MOUNT ABU
MOUNT ABU This hill station is a green oasis in the desertscape of Rajasthan sitting on the southern tip of the Aravalli Range overlooking the Nakki Lake. This is the only hill station of the state. The stunning and exquisite Dilwara Temple makes the place a popular pilgrimage centre along with the Adhar Devi Temple and the Shri Raghunathji Temple . The Sunset and the Honeymoon Points offer spectacular view of the verdant plains and valleys below, especially at sunset. Gardens and parks, a trademark of all towns of Rajasthan, are present here as well. Ashoke Vatika, Municipal Park and Terrace Garden are some of the main parks of Mount Abu. The Trevor’s Tank, about 5kms amidst wooded hills and the 14 th century Achalgarh Fort build by Rana Kumbha, about 10kms, are worthy excursions from here. One should also visit Guru Shikhar, the highest point of the mount, about 15kms away, which provides an excellent bird’s eye view of the surroundings. Accessibility : The railway statio...