Mount
Abu - The only hill station in Rajasthan is situated in south-west end of
Rajasthan.It has stunning array of exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples dating
back 11th- 13th centuries ,making it a popular pilgrimage centre. Delwara
Jain Temples, are sheer elegance in marble, dedicated to the Jain
Tirthankaras. Places to see are Gaumukh Temple( a natural spring flowing
through a sculpted cow’s head ), Adhar Devi temples and Nakki lake.
Museum at the Raj Bhawan is a collection of archaeological excavations
dating back to 8th-12th century A.D. It also has Jain bronze carvings,brass
works etc. Sunset point provides a spectacular sight of the setting sun and
hills are covered in the golden glow can be viewed from here. Other popular
spots include Honeymoon point, which also offers a view of sunset, the Crags
and the Shanti Shikhar. Trevor’s Tank, named after the British engineer
who constructed it is a delight for bird-watchers with densely wooded hills
that are a haven to pigeons, peacocks and partridges. Achalgarh is an
impressive fort with some beautiful Jain Temples enclosed within.
Best Season to Visit : February to June, September and December.
Reaching Mount Abu -
Air : Udaipur is the nearest airport. Daily flight form Delhi,
Mumbai and Jaipur are available to Udaipur.
Rail : Abu Road is the nearest railway station and is about 22 kms
from Mount Abu. And well connected with Ahemdabad, Jaipur, Mumbai and
Jodhpur.
Road : Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable deluxe buses from
Jaipur and Abu Road to Mount Abu. It is also connected by road to Delhi,
Udaipur, Ajmer, Bundi and Udaipur.
STD/ISD Codes -
if dialing from India to Mount Abu --- 02974 (number)
if dialing from outside India to Mount Abu ---- ++ 91-2974 (number)
Shopping in Mount Abu -
In Mount Abu there is also a mini market for Rajasthan handicrafts. Boating
facilities are available at Nakki Lake. There are number of private hotels
and it becomes difficult to get accommodation during the peak season.
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