INTRODUCTION   

Nestling (at a height of 1200 metres) in the Aravalli range passing through Rajasthan, is Mount Abu. This hill station is popular both with domestic and international visitors. The world famous Dilwara Temples are close by. Many legends talk about Mount Abu, the most famous of these is about how Mount Abu derived its name. The Son of the Himalayas, Arbuda (Abu in short) – a serpent, came down to this spot to rescue Nandi, the Wahan (Mount) of Lord Shiva. Hence the name.

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