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Mount Abu
Mount Abu is a popular hill station in the Aravalli Range in Sirohi district of Rajasthan state in western India near the border with Gujarat. The mountain forms a distinct rocky plateau 22 km long by 9 km wide. The highest peak on the mountain is Guru Shikhar at 1,722 m (5,650 ft) above sea level. It is referred to as 'an oasis in the desert' as its heights are home to rivers, lakes, waterfalls and evergreen forests. Nearest Railway station is Abu Road Railway station which is 27 km away.

To reach Mount Abu by Rail: Abu Road is the nearest railway station just 28 KM from the main city, Which is very well connected by rail routes to New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Mumbai. From Abu Road you can opt for state transport service (usually every hour) or Taxis on both sharing and private basis.
To reach Mount Abu by Air: The nearest airport is Udaipur at a distance of 185 km, But Ahmedabad is having better connectivity and daily flights with other parts of the country and is just 221 KM from Mount Abu, from Ahmedabad or Udaipur you can book Taxi in advance.
To reach Mount Abu by Road: Mount Abu is well connected by road with major cities of the country, nearest national highway no. 14 is just 24 KM's.
Mount Abu is home to a number of tourist attractions from natural beauty to historical and architectural places, The Dilwara Jain temples are a complex of temples, carved of white marble, that were built between the 11th and 13th centuries AD.
The historical Achalgarh fort, built in the 14th century by Rana Kumbha of Mewar. It encloses several beautiful Jain temples, including the Achaleswar Mahadev Temple (1412) and the Kantinath Temple (1513).
Heart of the city Nakki Lake, is another popular visitor attraction of Mount Abu. There is the Toad Rock on a hill near the lake. Raghunath Temple and Maharaja Jaipur Palace are also on hills near Nakki Lake.
The mountain is also home to several Hindu temples, including the Adhar Devi Temple, carved out of solid rock; the Shri Raghunathji Temple; and a shrine and temple to Dattatreya built atop the Guru Shikhar peak. The world headquarters of the Brahma Kumari order of lady renunciates is also located here, as is the World Spiritual University of the same denomination. There is also believed to be a footprint of Vishnu on top of Mount Abu. The Durga temple, Ambika Mata Temple lies in a cleft of rock in Jagat, just outside of Mount Abu.
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Behind Petrol Pump, Shikhar Hotel Road, Mount Abu-307 501
Tel. 02974-235724 Cell 094148-43400, 094141-34400.
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Sweet dishes
Sweet dishes are never referred to as 'dessert' in Rajasthan, because unlike desserts which are served after the meal, Rajasthani sweets are served before, during and after the meal.
Balushahi
Besan Chakki
Churma
DilKhushaal
Feeni
Ghevar
Gujia
Seero (Hindi: Halwa)
Imarti
Jhajariya
Kadka
Milk-Cake (Alwar ka Mawa)
Makkhan-bada
Palang Torh
Mawa Kachori
Typical Rajasthani curries
Aloo matar ki sabji
Beans ki sabji
Besan Gatte ki sabji
besan purla
childa
dahi mein aloo
Dal Chawal Kutt
danamethi, papad ko saag
Gajar ki sabji
Govind Gatte or Shahi Gatte
Guwar fali ki saag
Haldi ko saag
Jaipuri
Kadhi
Bajri ki raab
Karela ki sabji
Ker-saangri ki sabji
Kicha ki sabji
Kikoda ki sabji
Lauki key Koftey
Makki ki ghaat
Makki ki raab
Makki ki saag
Badi
Masala Gatta
Matar ki sabji
meethi danamethi
Moranga ki sabji
Motha ko saag
Papad, Badi ko saag
Papad ki sabji
Pyaaz Paneer
Raabdi
rabori ki sabji
Sev Tamatar
Dal Tadka
Typical Rajasthani meat dishes
Khad khargosh (wild hare cooked and roasted underground)
Laal maans (meat in red chillies curry)
Mohan maans (meat cooked in milk)
Saanth ro achaar (pickled wild boar meat)
Safed maans (meat cooked in curd)


Amba Ji Mata Temple Ambaji Mata Temple in Gujrat..........Ambaji-the Origin of the Supreme Cosmic Power of the Universe is one of the fifty one 51 ancient Shakti Piths Tirth in India. There are 12 main Shakti Pith Tirth, significant places of pilgrimage for the worship of Shakti, namely, Ma Bhagwati Mahakali Maha Shakti at Ujjan, Ma Kamakshi at Kanchi Puram, Mata Bramaramba at Malay Giri, Shri Kumarika at Kanya Kumari, Mataji Ambaji at Anartgujarat Mata Mahalaxmidevi at Kohlapur, Devi Lalita at prayag, Vindhya Vasini at Vindhya, Vishalakshi at Varansi, Mangalavati at Gaya and Sundari Bhavani at Bangal & Guhya Kesari in Nepal. Sundha Mata Temple Sundha Mata Temple in Jalore, Rajasthan....The historical and religious Sundha Shrine is center of attraction for devotees which is situated at the end of ARAWALI Mountains, the heart-line of Rajasthan. Several historical and religious matters have been attached to this shrine which is surrounded by the soothing climate of ARAWALI Mountains. Its attractive natural beauty is incomparable in itself. The water touching the sacred feet of "MAHISHASUR MARDINI" is spreading its soothing musical sounds in the unique atmosphere. The Soil of hue feet gives a pleasing touch even in summer season. The mountain too appears like an evergreen forest. There is a unique combination of mountains, water and soil. The flowing water, lovely twittering of birds and sporty monkeys attract people automatically. Ranakpur Temple Ranakpur Temple in Pali District of Rajasthan....Ranakpur Beautiful sculptured Jain temples mark the glory of this renowned place. Marked as one of the five holy places for the Jain community, these were created in the 15 the century. During the reign of Rana Kumbha and are enclosed within a wall. The central Chaumukha [four faced temple] is dedicated to Adinathji the temple is an astounding creation with 29 halls and 1,444 pillars all distinctly carved and no two being alike is a amazing evidence of the genius sense of architecture that enhances the charm of the place. Every temple has this conceivable surface carved with equal delicacy. Ranakpur Temple in Pali District of Rajasthan....The ambience of Ranakpur is mainly highlighted by the location and the almost divine architecture, giving the same hue as its counter part - the great Dilwara Temple's. in Mt-Abu. Facing the main temple are the unique temples -Parasvanath - Neminath with exquisite figures carving similar to that Khujaraho sculptures. Another temple worth visiting is the nearby 'Sun Temple' dedicated to the 'Sun God' (Surya-the master of all the planets and the provider of light to the whole universe) adorned with polygonal wall, richly embellished with the carvings of warriors, horses and solar (Nakshatras, grahs') deities riding splendid 'chariots' the vehicle of the 'Sun God'- which accordingly to the Hindu Mythology is the God of prosperity and a shining destiny in this world. Many throng this shrine for these blessings. Overall Ranakpur is known as ' The tranquil pilgrimage town'. For the buffs a ride to the outskirts like ' Sadari' - 'Desuri'- 'Ghanerao'- 'Narhai', serves the purpose of their satisfaction.
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