Why Mount Abu in Rajasthan is a must go destination if you are a nature lover.

1. Why Mount Abu in Rajasthan is a must go destination if you are a nature lover?

2. ACHALGARH TO ABU- Famous places in Mount Abu Do you know that Edwin Arnold, a British traveller in the 1890s, called Rajasthan a land of ‘romance and chivalry’? And it is, as we witness majestic forts with stories of brave kings. Mount Abu in Rajasthan is situated at a height of 4004 feet, is the highest elevation the state and here we find the majestic fort of Achalgarh built by Rana Kumbha. These are the well-known attractions of Mount Abu.The lush greenery of the place with mellow weather was responsible for it becoming the summer residence of the British Resident in Rajputana who also built a sanatorium for invalid soldiers here. The only patch of green on the arid map of Rajasthan, it is counted as the famous attractions of Mount Abu. Connectivity The nearest railhead is Abu Road which is only 25 Kms away. If one is taking a flight then the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap airport at Udaipur which is 165 Kms away. The hill station can also be reached by road from major cities around it like Udaipur, Ahmedabad, Jodhpur.One can hire a car or take a bus to reach here. Major Attractions of Mount Abu The famous places in Mount Abu in Rajasthan are aesthetic enough to enjoy the beautiful vicinity. Dilwara or Dilwada temple complex built by Vimal Shah and Vastupala, Jain ministers of Dholka are a major attraction.The ornate detail on the intricately carved ceilings, doorways, pillars, and panels is truly breathtaking.TheAdhar Devi Temple, Shri Raghunathji Temple, and the Gaumukh Temple are some of the other holy attractions in the area. The other attractions of Mount Abu are the Honeymoon Point, which is a secluded spot ideal for honeymooners, and the Guru Shikhar, which is the area's highest peak offers picturesque views of the town.

3. Jewel of the town is the serene Nakki lake which is mythologically attributed to gods who dug this lake using nakki or fingernails. One can take a walk around it or go for a boat ride. Trevor's Tank, which is only 5 kilometres from town and also a gorgeous location, would be a hit with the kids. Essentially a man-made aquarium it allows visitors to observe plentiful wildlife in their natural habitat. Achalgarh fort built in the 14th century has the exquisite temple of Achleshwar Mahadev and the ruined fort itself attracts people eager to understand the history of the place. Tourists to aravalli hills may enjoy breathtaking views all year because the monument is located at the summit of a mountain peak.TheAchleshwar temple, which holds Nandi, a five-metal Nandi made of gold, silver, copper, brass, and zinc, is another must-see. The spiritual headquarters of the Brahma Kumaris faith group is also located at Mount Abu. This is one of the famous palces in Mount Abu. The Om Shanti Bhawan built in 1983 and set amidst a lush green garden draws tourists to the area for meditation and peace.

4. Things to do in Mount Abu In Mount Abu in Rajasthan, every year around may- June a two day festival is celebrated to showcase the culture of Rajasthan. The good weather complements the festival's vitality.The festival's final evening is the grandest as fireworks lit up the sky.The sham-e qawwali  attracts locals and guests. The foodies can savour the delectable cuisine like daal -baatichoorma, the laal maas, Bajre ki raab, sev ki sabzi and many other mouth-watering dishes in restaurants that dot the area around Nakkilake.The location is known for its large and colourful market, which offers shoppers a wide variety of traditional items.You'll find a variety of gifts to take home, including gorgeous Rajasthani artwork and high-quality leather goods. The kota doria prints,vibrantleheriya sarees and tie and dye fabrics can be purchased from shops dotting the area. Mount Abu’s rocky train and numerous waterfalls make trekking, rock climbing, rappelling,bird viewing  make up the  adventure activities you can participate in. These are counted in the major attractions of Mount Abu. The natural trails are great for hiking and even an impromptu picnic on the rocks! The 17 nature trails will keep you hooked to the place. Many wild animals find refuge in the lush green environment and fascinating water basins.It is simple to visit the  Abu sanctuary, created in 1980 , for a short excursion. In the winter season many migratory birds can be spotted here. The three-day Winter festival held in the last week of December begins with a grandiose parade through this Rajasthani hill region, and concludes at the Nakki Lake with the Deepdan, a ceremony in which hundreds of earthen lanterns (Deep) are ignited and set afloat on the water. Sufi Kathak and numerous traditional Rajasthani folk dance performances such as Ghoomar, Daph, and Gair are also popular at the festival.

5. Best time to visit the Aravalli hills of Rajasthan Unlike the northern indian plains the summers temperatures range between 30-36 celsius so the weather is pleasantly mild.The tourist traffic is lean  at this time so one can enjoy the serenity of the place.  The Monsoon period between July and October is when the rains make the greens burst their way through the mountain slopes but boating is not allowed in the Nakkilake.This is time to just relax and enjoy the monsoon showers while visiting other attractions in Mount Abu. The winter season is when most tourists come here but it can get chilly especially at night. The mellow sunshine is perfect for various excursions, visits to temples or just serenading near the lake. Fabvenues enlists some nice properties in this charming oasis that glitters amongst the arid landscape of Rajasthan.  For instance, Hotel Mount Regency in Mount Abu is in particular accessible to the major tourist destinations of this place like the Bharat Mata Temple (1.2 kms), Sri Duleshwar Mahadev Temple (1.2 kms), Arbuda Devi Temple (1.2 kms), Sri Raghunathji Temple (1.4 kms), Dilwara Temple (1.7 kms) and  the Shiv Temple (1.9 kms). Similarly, other resorts like Hotel Toppers Corner, Hotel New Banjara and Hotel Vishram and Hummingbird Resort offer comfort, serenity and affordability when welcoming visitors across the country. You can book these amazing hotels and resorts from Fabvenues, which offers a very convenient way of booking along with fair and pocket-friendly prices. As they say in rajasthani “padharomharedesh main”