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Nakki Lake
Toad Rock
Sunset Point
Honeymoon Point
Achalgarh
Delwara Jain Temples
Gurushikhar
 

Nakki Lake

Nakki Lake is situated in the heart of the city and is a great attraction with tourists. It is a magnificent lake encircled by green hills and rock formations. It is believed that the lake was dug out by gods by their nails (nakh) and hence the name "Nakki". The lake is also a pilgrimage for Hindus, as it is believed to be as sacred as the holy 'Ganga'.

 

Toad Rock

Rock formations abound in Mt. Abu. With rocks shaped like animals or even human beings, the resemblance is often stark. Todd rock is one of the most famous rock formations. It overlooks the Nakki Lake's cool and calm waters. It seems as if a toad is about to hop into the water. You can have a complete view of the valley from beside the rock.

Sunset Point

Situated 2 km towards southwest of Nakki lake is the Sunset Point. It offers a splendid view during the dusk hours, when you can view thousands of feet down towards the plains with the sun setting in the horizon.

Honeymoon Point

It is also known as Anadra Point, after the village Anadra where it is situated. It offers a great view of the valley & plains at sunset time. It is situated at a height of 4000 ft. the name Honey Moon point refers to the peculiar 'Lover's Rock', which is a natural rock formation in the shape of a man and a woman. The place holds a special attraction for newly-wedded couples.

Achalgarh

Situated 10 km to the north of Mt. Abu, Achalgarh is renowned for its Shiva Temple. There is a fort built by Rana Kumbha of Mewar in 14th century, which houses the Shiva temple and many other magnificent temples.

Achaleshwar Mahadeo: It is believed to be the oldest temple in Mt. Abu dating back to 813 A.D. and has a toe mark of Shiva called 'Brahma Khadda'. There are a few other important Hindu and Jain temples close by: Mandakini Kund, Bhragu Ashram, Chaumukhaji temple. The Achalgarh fort is also an impressive structure although dilapidated. The places (in the fort) worth seeing are the granaries, savan-bhadon tank and Okha Palace.

Delwara Jain Temple

Situated 2.5 km from the main city, the Delwara Temples are exquisite structures in marble. The temples dating back to the 11th and 12th century, are built of pure white marble. There are five temples in all:

Vimal Vaseeh dedicated to Shri Adinathji.
Loon Vaseeh dedicated to Shri Neminathji.
Chaumukhji dedicated to Shri Rishabh Deoji,
Shri Parshwanathji and Shri Mahavir Swamiji.

The Vimal Vaseeh temple is dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankar, Lord Shri Adinathji. Built in 1031 A.D., the temple has immaculate carvings & sculptures and an impressive architecture. The temple of ten elephants, Hasti Shala, is next to the entrance and worth seeing.

Loon Vaseeh: Built in 1231 A.D., this temple is dedicated to the 22nd Tirthankar of Jains, Lord Neminathji. The prayer hall at the entrance is indeed impressive with its high tower & small 'Jinalayas' or God's shelves. The carvings & sculptures are intricate and spell-binding. The pagodas, pillars and ceiling are all delectably detailed in carvings of animals, birds & floral design. The other temples in the group i.e. Shri Rishabh Deoji temple, Chaumukhji temple and Mahavir Swamiji temple are also situated close by. They were built after Vimal Vaseeh & Loon Vaseeh, but are in no way less impressive in grandeur, style and architecture. They also have intricate marble carvings and impressive columns and reliefs.

Gurushikhar

The highest peak of Aravalli hills, at 1772 m above sea level, it is about 15 km from Mt. Abu. There is a motorable road to reach Guru Shikhar. There is a temple dedicated to Swami Dattatreya, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu. The peak is called Guru Shikhar as Guru Dattatreya had sanctified this place and his fotprints are embedded in a rock in a cave. Close to the temple, there is a giant bell suspended by a wooden frame, with an inscription dating back to 1411 A.D.

 
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