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Various Lush Gardens and Parks Blooming With Flowers in Mount Abu – The Hill City of Rajasthan

Nov 4

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The Rajputs of Rajasthan were great lovers of art and architecture. They adore the beauty of forts, palaces and museums, an also enhancing natural beauty by gardening and planting flowering plants.

Gardens in Mount Abu

Gardens in Mount Abu

Mount Abut one of the most popular tourist destinations in summer is also popular in winters due to its scenic beauty. Gardens constitute great tourist attraction in Mount Abu.

There are many well laid out lush gardens and parks blooming with flowers in this hill city. The prominent amongst them are Brahma Kumari Serene Peace Park, Gandhi Park, Municipal Park, Shaitan Singh Park and Terrace Garden.

Insight View of Mount Abu

The quaint hill station Mount Abu is set amidst verdant hills and picturesque landscape.  A sacred retreat with the magnificent Jain Temples, mount Abu also attracts tourists for its scenic display of rocks juxtaposed with abundant flora and fauna.

The road leading to Mount Abu is a curved one characterized by arid region dotted with huge rocks in weird shapes and high velocity winds. This is also the highest point between the Nilgiris in the south and the Himalayan range up north.

The 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 center.

There are various interesting treks and picnic spots close to Mount Abu.

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Mount Abu, Hill Station Of Rajasthan To Be Developed As Eco-Sensitive Zone

Jul 5

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Mount Abu situated on an isolated plateau of Aravalli range of hills about 4000 ft.above sea level is one of the prettiest hill stations in India.

Mount Abu To Developed As Eco-Sensitive Zone

Mount Abu Hill Station will be a Eco-sensetive Zone

Mount Abu Hill Station will be a Eco-sensetive Zone

The Union environment ministry has recently declared Mount Abu an Eco-sensitive zone. This mandates eco-friendly measures for all, including locals and visiting tourists. The Centre on June 25 passed a notification to this effect, under which several restrictions will be imposed in and around Mount Abu to protect the area from ecological degradation.

The eco-sensitive zone covers the entire area of the notified urban area limit, including Mount Abu municipal limits and adjoining forest block areas.

All activities in the forest block areas shall be governed by the provisions of the Rajasthan Forest Act, 1953 and the Forests (Conservation) Act, 1980 (69 of 1980) and all the activities in the Protected Areas (Sanctuary) shall be governed by the provisions of the Wildlife  Protection Act, 1972 (53 of 1972).

A zonal master plan for the eco-sensitive zone shall be prepared by the state government within two years from the date of publication of the notification and will be submitted for approval to the ministry of environment and forests.

Effects of  Eco-Sensitive Zone

  • Only non-polluting, non-hazardous cottage industries or agro-based industries shall be permitted in the protected area.
  • New traffic regulations will also come up and there is a possibility that the entry of vehicles near tourist places will be restricted.
  • No person shall use plastic carry bags within the notified area
  • Restoration of denuded areas, conservation of existing water bodies including Nakki Lake, management of the catchment areas, watershed management, groundwater management, soil and moisture conservation

Mount Abu Tourist Attractions

Mount Abu is considered a summer retreat but it also has a stunning array of attractions such as the Dilwara Jain Temples, which dates back  to 11th- 13th centuries makes it a popular pilgrimage centre of Rajasthan.

The Sunset Point in Mount Abu is great for catching splendid views of the sunset over the hills. The Achalgarh Fort is one of the best areas to catch views of Mount Abu. The highest point in Mount Abu is Guru Shikhar, which has a temple dedicated to the Holy Trinity.

Mount Abu is also home to the Brahma Kumaris Spiritual University & Museum, which is a popular yoga and meditation center.


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Summer Festival in Mount Abu – A Hill Station of Rajasthan

Feb 11

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Summer Festival in Mount Abu - An Escape from Burning Heat of Plains of Rajasthan

Summer Festival in Mount Abu - An Escape from Burning Heat of Plains of Rajasthan

About Mount Abu

Mount Abu the only hill station in Rajasthan, situated in the sylyan setting of verdant forests. Its a major pilgrim centre located in the south- western corner of Rajasthan .

