Guru Shikhar Mount Abu

Guru Shikhar Peak is the highest peak in the Aravalli region. It is situated at this distance 15 km from Mount Abu.  It is situated at an altitude of 1722 meters. Tourists go on foot to this magnificent peak. Travelers can have a full view of the Aravalli region from the top of the mountain.  It was named after Guru Dattatreya, who is said to have resided at this peak in his days as a monk. He is known as an incarnation of Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. The attractive scenes here are great for photography.

Near by Places

Those tourists who are visiting Guru Shikhar must visit the temple of Dattatreya, considered here as the incarnation of Lord Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva. Other temples near it include Chamundi Temple, Shiva Temple and Meera Temple. Apart from this, Mount Abu Observatory located here is very special. There is also a peace park which is located close to Guru Shikhar and attracts tourists immensely.

How to reach

By Air: The nearest airport to Mount Abu is located in the city of Udaipur. The distance from Udaipur to Mount Abu is about 185 km. Apart from this; one can also take a flight to Ahmedabad airport by plane which is 221 km from Mount Abu. This airport is connected to all major airports in the country through several air flights.

By Road: A better option is to travel by road to reach Guru Shikhar near Mount Abu. Mount Abu is well connected to all major cities via roads. Close to it is National Highway number 14 which is situated at a distance of 24 km from it.

By Train: Mount Abu does not have a railway station of its own in the city. The nearest railway station to visit Guru Shikhar is on Mount Abu Road and 28 km from the city. This railway station is well connected to major cities of India such as Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur and Mumbai.

The distance from Mount Abu to Guru Shikhar is 15 kilometers, where tourists can hire taxis or cabs to reach. To reach the top point, one has to climb a little climb. For which two wheeler are also available for rent.

Nakki Lake Mount Abu

Mount Abu is a beautiful little lake – Nakki Lake. There is a mythological story about Nakki Lake that a deity created this lake with his fingernails, hence it is called Nakki Lake. The lake offers breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and provides an ideal location for boating. Marble stone sculptures and cotton Kota sarees are very popular here. Sailing can also be enjoyed in this lake. The beauty of the sun can be seen from the sunset point located southwest of Nakki Lake. The view of the lush green plains from here brings peace to the eyes.

Boating Fee In Nakki Lake

The charge for a 30-minute ride to Nakki Lake is between 50 and 100 rupees per person.

Apart from this, Rs 100 per person for Shikara ride is for 30 minute ride.

Best time to visit

You can visit the Nakki Lake anytime throughout the year. However, the best time to visit here is during monsoon and winter. The temperature in the monsoon is around 30 ° C, and it does not fall below 12 ° C in winter. The beauty of the lake is created due to the wonderful greenery in the monsoon.

How to reach

By air: If you are planning to fly to Mount Abu, then let us know that there is no direct airport connected to Mount Abu. Its nearest airport is in Udaipur Rajasthan. The distance from Udaipur Airport to Mount Abu is 177 km, which will take you 3 hours by road.

 By tarin: If you want to travel by train, then you will get many trains from Jaipur and Ahmedabad to Mount Abu.

By road: To get to Mount Abu, you will get a state transport bus and you can reach Mount Abu with the help of a private car or taxi.

Goumukh Temple Mount Abu

Considered to be one of the holiest places of worship by Hindus, the Gomukh temple complex has a statue of a cow with a stream flowing naturally above its head. That is why this temple is called Gomukh Temple. Even in summer when the rest of the water bodies dry up, its water does not end. By coming here, you can see the beauty of nature and also enjoy trekking to the fullest. It is said about this temple that this temple was built in the dedication of Saint Vasistha who performed a yajna to build the four major Rajput dynasties. The Agni Kund in which the Yajna was performed is one of the main attractions of this temple. You can enjoy the temple and the footpaths that surround it. The Gaumukh temple is also popular for religious pilgrimage and meditation.

Best Time to Visit

Mount Abu the only hill station. It enjoys a calm and pleasant atmosphere during the whole year, hovering between 21 ° -33 ° C during summer and 11 ° -28 ° C during winter, a much needed respite from the heat and dust of Rajasthan.

