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Mount Abu

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	Monsoon Do’s
	Credited with being the only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu is a beautiful retreat. The main highlights of the area include the mountains, temples, the Nakki Lake and lush greenery. It was considered as a place for relaxation for the royalties. The place showcases a contrast with its British-style houses, the houses of royals and the location of tribals in the thick forests. The climate of Mount Abu is quite pleasant and the rains are believed to be the best time to visit it. Thick fog surrounds the mountains and the hill station is at its greenest. The roads are well-maintained so traveling is never an issue. Remember to carry your raincoats and umbrellas for sure!


	Things to see & do
	Dilwara Temples: Made completely of marble and adorned with rich carvings, these are several in number and are dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras. The main temple of these, dedicated to the first Tirthankara, is known as Vimal Vasahi. This temple has a large image of the main deity Rishabhdev and 52 other smaller shrines dedicated to different Tirthankaras. The temple is open from sunrise to sunset, but photography is not permitted. Gaumukh Temple: Literally meaning “from the mouth of the cow”, this temple derives its name from a natural spring, which flows out of a carved cow head. Adhar Devi Temple: This temple is dedicated to the serpent goddess, Arbuada. It is carved out of a single rock and can be reached only after a climb of 360 stairs. Shri Raghunathji Temple: This temple is dedicated to Lord Raghunath and houses an idol, which was placed there by Shri Ramanand, the famous scholar and preacher. Nakki Lake: It is the most recognized feature of this hill retreat. It is set in the hills and is believed to have been carved out of the nails of Gods, hence the name nakki. It is the only artificial lake in India at a height of 1200 mts and is a popular spot for boating. Sunset Point: This place provides splendid view of the landscape and has an amusement park for kids. Guru Shikhar: The highest peak in Mount Abu, it stands at a height of 1722 mts and offers picturesque views of the town. Achalgarh: This is a majestic fort in Mount Abu, and houses ancient Jain Temples within it. The two major temples here are Achaleswar Mahadev Temple and the Kantinath Jain Temple. Honeymoon Point: Needless to say, it derives its name from the number of honeymoon couples that frequent it, especially at sunset. Also called Andra Point, it offers a breathtaking view of the surrounding landscape. Raj Bhavan Museum and Art Gallery: Not very huge, but it has an interesting array of artifacts dating from the 8th century to the 12th century. Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary: The sanctuary is located in the Aravalli range and is home to a wide range of flora and fauna, including a range of endangered and rare species. Also located here is the Trevor’s Tank, which is located in a thick wooded area and is a popular spot for viewing peacocks and patridges.


	Gourmet Treats
	The hotels at Mount Abu offer decent Indian and continental cuisine. A large number of small restaurants are also located close to the Nakki Lake and the bus stand and offer snacks. Kanak Dining and Jodhpur Bhojanalaya are the better ones among them.


	Shopping Fiesta
	Pick up the usual Rajasthani handicrafts that are sold in the shops lining the Nakki Lake. Particularly, pick up the marble statues and Kota sarees and the tribal jewellery available here.

Hotels in Mount Abu

Star	Hotel name	Rate(Rs.)*	Inclusions
	Hotel Rising Sun Retreat	382
	Hotel Maganji's	732
	Hotel Sunset Inn	735
	Hotel Hilltone	863
	Hotel Savera Palace	882
	Hotel Lake Palace	882
	Hotel Maharaja	1,080
	Chacha Inn	1,106
	The Jaipur House	1,374
	Hotel Hillock	1,375
	Connaught House, Mount Abu ( ITC Welcomgroup)	1,550

* All the above rates are per person per night