The summer season has started, so everyone is planning to spend their holidays, if you are also planning something like this then you can come to this hill station of Rajasthan. Yes, we are talking about Mount Abu. Mount Abu in Sirohi district of Rajasthan is beautiful and the only hill station of Rajasthan. It is one of the most popular retreats for vacationers and even honeymooning couples. With a distinctive blend of Rajasthani flavors, Mount Abu has some of the best places like Dilwara Jain Temple, Nakki Lake, Achal Garh, Guru Shikhar, Adhar Devi, Sunset Point, Trevor's Crocodile Park, Wildlife Sanctuary and Gaumukh that will make your holidays memorable.
Nakki Lake
Nakki Lake is famous as the first man-made lake in India as well as Nakki Lake is a favorite place to visit in Mount Abu. You can enjoy boat rides on the lake here and watch the setting sun amidst the beautiful hills surrounding this place. Nakki Lake is also popular as the place where Mahatma Gandhi's ashes were immersed. Toad Rock, a place for sightseeing in Mount Abu, is located close to Nakki Lake.
Guru Shikhar Mountain
Guru Shikhar is the highest peak of the Aravalli range and is about 15 kilometers from Mount Abu. The height of the peak is 1722 meters above sea level, offering a breathtaking view of the Aravalli range and the hill station of Mount Abu Caves located atop the peak has been converted into a temple in his memory.
Dilwara Jain Temples
Situated amidst the lush green Aravalli Hills of Mount Abu in Rajasthan, Dilwara Temple is the most beautiful pilgrimage site for Jains. Designed by Vastupal Tejpal and built by Vimal Shah between the 11th and 13th centuries, the temple is famous for its lavish use of marble and intricate carvings on every hook and corner.
Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
The Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary is a place that is perfect for your family, adding it to the list of must-visit places in this small village. This sanctuary is one of the oldest parts of the Mount Abu mountain range. It was given the status of a wildlife sanctuary in 1960 to preserve the flora and fauna of the entire region and hence, is an important eco-tourist destination.
Climb the Toad Rock
Located to the south of Nakki Lake in Mount Abu, Toad Rock is a huge rock piece that looks like a frog jumping into the waters of the lake. To see the panoramic beauty of the surrounding lake and lush green hilly areas, you can climb the rock and capture the breathtaking views.
Trevor Tank
Located 5 km from the Mount Abu city center, Trevor Tank is a man-made crocodile breeding site and wildlife sanctuary. It is also known as Trevor Crocodile Park and is a popular picnic spot with picturesque views. Jungle safaris are available up to a certain point from where you can walk and explore the pond with crocodiles.
Beautiful Sunset Point
No destination is complete without a sunset point and Mount Abu is no exception. The amazing view of the rugged Aravalli range, bathed in the rays of the setting sun, attracts a large number of tourists to this picturesque spot near the famous Nakki Lake. The Sunset Point in Mount Abu is frequently visited by nature lovers who enjoy the setting rays of the sun.
Shri Raghunath Ji Temple
Shri Raghunath Ji Temple is a 650-year-old temple dedicated to the reincarnation of Lord Vishnu on the banks of Nakki Lake in Mount Abu. Mainly, it was visited by Vaishnavites, who consider the temple to be one of the holiest places on earth.
Brahma Kumaris University
The Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University is an international, non-governmental spiritual organization founded in the 1930s by Dada Lekhraj Kriplani, headquartered in Mount Abu. The Brahma Kumaris hill is called 'Madhuban' (forest of honey).
Champa Cave
Champa Cave is a historical site in Mount Abu that is popular for trekking. It is located between Nakki Lake and Toad Road. Champa Cave holds historical importance as Swami Vivekananda stayed and meditated here for a few weeks in 1891. The cave site has a picturesque environment with stunning views.
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