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Mount Abu, Rajasthan, India

Mount Abu is Rajasthan's only hill station, an "oasis in the desert" in the Aravalli Range at roughly 1,220 m, with its highest peak Guru Shikhar at about 1,722 m. Famed for the exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples, Nakki Lake and Sunset Point, it is a cool retreat amid Rajasthan's arid plains.
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State: Rajasthan Famous for: Dilwara Jain Temples Nearest transport: Maharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur (~163–176 km), is the nearest airport. 📚 Read our full travel guide →

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StateRajasthan
Famous forDilwara Jain Temples
Nearest transportMaharana Pratap Airport, Udaipur (~163–176 km), is the nearest airport.
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About Mount Abu

Mount Abu is Rajasthan's only hill station, an "oasis in the desert" in the Aravalli Range at roughly 1,220 m, with its highest peak Guru Shikhar at about 1,722 m. Famed for the exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples, Nakki Lake and Sunset Point, it is a cool retreat amid Rajasthan's arid plains.

Why Visit Mount Abu

The intricately carved Dilwara Jain Temples, boating on Nakki Lake, sunset views over the desert plains, and Guru Shikhar — the highest point in the Aravallis. The only hill station in Rajasthan.

Best Time to Visit

Roughly November to February for cool, pleasant weather, though it stays milder than the Rajasthan plains through much of the year.

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What is Mount Abu famous for? ▼
Being the only hill station in Rajasthan, the exquisite Dilwara Jain Temples, Nakki Lake, Sunset Point and Guru Shikhar.
How do I reach Mount Abu? ▼
The nearest railhead is Abu Road (~27–28 km) and the nearest airport is Udaipur (~163–176 km), with road onward up the hill.
What is the best time to visit Mount Abu? ▼
Roughly November to February for cool, pleasant weather.
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