Mount Abu Tourism
The Raj period approached it as a relaxation place to rewind along with
the royalties and semi royalties. The place sways in an interesting contrast
of British style bungalows, the holiday lodges of the royals (Thikhana)
along with the presence of the various communities of the tribals located
amidst the thick lush of the forest on the hills surrounding the region.
The flora and fauna enjoys the adulation of the tourist to the fullest.
Among the flourishing ranges is the highest point of the Aravalli is the
'Gurushikhar' with a vast sanctuary that shelters a number of species like
langur, wild boars, Sambar, leopards and many more along with a number of
flowering trees thus enhancing the whole scenario. This glorious ambience
suited mainly to the likes of sages and tribals and both made a great impact
in the history of the region.
The tribes still conducting there authentic life styles in the wake of 21st
century is rather interesting and so is the collection of various monuments
of different religious sects like the famous shrines of Jainism.
Mount Abu, the only hill resort of Rajasthan, situated at the highest peak
of the Aravali at an altitude of 1220 meters. This "Hill of Wisdom"
and a true " Olympus of Rajasthan" stands on an independent hillock,
which is separated from the main Aravali ranges by a deep gorge.
When ascending the mountain, one can hardly fail to be impressed with the
grandeur and the scenic beauty, the gigantic blocks of rocks, towering along
the crest of the hill, are especially striking, in some cases so weather-
worn, that they present most fanciful and weird shapes, while in others
appear so slightly balanced as to be in danger of rolling down.
It is not only one of the prettiest hill stations in the country, but a
major Rajput and Jain pilgrimage center. The legend goes that a 'yagna'
was performed here and four Agnikula or fireborn Rajput clans the Chauhans,
Parmaras, Pratiharas and Solankis were created out of fire. Till 11th century,
Mount Abu was an important Vaishnav and Shiva pilgrimage center, but now
it has gained importance as a Jain pilgrim center.
The hill boasts of rich vegetation and thick forest, it stands out as an
oasis in the arid environs, it is pleasant climate picturesque setting invite
thousands of tourists for pleasure trips and relaxation.
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