Dilwara Temple

The Dilwara Jain temples were dedicated to the Jain tirthankars and also served as storehouses of illustrated manuscripts and treatises. The temples at Mount Abu were constructed between 800 AD and 1200 AD.

The Dilwara temples have been described as a dream in marble. According to the inscription, Mount Abu was basically a seat of Saivism and Jainism made its appearance only in 11th century. The first Jain temple of Dilwara, the Vimala Vasahi was built in 1032 A D by Vimala Shah.

Vimala Vashi Temple

The Vimal Vashi temple is the earliest and most important temple among various temples situated here. The Vimal Vashi temple was built in 1032 AD and is dedicated to the first Jain Tirthankara, Adinath. The temple was constructed by Vimal Shah, minister of a local Rajput ruler, Raja Bim Deo. It stands in an open courtyard surrounded by 58 cells or kulikas, which contain small icons of the image in the main shrine. In the main shrine is the gold-brass caste image of Adinath placed in the Gudh Mandap. The main shrine and the front of the cells are surrounded by elaborate columns. The temple is carved out of white marble. The ceiling is decorated with engraved designs of lotus-buds, petals, flowers and scenes from Jain and Hindu mythology.

Nakki Lake

The Nakki Lake is a major attraction of Mount Abu. It is a pretty lake which is surrounded by the wooded hills. Nakki Lake is the focal point of the town of Mount Abu. Nakki means Fingernails. According to legend, this lake was clawed out of the earth by the fingernails of the Gods. Boating is a popular pastime here, and a walk along the bank is quite pleasant.

Todd’s Rock

From Nakki Lake one can see the strange rock formation called “Todd’s Rock”. This rock formation is sculpted by the forces of nature.

Sunset Point

There are many view points around the town. The most famous view point is the Sunset Point. Sunset point is situated on the banks of the Nakki Lake in the southwestern part. From here one can view the sunset spectacularly between two rocky peaks with the lovely view of the surrounding hills. There is a spectacular sight at the time of sunset when all the hills shine with the golden glow. Sunset point is the right place to view the spectacular sunset

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