Mount Abu – The only hill station in Rajasthan

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Mount Abu – The only hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu is more than just a summer retreat. Its stunning array of exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples, dating back 11th- 13th centuries, make it a popular pilgrimage centre.The history of Mount Abu is as diverse as the city itself. It was once a part of the Chauhan kingdom of Rajasthan and served as a summer resort for the Rajput kings of the region. After that, it was leased by the British government from the then Maharaja of Sirohi for use as the headquarter of the resident to Rajputana (another name for Rajasthan).we can reach mount abu by Daily flight form Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur are available to Udaipur.
Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable deluxe buses from Jaipur and Abu Road to Mount Abu. It is also connected by road to Delhi, Udaipur, Ajmer, Bundi and Udaipur.
Places worth visiting in Mount Abu are:
Dilwara Jain Temples-
-Nakki Lake
-Toad Roak
-Gau Mukh temple
-Sunset Point
-Honeymoon Point
-Government Museum And Art Gallery
-Om Shanti Bhawan Or Universal Peace Hall
-Adhar Devi Or Arbuda Devi Temple
-Mount Abu Sanctuary
Mount Abu houses some of the best hotels and restaurants in the region. Hotel Akashdeep, Hotel Lake Regency Hotel Recluse, and Sunset Inn accord the visitors best possible accommodation while excellent restaurants such as Handi, Mayur, Dawat and Madras Cafe offer the most luscious meals.

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Mount Abu – The only hill station in Rajasthan