Abu, according to legend, stands for the Son of Himalaya, deriving its name from Arbuda, the powerful serpent who rescued Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva , from a chasm. This picturesque hill station stirs to life during the three day Summer festival.

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Summer Festival – A Cool Experience of Life

The festival begins with an enthralling ballad, followed by folk dances of Rajasthan like Gair, Ghoomar and Dhap.

The evening is enlivened by a Sham-e- Qualwali. Qualwals or high pitch singers from all over the state come to perform here and captivate the audience with their vocal skills.

A Village Artisan Playing Fluet Type Musical Intrument in Summer Festival

A Village Artisan Playing Fluet Type Musical Intrument in Summer Festival

The Rowing Competition

Other gripping events include a boat race on the Nakki Lake and roller skating race. The grand finale of the festival is a display of dazzling fireworks. Refresh yourself in the tranquil surroundings of Nakki Lake.

It is believed that the Gods formed the lake-bed by digging it with their fingernails – ‘nakh’ – hence the name nakki lake.

Other Tourist Places in Mount Abu

Mount Abu has a beautiful lake, a comples of exquisitely carved Jain Temples, old fort, Gurumukh Temple, Honeymoon Point which attracts tourists from the world over.

In the summers, there are very few tourists who plan a visit to Rajasthan, and I agree with them totally because even I myself prefer staying in the comfort of air conditioning. On the contrary, Abu proves to be a great tourist destination especially in summers, as domestic tourists tries to escape the rising mercury levels in the state.

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Adhar Devi Temple – Mount Abu, Rajasthan

Dec 6

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Adhar Devi Temple, Mt Abu, Rajasthan

Adhar Devi Temple, Mt Abu, Rajasthan

Temple Location and Architecture

Situated in a cave in the hills of Mount Abu the only Hill Station in Rajasthan, The Adhar Devi Temple is one of the very popular religious themed tourist destinations.

The Adhar Devi temple is situated at a distance of 3 km to the north of the Mount Abu. The temple is chiseled out of a huge rock and can be reached by a flight of 365 steps.

Why it is called Adhar Devi Temple – History about Temple

It is also known as Arbuda Devi Temple. You have to bow in reverence to get through the low entrance of the temple Legend has it that, Arbuda said to be the patron of the town, formed the mountain in order to save the sacred cow, Nandi from drowning in an abyss.

The black painted marble idol riding a tiger is claimed to be about 5,000 years old. It is also belived that the image  of the goddess was originally hanging in mid air, hence it came to be called as Adhar Devi Temple.

Attraction

This temple dedicated to Goddesses Durga is regarded as one of the important pilgrimage sites of Mount Abu. It is also a good site to get a panoramic view of the sylyan vally.

The Adhar Devi temple contains many beautiful statues, and those that make the effort to climb the stairs are rewarded with many picturesque views of the surrounding mountains and forests. The climb up to the Adhar Devi temple can be a difficult one so it is recommended that you wear appropriate clothing and footwear. You should not be turned off by this walk as the scenic views surrounding the temple and the wondrous beauty inside make this climb worth the effort.

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Vimal Vasahi Temple – Delwara Jain Temples, Mount Abu Rajasthan

Dec 2

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At a Distance of about 185 km from Udaipur, Mount Abu is famous for its temple, the most noteworthy being the Dilwara Temples. The land of meditating rishi munis. Mount Abu was said to be home to 33 crore God and Goddesses and an important Vaishnava and Shaivite pilgrim center up to the 11 century. Today it is recognized the world over its magnificent temples.

About Delwara Jain Temples

The hill retreat is a divine splendor in stone when in Mount Abu all roads will lead you to the Dilwara Jain Temples made out of intricately carved marble dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras. The five legendary marble temples are considered to be one of the most beautiful Jain Pilgrimage sites in the world. The temples reside amidst mesmerizing surroundings of mango trees and wooded hills. A high wall, shimmering luminous in the sunlight, shrouds the temples complex.

