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Mount Abu-Fast Facts
| Population |
18,000 |
| Languages |
Rajasthani, Hindi |
| Best time to visit |
All through the year,
especially during summer |
STD Code |
02974 |
Mount Abu - Introduction
The name Rajasthan invariably conjures up the image of a dry and arid land, devoid of all greenery and vegetation. Yet it is in this very state that one finds one of the most beautiful hill resort in India. This very hill resort, which is blessed by both nature and human hand, is known as Mount Abu. It not only boasts of picturesque beauty but also has some of the best architectural masterpieces in India. Hill resorts India offers online booking of hotels and tour packages to Mount Abu, so you simply have to make a booking online and enjoy a great holiday experience in Rajasthan.
Mount Abu-Sites to Visit
There is hardly anyone who has not heard of the Jain temples of Dilwara. These famous temples were built between the 11th and 13th centuries. They are splendid structures with exquisite intricate marble carvings that are often compared to that of Taj Mahal. The temples are dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras. There are five main temples, Vimal vasahi, which took 14 years to complete and is dedicated to Adinath, Lun Vassahi, Shri Risha Lhdeo, Shri Parshvanath and Shri Mahavir Swami temple. The marble used in the construction of these temples was brought from Makran, famous for its good quality marble. A lot of skilled labor went into the making of these temples and it is quite obvious as one looks at these magnificent temples. 
Another major tourist attraction is the Adhar devi temple. Though one has to climb 200 steps to get to the temple, it is truly a rewarding experience. The temple is merely 3km northeast of the town center and is built inside a natural cleft in the rock. The temple site offers a splendid view of Mount Abu besides being an attraction in itself.
There is also an important Hindu pilgrimage site called Guru Shikhar. It is 15 kms from Mount Abu and is the highest peak of the Aravali range. It also offers a great view of the area below. Atop this peak is a temple in pink and white. It is dedicated to an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, known as Datta-traya. It is a great place for clicking those great holiday pictures.
If you are on a holiday to mount Abu, you should try not to miss a chance to visit the Brahmakhadd temple, which is dedicated to lord Shiva. Inside is a sacred pit, which is believed to have been made by the foot od Lord Shiva. Outside the temple is a statue of Goddess Parvati and Nandi, Shiva's bull.
Another important place one must visit while on a tour to Mount Abu is the Nakki Lake. It is the only manmade lake in India, which is at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level. According to a famous legend, this lake was traced by the fingernails of a sage, balam Rasia, which explains the name 'Nakki' after nails (Nakk). Unfortunately it is a tragic story about the love between the sage and a princess, but interestingly there is also a temple dedicated to this princess called the kunwari kanya temple.
The tourists to Nakki can enjoy a oat ride on the lake and breathe the pure fresh air which is rare in the cities. 
Mount Abu-Shopping
Rajasthan is known for the colorful bazaars, which sell all kinds of souvenirs and local handicrafts. Mount Abu, the famous hill resort is not very different from other parts of the state in this matter. You can shop at the Rajasthan Government Emporium for typical rajasthani crafts and artworks. If you really wish to please friends back home, you can buy gifts such as, marble artifacts, sandalwood, and beautiful jewelry for the ladies.
Mount Abu-How to Reach
The nearest airport is located at Udaipur, which is 185kms from Mount Abu. It has flights to Mumbai, Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur.
The nearest railhead is at Abu road. It falls on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad-jaipur-delhi line.
You can also get to mount Abu by road. You can either take a bus, hire a taxi or jeep. It is about 505 km fro Jaipur, 767km from Delhi, 185 km from Udaipur and 221 km from Ahmedabad. There are two bus terminuses. One is next to the railway station at Abu road and the other bus terminus is south of Central Mount Abu.
Mount Abu-Best time to Visit
The best time to visit Mount Abu are the autumn months. Though it is a hill resort Mount Abu can be hot in summers since it is after all in Rajasthan.
There is really no bad time to take a tour to this beautiful hill resort though and one can enjoy a great holiday here irrespective of the season. 
Mount Abu-Where to stay
Mount Abu has a lot of luxury hotels, guesthouses and lodges. Some offer great luxuries and are a bit expensive whereas there are others that are very reasonably priced and provide accommodation furnished with all basic necessities.
Food is not much of a problem in the hill station wither. Delicious and hygienic food is readily available at hotel, restaurants and eateries. You can enjoy, dishes from North India as well as Continental, Chinese and Italian. Of course, one should definitely try rajsthani and local cooking here, which is delicious and spicy.
Hill resorts India makes our travel planning easier for you by offering online booking for holiday packages and Hotel accommodation at the beautiful hill resort of India.
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