As soon as the name of Rajasthan comes to mind, thoughts of desert, scorching sun, heat, etc. start coming to mind, which is also right. But Rajasthan is a state of diversity where there is diversity in climate and there is a part of the state which is known as a hill station and it also experiences severe cold. We are talking about Mount Abu which is the most popular tourist destination of this state due to its peaceful environment and lush green surroundings. There is a constant flow of tourists here even during summer and monsoon. Mount Abu is surrounded by lush green forests which is good for both romantic and ordinary tourists. Today in this episode, we are going to give you information about the main tourist places of Mount Abu, which you must see if you go to visit. So let us know about these places of Mount Abu...

Nakki Lake
Nakki Lake is a famous artificial lake located in Mount Abu in the Sirohi district of Rajasthan, which is situated at an altitude of about 1200 meters above sea level. This lake is famous for its unique beauty amidst the Aravalli hills. Mount Abu is situated around this lake. It is said that Hindu gods created this lake by digging the ground with their nails, hence the name of this lake is Nakki Lake. This lake is of fresh water, which freezes in winter. The view of the lush green hills from the lake looks very beautiful. Especially tourists enjoy boating here.

Dilwara Jain Temple
Dilwara Jain Temple is the most popular and beautiful pilgrimage site for Jains located amidst the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan. This temple was built by Vastupala and Tejpala between the 11th and 13th centuries. Dilwara Temple is famous for its intricate carvings and marble structure. This temple looks very simple from the outside but when you see this temple from the inside, you will be attracted by the designs made on its roof, walls, arches, and pillars. Apart from being a pilgrimage site for Jains, this temple is a magical structure made of marble, which attracts everyone towards it.

Achalgarh Fort
This fort is a special place for history lovers, which is located 8 kilometers away from Mount Abu. This fort was originally built by Sasko of the Parmar dynasty and was later constructed by Maharaja Kumbha in 1452 AD. This is the highest fort in Rajasthan from where you can enjoy the natural views and panoramic view of Mount Abu. There is a temple of Achaleshwar Mahadev on the premises of this fort. It is believed that the footprints of Lord Shiva are present in the rock of this temple, along with this you can also see the brass statue of Lord Shiva's Nandi here.

Gaumukh Temple
There are many beautiful and popular tourist places in the Mount Abu area of Rajasthan, among which Gomukh Temple is considered a major tourist destination of Mount Abu. The picturesque view of lush green forests and hills around this temple attracts tourists. There is a statue of a cow on the premises of this temple over which a stream of water naturally flows. For this reason, this temple is called Gomukh Temple. The Gaumukh temple was built in dedication to Saint Vashishtha. It is believed that Saint Vashishtha had organized the Yagya at this place.​

Guru Shikhar
If you are bored of the fast and busy life of the city then Guru Shikhar is the best place for you. Guru Shikhar is the highest peak of the Aravalli range which is located at a distance of about 15 kilometers from Mount Abu. The height of this peak is 1722 meters above sea level, due to which a very attractive view of the Aravali Range and the hill station of Mount Abu can be seen from here. At this place, there is Abuvedhashala and the cave temple of Guru Dattatreya which is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. The observatory has a 1.2-meter infrared telescope. After a drive of 15 kilometers, you will have to climb some stairs to reach Guru Shikhar. If you visit this place during October and November, it becomes very cloudy and foggy. Tourists coming here at this time feel as if they are going to Guru Shikhar with the help of clouds because the mist is visible all around. This place brings joy to the minds of the tourists coming here.

Arbuda Devi Temple
The temple of Arbuda Devi is a very sacred temple situated on a high hill, to reach it you will have to climb 365 steps. Here the temple itself is present in a small cave inside a rocky cliff. Arbuda Devi is also known as Vaishno Devi of Rajasthan. It is said that the Adhar Devi of Mata had fallen here and due to it hanging in mid-air, it came to be known as Adhar Devi. Nearby is Doodh Bawadi, whose water is said to have magical powers, so you should see it.

Sunset point
Sunset Point, located about 2 kilometers from Mount Abu, is a very beautiful place for tourists. The specialty of this place is that the Job hills are covered with the golden rays of the sun, then the view of sunset looks very beautiful. This place is very special for nature-loving people because the peaceful environment and charming view here attract a lot. Tourists capture this scene in their cameras during sunset.

Toad Rock
Toad Rock is known as the mascot of Mount Abu, it is a very amazing place made of rocks where you will get to see huge rocks. Toad Rock is the most visited place by all the tourists visiting Mount Abu. You can climb the rock here to see the attractive views of the surrounding lake and lush green hilly areas and capture some breathtaking views with the help of your camera.

Wildlife Sanctuary
If you want to see the beautiful animals and natural beauty of Mount Abu closely, then definitely visit the Wildlife Sanctuary here. Apart from being surrounded by greenery, this sanctuary is known for its wild animals like leopards, wolves, and wild cats. There are about 820 species of plants here, apart from this there are more than 250 species of native and migratory birds here. Wildlife Sanctuary is considered to be the most favorite place for tourists visiting Mount Abu.

Honeymoon point
Situated at an altitude of about 1220 meters above sea level, this place is situated in the north-east direction of Nakki Lake. It is also known as Anadara Point. There is a rock here whose shape is like that of a man and a woman. Hence its name Honeymoon Point. Views of lush green fields and valleys are visible from here. Tourists can also see the beautiful view of the sunset from here.

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