A
pleasant retreat set amidst the lush forested hills, Mt. Abu is a
green oasis in the barren desertscape thats Rajasthan. Situated at
the southern tip of the Aravali range the hill retreat owes its cool
climate to its rich flora covering the entire hillside that includes
coniferous trees and flowering shrubs. The road leading to Mount Abu
is a curved one characterized by arid region dotted with huge rocks
in weird shapes and high velocity winds.
The only
hill station in Rajasthan, Mount Abu is more than just a summer
retreat. Its stunning array of exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples,
dating back 11th- 13th centuries, make it a
popular pilgrimage centre. ‘Abu’ according to a legend.stands for
the son of Himalayan, deriving its name from Arbuada,the powerful
serpent who rescued Nandi, the sacred bull of Lord Shiva, from a
chasm.