Decked
beautifully amidst the arid landscape of Rajasthan, rests the pristine
hill station of Mount Abu. Probably one of the very few places in the
state that enjoys luxuriant greenery, it claims the honor of being the
only hill station in Northwest India. With its wealth of veritable
attractions, including rich flora and fauna, it served as the erstwhile
summer retreat of the Chauhan Rajputs, and the headquarters of the
British Rajputana Residency. Today, Mount Abu offers a breathing space
to everyone - from love-drenched honeymooners, pleasure-hunters to
genuflecting devotees. Be it the sylvan vistas, astounding marble works
of Dilwara Jain Temples or the scenic splendor of Nakki Lake, there are
many places to see in the hill station. Explore Mount Abu!
Mount Abu Tourist Attractions
Dilwara Jain Temples
The five striking marble temples of Dilwara, built between the 11th and
13th centuries AD, are a hallowed pilgrimage site of the Jains. Snuggled
amidst emerald hills, this temple complex forms an exquisite cluster of
beauty, with architectural details lacing the entire temple complex,
including intricately carved ceilings, doorways, pillars, and panels.
Nakki Lake
The tranquil beauty of Nakki Lake lures many tourists visiting the hill
station of Mount Abu. Girdled by emerald forests, its breathtaking aura
offers ideal opportunities for recreational activities like picnicking
and boating. Apart from its natural resplendence, the Toad Rock perched
atop a nearby hill also makes it a popular visitation spot.
Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
Declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1960, Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
located on the Aravalli mountainous ranges forms another major draw of
the hill station. The park acts as a reservoir of the rich biodiversity
of the place, including exotic floral diversity as well as endangered
wildlife variety. In fact, it is the best place to witness rare species
of plants and highly threatened species of animals.
Sunset Point
Even though the jagged landscape of Mount Abu holds many lookout
points, nothing beats the charm of watching the beauty of the hill
station from the Sunset Point. Enveloped by undulating vegetation all
around, it offers enchanting views of the setting sun. Besides, speckled
with trinket shops and food stalls, the place remains huddled with lot
of tourist activities, especially during the evenings.
Museum and Art Gallery
Located at the Raj Bhawan, the Museum and Art Gallery of Mount Abu with
its rich assortment of antiques and museum specimens is one of the most
frequented tourist hotspots of the hill station. Divided into two
amazing sections, the various exhibits of the museum range from tribal
huts, tribal ornaments, tribal weapons to ancient paintings and
sculptures. The most outstanding of all collections are the delicate
statues of Devdasis and the Nartakis.
Accommodation
With its exclusivity and beauty, Mount Abu bustles with year-round
tourist activities. Therefore, the place dots with various hotels,
resorts and guesthouses, in order to furnish accommodation options to
its visitors. In fact, hotels in Mount Abu are many, some of the most
notable being the various Landmark Heritage Hotels such as Cama
Rajputana Club Resort, Hotel Connaught House and Hotel Palanpur Palace.
Deluxe Heritage Hotels like Palace Hotel - Bikaner House is also worth a
stay. Besides, Hotel Hillock (Four Star) and Hotel Hilltone (Three Star)
are notable for their grandeur and comfort. On the other hand, Hotel
Shikhar and Hotel Parash New are some of the finest budget hotels of the
place.