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 Mount Abu: The Only Hill Station in Rajasthan
Isn't it a surprise to see a hill station in the state, which is popularly considered, as the desert region? Situated at an altitude of 1,220 metres above sea level, Mount Abu is the only hill station that you can hope to see in Rajasthan. Mount Abu is located around 264 km away from Jodhpur, the second biggest city of Rajasthan, and 509 km away from Jaipur, the state capital. Mount Abu is one of the most famous pilgrimage sites of the Jains and known for its grand Dilwara Jain Temples. Besides the temples and sites of historical importance, Mount Abu is also rich in natural scenic beauties.
In the medieval times, Mount Abu was a part of the Chauhan kingdom. Later it was later leased to the British by then Maharaja of Sirohi for use as the headquarters of the resident to Rajputana (another name for Rajasthan). Mount Abu was one of the favorite summer destinations of the British who drove to this hilly retreat to escape the dusty, dry heat of the plains.
According to the folklores, Mount Abu was also the home of many saints and sages in ancient times. According to the legends, all the three hundred and thirty million gods and goddesses of the Hindu pantheon used to visit this holy mountain. This place is held in reverence by Jains since Lord Mahavira, the 24th Jain Tirthankara (spiritual leader), visited Mount Abu and blessed the city.
Travel Information on Mount Abu:
| Area | 15.54 sq km |
| Population | 15,593 (2001) |
Ajmer | Alwar | Bharatpur | Bikaner | Bundi | Chittorgarh | Jaipur | Jaisalmer | Jodhpur | Khimsar | Kota | Mandawa | Mount Abu | Pushkar | Samode | Sariska | Sawai Madhopur | Udaipur
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