Forts & Palaces in
Mount Abu
Dilwara
Temples
Mount Abu was an important Vaishnava and Shaivite pilgrim center up to the 11th
century. Today, it is recognized the world over for it's magnificent Jain temples.
No visit to Abu can be complete without a trip to the famed Dilwara temples.
These temples are the greatest draw of Abu, apart from its salubrious clime.
Half hidden by mango groves their sober exterior belies the wealth of their
interior ornamentation. Wondrously carved in marble, the Dilwara temples enshrine
various Jain tirthankaras, saints. Built between the 11th and 13th century,
are famous for their superb carvings in marble.
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Gurushikhar(15 km)
The highest peak on the mount (1722 mts above the sea level) allows a bird
eye view of the sylvan surroundings of Mount Abu.A small shrine and a temple
of Dattatreya standing on the shikhar are worth a visit.
Toad Rock
Overhanging the Nakki Lake, so called because of its likeness to gigantic
toad about to leap into the water
Sunset Point
It provides a lovely view of the setting sun, South-West of Nakki lake, where
the sun gradually drowns itself in the azure sky between two mountain peaks,
steps lead up to high terrace which offers an awe inspiring view of the setting
sun.