An Exterior View of Dilwara Jain Temples, Mount Abu, Rajasthan

An Exterior View of Dilwara Jain Temples, Mount Abu, Rajasthan

Vimal Vashi Temple

The main temple known as the Vimal Vasahi is the oldest one dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankara, Adinath. This exquisite piece of architecture was constructed by Vimal Shah, completed in AD 1031. Vimal Shah was a minister and commander-in-chief during the reign of Maharaja Bhimdev I.

The temple stands in an open courtyard embellished by 52 cells. Each cell house a beautiful statue of a Trithankara. Elaborately columned porticoes surround the main shrine. But there are several other temples around, each a masterpiece of perfection in art.

Temple History

Archaeological evidence suggests that Mahavira himself visited  the site, making it especially sacred to the Jains as a tirtha or a pilgrimage. As a temple city it ranked among the finest ones.

The legend goes that exhausted by the massacres he had indulged in, Vimal Shah prayed fervently to goddess Ambika Devi. When she appeared he made two requests, one to get a son and the other the blessing to construct a temple on Mount Abu.

When the goddess commanded Vimal Shah to ask for one favor only, he talked over with his wife and decided that he would rather build the temple, since a son could never immortalize his deeds.

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The Fort Of Achalgarh – Tourist Attractions Near Mount Abu, Rajasthan

Sep 26

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The Fort of Achalgarh - Mount Abu Excursions

The Fort of Achalgarh - Mount Abu Excursions

Mount Abu is a ramification of the great Arawali hills which intersect Rajasthan from end to end, forming a line running north-east and south west.

Perched on the chaotic masses of rocks stands Achalgarh, an ancient fort of Rajasthan.  Achalgarh in Hindi literally means an immovable fort.

Rana Kumbha of Mewar built this majestic fort in the 14th century. The fort is situated nearly six miles from Abu surrounded by lofty peaks of the Aravalis. It provides a fine view of Guru Shikhar, the highest peak of the Aravalis in Rajasthan.

Major Attractions and Monuments of Achalgarh

The chief attraction of the fort is a Jain temple of Shanti Nath built in 1513 A.D which is ascribed to Kumarpal Solanki, the ruler of Gujrat. The last remains of this ruler were cremated in front of the  Achaleshwari temple. The Chamunda temple, Bhartari Gupha, Revati Kund, Gomati Kund, Bhrigu Ashram and the temple of Kumbheswari, are places of historical and architectural importance.

It also houses another amazing temple of Achaleshwar Mahadev built in 1412 A.D. The Shanti Nath Jain Temple is having a gold plated image. These two Jain temples stand in ancient Jain style of architecture.

The statues of Rana Kumbha and his son Uda, and Sawan Bhadawa are also very interesting. Adinath temple has 14 images of miniature size made of ‘Panch Dhatu’. The temple is a double storeyed one. The Donjon of Achalgarh which with the interior works of the most remote antiquity. There are a ruins of a granary, the Bhandar of Kumbha Rana, coated within with a very strong cement plaster. On the most elevated knoll to the east are the remains of an alarm tower which still bears Kumbha’s name.

The Hanumanpole and the Champapol are two gateways of the fort.

Near the fort a little below there is situated remarkable temple of Achaleshwar, built in 813 A.D. Numerous ancedotes are in vague about the power of this divinity, which is God Shiva. A big tank 900 X 240 feet known as Mandakini Kund has many fables at its credit. There is an inscription of Phalgun 1266 A.D. The statue is of white marble. 5 feet in height and with the exception of the sculptured figure on the column of Badob, is the finest piece of sculpture.

We would be writing about the pride of Rajasthan tommorrow. Wish to know what it is ? Sorry, We wont tell you. You need to come back again and check out tommorrow about the very finer details of the kinds, types and colors.. shhhhh!!

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