How to reach

By air: The nearest airport is Udaipur, 185 km from Mount Abu. However, at a distance of 221 km, Ahmedabad has better connectivity and daily flights to other areas of the country.

By Rail: Abu Road is the nearest railway station which is just 28 km from the main city, which is very well connected by railway routes to New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur and Mumbai.    

By Bus: Mount Abu is well connected by road with major metros of the country; 14 with nearest national freeway number are just 24 km from city.

Dilwara Jain Temple Mount Abu

Dilwara Jain Temple the temple is the most beautiful pilgrimage site for the Jains situated amidst the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan. The temple was constructed by Vastupala Tejpal between the 11th and 13th centuries. The temple is famous for its intricate carvings and adorned with marble from every corner. Dilwara Jain Temple is one of the major Jain pilgrimage centers in India. This Dilwara temple (Dilwara Mandir) consists of five Jain temples, which are mainly known for their religious and architectural significance. These temples are 2.5–3 km from the center of Mount Abu city. Bus and taxi facilities are easily available to visit the temple.

Dilwara Jain Mandir History

Dilwara Jain temple was built by the Chalukya dynasty in the 11th and 13th century AD. Even though this temple looks very common from outside, but the extraordinary doors at its entrance shows its architectural superiority. The roof, door, pillar and panel of this temple have very finely carved decoration, which explains the uniqueness of its architecture. The most surprising thing of this temple is at that time there was no facility to carry such huge blocks of marble at a height of 1200 meters. Elephants were then used to carry marble from Ambaji to Mount Abu on their backs.

The Five Marvels of Dilwara Jain Temple

There are five similar temples in the Dilwara temple, namely Vimal Vasahi, Luna Vasahi, Pittalahar, Parshwanath and Mahavir Swamy Temple. This temple is dedicated to Lord Adinath, Lord Rishabhbho, Lord Neminath, Lord Mahavir Swami and Lord Parshvanath respectively. Each of these temples has a mandapa, garbhagriha, a central chamber and the innermost sanctorum where it is believed to be the abode of God. These temples have Navachoki which is a group of nine decorated roofs. Some other structures also have the Kirthi Stambha and Hathishala which state their Jain values ​​and principles.

Best Time to Visit

Summer Season (April – June):- The summer days are warm and evening will be chill and comfortable. Rajasthan as a whole is a very hot state and thus, most of the locals and tourists from surrounding seasons flock to the hill station during summer season.

Monsoon (July – September):- The monsoon season starts in July and ends in September. Although there might not be quite a drop in temperature, the place will be pleasing with frequent rains.

Winter (October – March):- The winter starts in November and ends in February. The temperature can go as low as 12 degree C. Unlike other hill stations, winter is not extreme in Mount Abu. The place is cool and refreshing. All the adventure activities will be open and accessible during this season. 

How to Reach Mount Abu (Dilwara Jain Temple)

BY AIR:- Nearest Airport is Udaipur but flight connectivity to Ahmadabad is better. From here, taxi to Mount Abu could be hired easily.

By Train:- Abu road is the nearest railway station, which is connected with all the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmadabad and Jaipur.

By Road :- From National Highway 14, tourists on road can reach to Mount Abu.

Adhar Devi Temple Mount Abu

The temple of Ma Adhar Devi is 3 km from Mount Abu. This temple is built on a high peak.  Adhar Devi is famous as Arbuda Devi and Ambika Devi. The temple of Aburda Mata is built in the form of a natural cave, where the mother’s holdings continue to burn.

To reach this temple, devotees climb 365 steps here and every stairway symbolizes one day of a year. Many beautiful scenes are seen passing through this route, which leave an indelible impression on the hearts of devotees and tourists. The panoramic view here and the atmosphere of devotion captivate the mind. Adhar Devi Temple is another popular tourist destination of Mount Abu.

Best Time to Visit

Summer Season (April – June):- The summer days are warm and evening will be chill and comfortable. Rajasthan as a whole is a very hot state and thus, most of the locals and tourists from surrounding seasons flock to the hill station during summer season.

