry. It is one of the major tourist attractions of Mount Abu.

Gaumukh - Gaumukh temple is a famous temple believed to be built on a location where Saint Vashistha performed a Yagna and created the four Rajput clans. The other places must a visit are Sunset point, Achalgarh, Guru Shikhar, Adhar Devi, Trevor's Crocodile park and Mount Abu wildlife sanctuary.

Air - The nearest airports are Udaipur and Allahabad. Both are well connected to the rest of the country.

Railways - The nearest railway station is located 28 Km away from the main city. Mount Abu is well linked with major destinations of India.

Road - The city has a well developed network or roads with nearest highway no. 14 located just 24 Km away.