An Oasis Amidst The Arid Desert

Mount Abu is a very popular destination among tourists in India. Mount Abu will amaze you with the many rivers, lakes, forests and greenery within. It is situated in the Aravalli range of the Sirohi district in Rajasthan.In ancient times, Mount Abu was also known as Arbudanchal due to it’s various historical relevance, It is also the origin of the Gurjar tribe of Rajasthan.

Things to do

A Mount Abu package will keep you excited and engrossed throughout the journey. It has a Wildlife Sanctuary, Several temples, Fort, water bodies and many more to keep you busy. The very famous Dilwara temple attracts the maximum tourists. The Jain temple was completed in the 13th century and looks pristine in white marble. Mount Abu also has the headquarter of the Brahma Kumaris with a sprawling campus which attracts close to 3 million devotees every year. The Achalgarh fort beside Nakkiriver has been built by the king of Mewar and has been a favourite destination for its historical relevance, built in the 14th century, enjoy the sunset at Nakki River to feel the spirituality of the place. Close by is the Ambika Mata Temple, which is in the cleft of a rock in Jagat, just outside Mount Abu, which deserves a visit.If you are good at walking, do visit Guru Sikhar, as it is the highest peak in Rajasthan. You could also plan for a Mount Abu Holiday package in the month of January to the cover the annual Camel Festival. There are local travel companies which arrange for a day long hiking and trekking for the tourists at an affordable price.

Food at Mount Abu

As Mount Abu attracts a lot of international visitors, it has a vast array of cuisine to offer to the tired traveller. A visit to the Jodhpur Bhojanalay is an absolute must to try out some local delicacies. The Thaali is worth a sight leave alone sampling every food in the small katoris. Café Shikibo, The Mulberry Tree and the Sankalp are also good options to try out for.

Lodging in Mount Abu

Mount Abu has abundant options for a stay to pamper the incoming tourists. Among all, Ratan Villas is a luxury cottage offering you the best of views of Mount Abu amidst its greenery. Hotel Hillock, Hotel Hilltone, Hotel Silver Oak a few more options to choose from for the comfort-seeking traveller. For the pocket-friendly tourist to there are options galore.

How to reach

Mount Abu is well connected by rail, road and air. The closest Railway station is Mount Abu Railway station which is 28km from the away. Taxis and private cars ply in abundance covering the distance. The nearest airport is Udaipur airport, which is well connected by various airlines nationally. The nearest National Highway is NH14, which can be availed to reach Mount Abu.

Best time to visit

The best time to plan for a Mount Abu tour package would be between February to June and September to December. It is the time when the weather is usually pleasant and conducive for sightseeing. It is advisable to avoid monsoons for it hampers the adventure factor of the tour.

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