History of Mount Abu
A unique destination for Adventure and eco tourism. 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.
The Dilwara temple is famous for architectural genius. The intricate carving
on the marble stone is simply mesmerizing leaving the senses spell bound
with its neat structuring. A cluster of Hindu temples also marks the land
with their historical past. The Brahmkumari Ashram is another world famous
religious community center.
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