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Mount AbuMount Abu is Rajasthan's only hill station. It used to be the summer resort of the royalty. The British East India Company finding the cooler environs of Mount Abu to be very congenial built a cantonment here and till India's independence in 1947 the British Imperial army occupied the cantonment.

Apart from evergreen hills and beautiful mountains, Mount Abu has many temples of the Jain sect. The Dilwara temple for instance is made out of the finest variety of Ambaji marble and the temple consists of the shrines of Adinath, Neminath, Mahavira, Rishavdeva and Pareshnath.

There is also the majestic Vimal Basahi temple which is dedicated to the first Jain tirthankar - Adinath. This temple was built by Gujrat's first Solanki king - Bhim Dev. He spent a stagering 18 crore 53 lakh rupees to complete this magnificent temple. There are 48 pillars and 52 gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon are enshrined in the temple.



The shimmering Nakki Lake in the center of Mount Abu is one of the most popular tourist site of Rajasthan. The lake is famous for its strange rock formations. The best known rock is Toad Rock which looks exactly like a Toad. There are other rock formations like Nun Rock, Nandi Rock etc. Beside the Nakki Lake is the 14th century Raghunath Temple.

In Mount Abu, there are various vantage points like Sunset point, Honeymoon Point, the Crags and Robert's Spur to name just a few. There is also the Adhar Devi temple which is 3 kms. out of town. A flight of 200 steps leads one to this holy Durga temple which is situated in a natural cleft of a rock. From the temple, the panoramic views of Mt. Abu is absolutely breath taking.

 

What To See Mount Abu

Gaumukh Temple: A natural spring flowing through a sculpted cow's head gives the shrine its name. The famous 'yagna' of sage Vashishtha was performed here. A beautifully sculpted hill temple of Arbuada-the mighty serpent stands against the beautiful backdrop. Nearby is the magnificent marble image of Nandi, the celestial bull rescued by Arbuada.

Dilwara Jain Temple: These beautifully carved temples built between 11th and 13th century A.D. are sheer elegance in marble, dedicated to the jain Tirthankaras. The Vimal Vasahi temple is the oldest of these dedicated to the first Tirthankara. Built in 1031 A.D. (by Vimal Shah-a merchant and representative of then Gujarat ruler), it is a superb example of temple architecture.

Adhar Devi Temple: The temple is chiselled out of a huge rock reached by a flight of 360 stairs. A favourite tourist spot.

Sunset Point: Spectacular sight of the setting sun when the hills are covered in the golden glow can be viewed from here.

 

Honeymoon Point: Also known as Andra Point, it offers an enchanting view of the verdant plains and valleys. The place looks most beautiful during the dusk hours.

Gardens and Parks: Beautifully laid parks and gardens are interspersed throughout the hilly paradise. Ashok Vatika,Gandhi park, Municipal Park,Shaitan Singh Park and Terrace Garden are some of the noteworthy gardens.

Museum and Art Gallery: Located at the Raj Bhawan, it was a collection of archaeological excavations dating back to 8th-12th century A.D. It also has Jain bronze carvings,brassworks etc. for viewing.

05 Day Tours Packages Mount Abu

Day 1
Udaipur : Arrive at Udaipur - city of Lakes is perhaps one of the most romantic and beautiful cities in India. On arrival transfer to the hotel. Evening free for independent activities. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 2
Udaipur : After breakfast at the hotel proceed for a full day tour of Udaipur visiting the City Palace - The largest palace complex of Rajasthan, Jagdish Temple - built by Maharana Jagat Singh and is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, Sahelion-Ki-Bari, Bhartiya Lok kala Museum and the Shilpa Gram. Overnight at hotel.

Day 3
Udaipur – Mount Abu : After breakfast drive to Mount Abu. Arrive and check into the hotel. Later leave for sightseeing. Overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 4
Mount Abu : Morning after breakfast full day sightseeing tour of Mount Abu visiting the famous 11th century Dilwara Jain temple complex. Enjoy a cruise through Nakki Lake at sunset, starting from the Sunset Point. Overnight stay Mount Abu.

Day 5
Mount Abu – Udaipur : After breakfast transfer to Udaipur Airport / Railway Station (on time) for your onward journey. Tour concludes with sweet memories.

 

Jaipur

Mr.Gaurav Sharma (Tour Manager)
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Udaipur

Mr.Shantanu (Tour Manager)
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