Mount Abu, also said to be 'the paradise of Rajasthan' is one of the popular Jain pilgrimage sites. This beautiful and fascinating city is famous for its Dilwara Caves and its natural beauty. Named after the Arbuda Devi, the city is also known for being the headquarters of the Brahmakumaris religious sect. Mount Abu, the only hill station in Rajasthan, is also said to be the God's abode. There are many temples in this region and the place is said to be an important place of penance for the sages in ancient times.
Built between the 11th and 13th century, the Dilwara Jain Temples are known for their intricate carvings and the white marble used to build the temples. The temples are dedicated to the Jain Tirthankaras. Vimal Vasahi, Lun Vasahi, Shri Risha Lhdeo, Shri Parshvanath and Shri Mahavir Swami are the other five Jain temples. Two brothers - Vastupal and Tejpal, built the Lun Vasahi temple, which is most sacred among the five. The unique feature of this temple is the marble dome in the porch, which is made up of a cluster of half open lotuses, which appear to be almost transparent. You can too enjoy the nature basking in its glory through the IndiaTour Packages for Mount Abu.
Built in 1031, by Bhim Deva, the first Solanki ruler of Gujarat, the Vimal Vasahi temple is oldest and is also known to be the first Jain temple. The temple is built with pure marbles and its carvings reflect the excellence of artistry of its time.
The other main attraction of the tourists is the Guru Shikhar, the highest peak of Mount Abu. There is also a temple at the top amidst the beautiful lush greenness of the peak. In the heart of the town, at one end of the Mall is Nakki Lake. With the hills overlooking the beauty of this lake from all sides, the road that leads to the lake appears as if contemplating to take a dip in the lake.
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