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Mount Abu is the only hill station in Rajasthan situated at the southern tip of the Aravali mountain range. It is a summer getaway of Rajasthan the desert state of India. The cool climate, heritage buildings and several religious sites make this place one of the popular tourist attractions of Rajasthan. It is a green oasis in the barren desert land which enthralls tourists who come here from several parts of the globe.
This place was the favorite retreat for many sages and saints because of its serene and scenic beauty. The most famous of them was Sage Vashishtha, who is believed to have created four agnikula Rajput clans. Some of the popular tourist attractions of Mount Abu are:
Dilwara Jain Temples
It is one of the most popular tourist attractions of this place famous for its exquisite carvings on pillars, ceilings, walls and floors. This is one of the sacred pilgrimages of the Jains. The Temple complex consists of five major temples devoted to five Jain trithankaras (saints). Among all these the Vimal Vashi and the Luna Vashi are the most notable because of its architectural legacies crafted in stone.
Shri Raghunathji Temple
This is another famous temple of this place situated near the Nakki Lake. The temple is dedicated to Shri Raghunathji. The carving of this temple reflects the old Mewar culture showcasing the rich heritage of the bygone era. Many devotees throngs to this temple to seek the blessings of Sri Raghunathji.
Nakki Lake
This is a beautiful lake surrounded by hills, parks and strange rock formations. According to legend this small lake was scooped out by a god using only his nails. Large number of tourist visits this place to enjoy a pleasurable time amidst serene and scenic natural splendor.
Museum and Art Gallery:
It is other popular tourist attractions of this place situated near the Raj Bhawan. This museum has a beautiful collection of archaeological excavations dating back to 8th -12tth century A.D. Along with this the gallery also displays artifacts, historic art pieces, Jain sculptures and brass statues.
Trevor's Tank
This is beautiful bird's park situated at a distance of 5 km away from the town. The diverse flora of this place nurtures exotic collections of bird's species, which make it a bird's paradise. Large number of tourists comes here to see the various species of birds.
Some of the other known attractions of Mount Abu are Honeymoon Point, Sunset Point, Achalgarh Fort, Kesar Bhawan Palace, Gaumukh Temple and many more.
