Mount Abu Information
About Mount Abu
The name Rajasthan invariably conjures up the image of a dry and arid
land, devoid of all greenery and vegetation. Yet it is in this very
state that one finds one of the most beautiful hill resort in India.
This very hill resort, which is blessed by both nature and human hand,
is known as Mount Abu. It not only boasts of picturesque beauty but also
has some of the best architectural masterpieces in India. Hill resorts
India offers online booking of hotels and tour packages to Mount Abu, so
you simply have to make a booking online and enjoy a great holiday
experience in Rajasthan.
Getting There
By Air :
Udaipur 185 km is nearest airport. Taxi and buses available to reach
Mount Abu.
By Rail :
Abu road 29 km is the closest railhead. Taxis, Jeeps and buses can be
hired for onward journey to Mount Abu. Some important train connections
are : Gujarat Mail (Mumbai-Abu Road-Delhi Sarai Rohilla); Aravali
Express (Ahmedabad-Abu Road-Marwar); Ahmedabad Mail (Delhi Sarai
Rohilla-Abu Road); Surya Nagri Express (Jodhpur-Abu Road-Ahmedabad);
Ranakpur Express (Ahmedabad-Abu Road-Jodhpur)
By Road :
Good network of bus services, Key connections are : Ahmedabad 221 km,
Jodhpur 264 km via Sirohi Sanderao.
Local Transport :
Un-metered taxis, and jeeps.
Tourist Attractions
Delwara Jain Temple
These beautifully carved temples built between 11th and 13th century
A.D. are sheer elegance in marble, dedicated to the jain Tirthankaras.
The Vimal Vasahi temple is the oldest of these dedicated to the first
Tirthankara. Built in 1031 A.D. (by Vimal Shah-a merchant and
representative of then Gujarat ruler), it is a superb example of temple
architecture.The central shrine has an image of Rishabhdev and large
courtyard with 52 small shrines,each housing a beautiful statue of
thirthankaras with 48 elegantly carved pillars form the entrance to the
courtyard.The Lun Vasahi Temple, dedicated to the 22nd
Tirthankaras-Neminath, was built in 1231 A.D. by two brothers-Vastupal
and Tejpal,Ministers of Raja Vir Dhawal, a ruler of Gujarat-belonging to
the Porwal Jain community.With door casings, pillars,architraves,and
sculptures on porticos,the temple is a fine specimen of craftsmanship
Gaumukh Temple:
A natural spring flowing through a sculpted cow’s head gives the
shrine its name. The famous ‘yagna’ of sage Vashishtha was
performed here. A beautifully sculpted hill temple of Arbuada-the mighty
serpent stands against the beautiful backdrop. Nearby is the magnificent
marble image of Nandi, the celestial bull rescued by Arbuada.
Luna Vashi Temple
Built in 1232 by two wealthy brothers. Its carved ornamentation is even
richer, denser and more delicate. In some places, the marble carving is
so fine. The doorways of the temples are framed by ornate pediments and
plasters; the columns are magnificiently carved.
Nakki Lake
Nakki Lake is virtually in the heart of Mount Abu and is a big
attraction with tourists. The lake takes its name from the legend that
it was scooped out by a god, using only his nails, or nakh. It's a
pleasant stroll around the lake - look for the strange rock formations.
On the lake there is a dilapidated concrete boat-shaped snack bar.
