Mount Abu

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.

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.