Rajasthan News Desk!!! While nature has blessed Rajasthan with deserts and mountains, nature has also gifted Rajasthan with a cool and lush green hill station like Mount Abu, which is called Kashmir of Marudhara. India’s first man-made Nikki Lake is situated here, whose depth is said to be around 11000 feet.
Here the highest peak of the Aravalli mountain range, Guru Shikhar, is located, whose height is approximately seventeen hundred and seventy-two meters. Many centuries old Jain temples are located here in Dilwara, along with this, this area of Nilgiri hills is also home to many wildlife sanctuaries and national parks. Along with Jain temples, there are also hundreds of temples which have great importance in Hindu religion, so in today’s video, come with us on a wonderful journey to Mount Abu, the only hill station of Rajasthan.
Mount Abu, situated at a height of twelve hundred and twenty meters above sea level, is also considered the heaven of Rajasthan. The geographical location and environment of Mount Abu, situated on the Nilgiri hills, is much cooler and more picturesque than other cities of Rajasthan. Along with this, Mount Abu is a major pilgrimage site for both Hindu and Jain religions. The historical temples and natural beauty here attract tourists.
Mount Abu got recognition as a hill station during the British period. After which, during the British rule, Mount Abu remained the favorite place of the British to escape the heat of the plains of Rajasthan. On the other hand, due to the mythological importance of Mount Abu, it has been the abode of saints since the beginning. Located in the Aravali range, this hill station is known for its calm and lush green environment. Talking about the tourist places of this hill station situated in the lap of nature, there are many major pilgrimage sites of Hindu and Jainism along with many historical places, these mainly include Guru Shikhar, Sunset Point, Toad Rock, Achalgarh Fort, Nakki Lake and the temples of Dilwara are included. So let us know about the main attractions of Mount Abu Hill Station.
Nakki Lake
Located in the Aravalli range in Mount Abu is Nakki Lake, which is also locally known as Nakki Lake. This lake is considered like a paradise for nature lovers, because this lake, filled with amazing natural views, is actually the most important attraction of Mount Abu. Nakki Lake is the first man-made lake in India with a depth of about 11,000 meters and a width of one mile. Located in the center of Mount Abu, this attractive lake is surrounded by lush green mountains, forests and strangely shaped rocks. The blowing breeze and pleasant temperatures of Mount Abu will make your heart happy while going boating. It is said that in Nakki Lake, the ashes of Mahatma Gandhi were immersed on 12 February 1948 and after this Gandhi Ghat was constructed here. This lake is a very popular place for nature lovers and photography enthusiasts.
Guru Shikhar
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 seventeen hundred and twenty-two meters above sea level, due to which a very attractive view of the Aravalli 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 112 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 mist is visible all around. This place brings joy to the minds of the tourists coming here.
Achalgarh Fort
Achalgarh Fort, located at a distance of 11 km from Mount Abu, is one of the famous forts of Rajasthan. Achalgarh Village is a picturesque village in Mount Abu famous for the Achalgarh Fort, Achaleshwar Temple and historical Jain temples. The fort complex houses the famous Shiva Temple, Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple and Mandakini Lake. An idol of Nandi ji is also installed in the center of Achaleshwar Mahadev which is made of 5 metals like bronze, gold, zinc, copper and brass. Achalgarh Fort remains a famous place to visit for history lovers as well as pilgrims. Where many historical remains and old temples of great religious importance remain the center of attraction for tourists. Achalgarh Fort was originally constructed during the reign of the Paramara dynasty, and after some time, Maharana Kumbha rebuilt the Achalgarh Fort in the year 1452 with the aim of keeping an eye on every move of the enemies. Which was one of the 32 forts built during his reign. And after some time, a Jain temple of Pahandrah Sau Tehra was also constructed inside the fort.
Toad Rock View Point
Toad Rock View Point is located near Nakki Lake which gives you a panoramic view of the entire lake and surrounding area. The place gets its name from the naturally formed rock that resembles a turtle from the shore. This rock clearly resembles a toad and hence it is named “Toad Rock”. Some believe that it is actually named after Colonel Todd, a British Army officer who is credited with discovering Mount Abu. The trail to Toad Rock starts near Nakki Lake and requires climbing 250 steps to reach the top.
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 outside but when you see this temple from 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 itself.
Peace Park
Peace Park is situated between the two famous peaks of the Aravali mountain range, Guru Shikhar and Achalgarh, which is a part of the establishment of Brahma Kumaris. This park offers a peaceful environment and a peaceful and serene life with a beautiful backdrop. A guided tour of this park is also given by the Brahma Kumaris and you can also watch a short video film which explains entertaining ways of yoga and meditation.
Mount Abu Sanctuary
There is no dearth of wildlife sanctuaries in Rajasthan. One of these important sanctuaries is ‘Mount Abu Sanctuary’. This sanctuary is spread over a large area across the most ancient mountain range of Aravali and has a large number of wildlife. For the visitors coming to Mount Abu, different species of trees, flowering trees and various species of birds can also be seen in this sanctuary. It is home to endangered animals. Jackal, bear, wild boar, langur, sal (big lizard), rabbit, mongoose, spiny rat etc. are also found here. Around 250 species of birds also make this sanctuary a paradise for bird lovers.
red temple
Located near Delwara Jain Temple, this temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. This temple offers a very peaceful environment and is considered to be the oldest of all the holy sites located in Mount Abu. The reason behind the name of this ‘Red Temple’ is the fact that all its walls are painted in red color. This place in Mount Abu is definitely worth seeing for devotees and tourists having religious faith. This temple is very popular because it is ‘Swayambhu Shiva Temple’. It got this name because in this temple the revered idol of Lord Shiva can be seen wearing a sacred thread.
Mount Abu, located in the Aravalli hills in Sirohi district of Rajasthan, is situated at a height of twelve hundred and twenty meters, to reach here you can use any route by road, rail or air.
By Rail: Mount Abu Railway Station is connected to other states of the country, such as Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai and Ahmedabad. For here you can take Porbandar Express, Jodhpur Express, Ajmer Express and Ala Hazrat Express. After reaching Mount Abu Railway Station, you can either hire a private taxi or cab or you can also take state transport.
By Air: The nearest airport to Mount Abu is Dabok Airport which is located in Udaipur. This airport is about 185 kilometers away from Mount Abu city. Apart from this, the second nearest airport to Mount Abu is Ahmedabad Airport. If you want, you can get down here also. This airport is located at a distance of about 221 kilometers from Mount Abu city.
Via Bus: If you want to go by bus, then many buses of Rajasthan State Transport Corporation run from different states to Mount Abu.
