Mount Abu Tour Operators

Mount Abu, located in the Sirohi District of Rajasthan, is a famous hill station. It is well-known for its natural beauty, comfortable climate, green hills, serene lakes, architecturally beautiful temples and several religious sites. The place is one of the popular pilgrimage sites for Jains. The hill station is at a height of 1220 mts, on the highest peak of the Aravalli range. Mount Abu enjoys the status of being one of the biggest tourist attractions in Rajasthan because of its illustrious history, ancient archaeological sites and wonderful weather. It is visited by thousands of tourists and devotees every year, mostly during summers and monsoons.
Serving as a source of comfort from the sultry dessert climate of Rajasthan, Mount Abu, the state’s only hill station stands at a height of 1722 metres above sea level, and is embraced by lush green hills of the Aravalli range. Studded with a colourful mix of rustic abodes of tribal communities and posh houses inclusive of British style bungalows and royal holiday lodges, Mount Abu appears to be no less than a wonder in this dessert state. Covered in vast stretches of green forests, serene lakes, and effusive waterfalls, this region allows you to revel amidst panoramic vistas, all year round. Other than its scenic beauty, Mount Abu is also popular as a seat of religious importance for Jains. The structural architectural wonders in Mount Abu, among other places to visit, have been drawing history buffs and architecture enthusiasts from different corners of the world. All most all tour packages, including those by Rajasthan Tourism have Mount Abu as one of the most significant destinations to be covered.

A little into the background
Myths and Legends - The history of Mount Abu can be traced back to the Puranas. Known as “Arbudaranya” or “the forest of Arbhuda” in the Puranic Age, Mount Abu is described to have served as a retreat for Sage Vashistha, following his spur with Sage Vishwamitra. A popular mythology story associated with Mount Abu mentions a serpent named Arbhuda, who had saved the life of Nandi, Lord Shiva’s mount, here. The name “Mount Abu” is a diminutive of its original name which was kept after Arbhuda. Another legend suggests that Sage Vashistha had performed a yajna at the peak of this very mountain range, seeking provision for the defence of righteousness on earth, from the Gods. His prayer was answered by a youth who sprang out of the yajna fire, known to be the first of the Agnivamsha Rajputs.

History of Mount Abu
Arbhuda Mountains or Mount Abu is also popular for having been the home of Gurjaras. Multiple inscriptions including Dhanpala’s “Tilakmanajari” lay stress on the association of this place with that of Gurjaras.