Excursion Heritage

Mount Abu

Mount Abu, the picturesquely thick lush green, wooded resort is situated on a hilltop plateau. It is Rajasthan’s only hill station. Due to the proximity of Nakki Lake, the flora and fauna enjoys the adulation of the tourist to the fullest. The place has a vast sanctuary in the thicket, sheltering species like langur, wild boars, sambar, leopards, etc. besides nesting by variety of bird species. The British came here for relaxation in their bungalows and to strategically mingle with the royalties.

The Jains were a rich trading community in the area who financed the armies of Rajput rulers like Rana Pratap to keep the invading Mughals at bay. Secure under the Rajputs, the wealthy Jains built some spectacular temples at Dilwara, most famous of which is the 12th century shrine of the Jain tirthankara, Adinath.

Most of the Jain temples in the area have mesmerizing architectural genius in intricate carvings on marble. The Chaumukha Temple is an air structure with 29 halls, 420 pillars each carved in a uniquely different design. Another charming feature are the bells attached to the shikhars that crown the temple; they tinkle gently with the breeze creating serene atmosphere.

This glorious ambience suited mainly to the likes of sages and tribals and both made a great impact in the history of the region. A cluster of Hindu temples also marks the land with their historical past. The tribes still conducting their 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.
The Brahmkumari Ashram is another world famous religious community center.

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