Monsoon (July – September):- The monsoon season starts in July and ends in September. Although there might not be quite a drop in temperature, the place will be pleasing with frequent rains.

Winter (October – March):- The winter starts in November and ends in February. The temperature can go as low as 12 degree C. Unlike other hill stations, winter is not extreme in Mount Abu. The place is cool and refreshing. All the adventure activities will be open and accessible during this season. 

How to Reach Mount Abu ( Adhar Devi Temple)

BY AIR:- Nearest Airport is Udaipur but flight connectivity to Ahmadabad is better. From here, taxi to Mount Abu could be hired easily.

By Train:- Abu road is the nearest railway station, which is connected with all the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmadabad and Jaipur.

By Road :- From National Highway 14, tourists on road can reach to Mount Abu.

Achalgarh Fort Mount Abu

Achalgarh Fort is located 11 km north of Mount Abu, which is the only hill station in Rajasthan. The fort was originally built by the Paramara dynasty rulers. According to historians, it was first built by the Parmar kings, but due to war and other reasons, the fort was weakened, so in 1452, Rana Kumbha, the king of Mewar, renovated it and named it as well, given his name from the fort of Achalgarh. Till date we have known this fort. Anchaleshwar Mahadev Temple is located in the premises of Anchalgarh Fort. This temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is believed that the rock located in this temple has the footprints of God. This fort has 2 doors for entry one is for outer campus of the fort and another for entering the inner campus. The temple also has a large bronze statue of Lord Shiva’s bull Nandi and three large stone buffalo’s. The fort also has several Jain temples which add to the religious significance of the place.

Achalgarh Fort Time

10:00 AM – 4:50 PM

Best Time to Visit

Due to being a hill station, it does not get hot even in summer. The temperature here ranges from 23-33 ° C between April and June. At the same time, Mount Abu is very cold in winter (November to February). The mercury ranges from 12 ° C to 29 ° C between November and February. The weather is very cold during the night and the temperature goes below zero.

How to Reach Achalgarh Fort

BY AIR:- Nearest Airport is Udaipur but flight connectivity to Ahmadabad is better. From here, taxi to Mount Abu could be hired easily.

By Train:- Abu road is the nearest railway station, which is connected with all the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmadabad and Jaipur.

By Road :- From National Highway 14, tourists on road can reach to Mount Abu.

Mount Abu

Mount Abu in the Sirohi District of Rajasthan is beautiful and one and only hill station in Rajasthan. The mountain forms a rocky plateau 22 km long by 9 km wide. Beautifully situated in the south west end of the huge Aravalli ranges, Mount Abu is the only hill station of the imperial state Rajasthan. The region also holds a name Arbudaanchal in the ancient times and was ruled by Gurjars and Rajputs. . What sunrise could be like and how sunset can leave mere humans unnerved is understood in its full impact only in a place like this and more in Mount Abu.  With a distinctive blend of the flavours of Rajasthan, Mount Abu has some of the best places to visit like Dilwara Jain Temples, Nakki Lake, Achal Garh, Guru Shikhar, Adhar Devi, Sunset Point, Trevor’s crocodile Park, Wildlife Sanctuary and Gaumukh.

Best Time to Visit

Summer Season (April – June):- The summer days are warm and evening will be chill and comfortable. Rajasthan as a whole is a very hot state and thus, most of the locals and tourists from surrounding seasons flock to the hill station during summer season.

Monsoon (July – September):- The monsoon season starts in July and ends in September. Although there might not be quite a drop in temperature, the place will be pleasing with frequent rains.

Winter (October – March):- The winter starts in November and ends in February. The temperature can go as low as 12 degree C. Unlike other hill stations, winter is not extreme in Mount Abu. The place is cool and refreshing. All the adventure activities will be open and accessible during this season. 

How to Reach Mount Abu

BY AIR:- Nearest Airport is Udaipur but flight connectivity to Ahmadabad is better. From here, taxi to Mount Abu could be hired easily.

By Train:- Abu road is the nearest railway station, which is connected with all the major cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmadabad and Jaipur.

By Road :- From National Highway 14, tourists on road can reach to Mount Abu.