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Mount Abu Hotels / Hotels in Mount Abu
Breathtakingly beautiful, Mount Abu set at an altitude of 1220 meters above sea level at the southern tip of the mighty Aravalli ranges is the only hill station in the land of desert, Rajasthan.
The quaint hill town of Mount Abu nestled in midst of green, misty hills, lush greenary, pleasant climate attracts tourists in large numbers who want to drown themselves in the surreal magic of nature.
Apart from its heavenly scenic beauty, Mount Abu is an important pilgrimage centre known for the splendid architecture of the Dilwara Jain Temple which can captivate any art lover.
The pristine hill town with its picture-postcard surrounding is a colorful fusion of lot of elements. The innumerable lovely cottages remind of its colonial past, the hypnotizing beauty of the forested hills are a treat for the soul and the innumerable ancient temples with fascinating stories make Mount Abu more than a just a hill town. |
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Featured Hotel - Connaught House Mount Abu |
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Blessed with a picture-perfect setting,the Connaught House is an idyllic retreat to enjoy the lifestyle of kings and queens laced with a string of contemporary amenities.
Address: Rajendra Marg,
Mount Abu – 307501, Rajasthan (India)
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History of Mount Abu
The history of the only hill town of the desertland of Rajasthan is quite strange just like its location in midst of desertscape. History say this picturesque hill town was a part of the Chuahan Kingdom of Rajasthan and its reputation revolved around being a summer resort of the Rajput kings dominating that region.
During the British Rule, the hill town was leased by the British Government from the then Maharaja of Sirohi who wanted to make it the headquarter of the resident to Rajputana. Since British era, this lovely hill town offered cooling effect to the sun baked British soldiers who wanted to run away from the dust-ridden plains of Rajasthan and rejuvenate their tired nerves. The presence of lovely cottages and tiny huts bear testimony to its colonial past. |
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Shopping in Mount Abu
Mount Abu is a delightful den for those who love to splurge on. There are plenty of shops stuffed with attractive items of Rajasthan and Gujarat. Favourite purchases included wooden, marble, metal, beautiful paintings give immense joy and pleasure. Leather articles and stone crafts are something that are worth spending.
There are plenty of tiny shops flooded around Nakki Lake that are storage of sandalwood and sandstone.
Rajasthan Government Handicrafts Emporium and Khadi Bhandar is one of the favored address for buying exquisite Rajasthani Handicrafts. |
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Nakki Lake Mount Abu |
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Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary |
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