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Introduction of Mount abu |
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Mount Abu is the only hill retreat in
Rajasthan which nestles at the height of 3500 feet on the highest peak
of the Aravalis. It is the Rajasthan's most popular summer resort. At
the heart of the town is Nakki Lake that according to legend, was
gouged out by a divine finger nail. Around it's still expense are the
hills, somewhat dry in summer and lush green in the rains.
In summers the maximum temperature is about 33.8 degree Celsius and in
winters it remains at zero degree Celsius. Sometimes it even drops
below freezing point. So the best |
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31 Days
Rajasthan Tour (Including Mount abu)
31 Days / 30 Nights
Delhi - Alwar - Deeg - Bharatpur - Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Dholpur -
Ranthambore - Tonk - Bundi
- Jhalawar - Kota - Bijolia - Chittorgarh - Dungarpur - Banswara -
Udaipur - Rajsamand -
Nathdwara - Kumbhalgarh - Ranakpur - Mount Abu - Rohetgarh - Jodhpur -
Jaisalmer - Bikaner -
Nagaur - Mandawa - Sikar - Jhunjhunu -Jaipur - Delhi
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History of Mount Abu |
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The history
of Mount Abu is as diverse as the city itself. Earlier Mount Abu was
part of the Chauhan kingdom of Rajasthan and served as a summer resort
for the Rajput kings of the region. After that, it was leased by the
British government from the Maharaja of Sirohi to use it as the
headquarters. During the British rule in India, it was the favorite
summer destination of the British, who came here to escape the dusty,
dry heat of the plains. It also served as a sanatorium for the troops.
In the olden days Mount Abu was the home of various saints and sages.
According to legends, all the gods and goddesses of the Hindu
Mythology used to visit this holy mountain. It is also the place where
the great saint Vashishth lived and performed a yagna for the
purification of the ancient fighting caste, the Kshatriyas. From this
mystical fire rose the mighty Rajputs who later dominated the history
of Rajasthan.
The origin of Mount Abu goes back several centuries. Once Nandini, the
cow belonging to the venerable sage Vashishtha, was trapped in a deep
gorge and could not get herself free. When all efforts failed, the
sage appealed to Lord Shiva for assistance. The Lord Shiva sent
Saraswati, the divine stream, to help flood the gorge so that the cow
could float up. Once his cow was free, Vashishtha approached the great
Himalaya and asked him to fill the gorge permanently to avoid further
mishaps. The youngest son of Himalaya, with the assistance of Arbud,
the mighty snake filled the gorge. The place came to be called Mount
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Tourist Attraction in Mount Abu |
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Mount Abu is a hill station with various
delightful spots. The Nakki lake is picturesquely lake set amidst
hills and is believed to have been carved out by the gods with their
nails. It is a popular spot for boating and the only artificial lake
in India which is about 1200 meters above sea level. The surrounding
hills have several areas of interest like the spectacular Sunset
Point, Toad’s Rock, and the beautifully sculpted hill temple of Gaumukh and famous
Dilwara Jain Temples. The Dilwara temples are a
unique and outstanding example of Jain temple architecture. These
temples were built between 11th and 13th century AD and are famous for
their exquisite carvings in the marble.
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Nakki Lake |
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Dilwara Jain Temple |
Dilwara Jain Temple Marble
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Toad’s Rock |
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A rock
carved by nature, over hangs the placid Nakki Lake and appears to be
in the shape of the toad, ready to dive into the lake. It not only
filially keeps eye on the love lake Nakki, but majestically surveys
the whole town too.
It is an excellent example of igneous rock with breath taking shapes
in the cradle of the oldest mountain ranges in the world. Together
with this wondrous sculpture, chiseled by the three great sculptures,
The Sun, The Rain and The Wind, there are many more masterpieces in
Mount Abu. Here one can satisfy his visual and spiritual senses by
watching and feeling the energy of all the five elements of life in
harmony with each other. The Land, Water, Air, Fire (Sun) and Sky.
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Toad Rock |
Toad Rock from
Nakki Lake View |
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How to get here |
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By Air:
Udaipur is the nearest airport.
By Rail:
A good network of trains connect Mount Abu with various cities of
Rajasthan and India.
By Road:
Mount Abu is connected by road to various cities in Rajasthan and as
well as to various other cities of India. |
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31 Days
Rajasthan Tour (Including Mount abu)
31 Days / 30 Nights
Delhi - Alwar - Deeg - Bharatpur -
Fatehpur Sikri - Agra - Dholpur - Ranthambore - Tonk - Bundi -
Jhalawar - Kota - Bijolia - Chittorgarh - Dungarpur - Banswara -
Udaipur - Rajsamand - Nathdwara - Kumbhalgarh - Ranakpur - Mount Abu -
Rohetgarh - Jodhpur - Jaisalmer - Bikaner - Nagaur - Mandawa - Sikar
- Jhunjhunu -Jaipur - Delhi
28 Days Rajasthan Heritage
Tour (Including Mount abu)
28
Days / 27 Nights
Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Bhandarej - Jaipur - Mandawa - Bikaner
- Gajner - Jaisalmer - Jodhpur - Rohetgarh - Deogarh - Ranakpur -
Mount Abu - Udaipur - Dungarpur - Chittorgarh - Kota - Ranthambore -
Bharatpur - Delhi
24 Days Forts and Palaces Tour
(Including Mount abu)
24 Days / 23 Nights
Delhi - Agra - Fatehpur Sikri - Bhandarej - Jaipur - Mandawa - Bikaner
- Gajner - Jaisalmer - Osian - Jodhpur - Ranakpur - Mount Abu -
Udaipur - Kota - Ranthambore - Bharatpur - Delhi
7 Days Imperial Rajasthan Tour
(Including Mount abu)
7 Days / 6 Nights
Udaipur - Ranakpur - Mount Abu - Jodhpur
6 Days Mountain Tour (Including Mount
abu)
6 Days / 5 Nights
Udaipur - Mount Abu - Jodhpur |
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Map of
Mount Abu
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