Mount Abu

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Introduction Mount Abu the holy mountain lies at the southern extremity of the Aravelli. Mount abu, owing to its good rainfall. The flora and fauna enjoys the adulation of the tourist to the fullest. This glorious ambience suited mainly to the likes of sages and tribals and both made a great impact in the history of the region Among the flourishing ranges is the highest point of the Aravalli is the 'Gurushikhar' with a vast sanctuary that shelters a number of species like langur. Best Time to Travel Round The Year Adhar Devi Temple A beautiful temple chiseled out of a huge rock and flanked by natural cleft is reached by a flight of 360 stairs. Nakki Lake This lake is studded with little islets, as legend has, it was dug out by gods with their nails. Gaumukh Temple Here a little stream flows from the mouth of a marble cow. It was here that the legend of the four Agnikula clans of Rajputs was born. Shri Raghunath Temple It is believed that Shri Ramanand, the Famous Hindu Preacher, placed the image of Shri Raghunathji on this spot in 14th century. Dilwara Temple The central shrine has an image of Rishabhdev and large courtyard with 52 small shrines, each housing a beautiful statue of Thirthankaras with 48 elegantly carved pillars from the entrance to the courtyard. Sunset Point It provides a lovely view of the setting sun, South-West of Nakki lake, where the sun gradually drowns itself in the azure sky between two mountain peaks, steps lead up to high terrace which offers an awe inspiring view of the setting sun. Introduction Mount Abu the holy mountain lies at the southern extremity of the Aravelli. Mount abu, owing to its good rainfall. The flora and fauna enjoys the adulation of the tourist to the fullest. This glorious ambience suited mainly to the likes of sages and tribals and both made a great impact in the history of the region Among the flourishing ranges is the highest point of the Aravalli is the 'Gurushikhar' with a vast sanctuary that shelters a number of species like langur. Best Time to Travel Round The Year How To Reach Air The nearest airport is Udaipur Road Some buses go all the way to Mount Abu while others terminate at Abu road. Convenient bus services are from Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Baroda, Jaipur, Jodhpur, Mumbai, and Udaipur. Rail Mount Abu is located on the broad gauge line between Delhi and Mumbai via Ahmedabad. Direct trains run to various destinations including Ajmer, Jodhpur, Jaipur and Ahmedabad.