Legend has that this small lake, was scooped out by a god using only his nails (nakh).The lake is surrounded by hills, parks and strange rock formations. Several Maharajas built lavish summer houses around the Nakki Lake.
Adhar Devi Temple
Adhar Devi Temple is carved out of a huge rock reached by a flight of 360 stairs. This is a favorite tourist spot.
Museum and Art Gallery
Located at the Raj Bhawan, Museum and Art Gallery is a collection of archaeological excavations dating back to 8th-12th century A.D. It also exhibits Jain bronze carvings, brass works etc.
Viewpionts
There are many view points around Mount Abu. Most famous among them is the Sunset point which provides a spectacular sight of the setting sun when the hills are covered in the golden glow can be viewed from here. Other popular spots include Honeymoon point, which also offers a view of sunset, the Crags and the Shanti Shikhar.
Gardens and Parks
Beautifully decorated parks and gardens are spread throughout the hilly paradise. Ashok Vatika, Gandhi park, Municipal Park, Shaitan Singh Park and Terrace Garden are some of the noticeable gardens.
Shopping experience in Mount Abu
Shopping in Mount Abu is always a good experience for every one. Mount Abu has market having variety of shops. Here one can find variety of Rajasthani and Gujarati articles and handicrafts. If you are interested to buy marbles, sandalwoods and sandstones then visit the shops around Nakki Lake. Some of the famous items which one can buy from here are jewelry, fabrics, wooden articles, gemstones, metal crafts, leather ware, Kota saris and apparels, Rajasthani bangles and many more.
How to Approach Mount Abu
By Air : Udaipur is the nearest airport. Daily flight form Delhi, Mumbai and Jaipur are available to Udaipur.
By Rail : Abu Road is the nearest railway station and is about 22 kms from Mount Abu. And well connected by Ahemdabad, Jaipur, Mumbai and Jodhpur.
By Road : Rajasthan Roadways run very comfortable deluxe buses from Jaipur and Abu Road to Maunt Abu. It is also connected by road to Delhi, Udaipur, Ajmer, Bundi and Udaipur.
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