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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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