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.