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Introduction
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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