Kesar Bhawan Palace
0.4 km from Mount Abu centre
Kesar Bhawan Palace, situated at Mount Abu in Sirohi, Rajasthan, is the residence of the royal family of Sirohi that now operates as a heritage hotel. It is the oldest royal property on Mount Abu.
Mount Abu
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Safety & current conditions in Mount Abu
Generally safe to travel
Advisory
No active alerts. Carry layers, keep emergency contacts handy and check local conditions before you set out.
Live weather
19°C
Overcast
Weather, crowds and local conditions can change - always verify timings, closures and transport locally before you go.
Overview
Rajasthan's only hill station in the Aravallis - the Nakki Lake, the exquisite Dilwara Jain marble temples, Guru Shikhar (the range's highest point) and a famous sunset point.
DIY Snapshot
DIY difficulty
Easy
Best for
Slow travel, Culture
Ideal days
2 days
Best season
Oct to Mar
Budget
₹6,000-₹11,000
Local transport
Easy
Internet
Good
Safety comfort
High
Languages
Hindi, Gujarati, Rajasthani
How is this score calculated?
This is a DIY-readiness gauge - how do-able it is to plan and travel yourself. Destinations show it as a 0-5 DIY Score; treks & routes as a 0-10 Score (a wider scale for the extra variables they carry). Both are built from these factors:
- SafetyLocal safety, terrain and current advisory conditions along the route.
- Transport accessHow easily you can reach the place and move around without your own vehicle.
- NetworkMobile signal and data coverage you can expect on the way.
- Season reliabilityHow dependable the weather and season window is for travel.
- Budget clarityHow predictable day-to-day costs are, with few surprises.
- Trail / route clarityHow well-marked and easy to follow the route or trail is.
- Stay availabilityThe choice and reliability of places to stay along the way.
- First-timer friendlinessHow forgiving it is for a first-time independent traveller.
- Solo / women comfortHow comfortable and safe it is for solo and women travellers.
- Local supportAvailability of guides, hosts and on-the-ground help if you need it.
Plan it yourself
The DIY deep-dive
The sweet spot for visiting Mount Abu is October to March. Give it 2 days to do it justice. Budget roughly ₹6,000-₹11,000 per person for a DIY trip. It is a good fit if you are after slow travel and culture and heritage. First-time DIY travellers can manage it comfortably, and it is a sensible pick for solo women travellers.
DIY route options
The classic route
Base around Mount Abu and run the standard 2-day plan - the easiest, most dependable version of the trip.
Group it by area
Cluster the sights by area - the old town and bazaars in one block, the outskirts (forts, gardens, museums) in another - so you are not crossing the city twice.
What most travellers miss
- Visit in October to March - outside that window, heat or crowds make it far less pleasant.
- Group your sightseeing by area so you are not criss-crossing the city all day.
- Keep one meal slot for the local food - the bazaars and street eats are half the experience.
- Start the big sights early to beat the crowds and the midday heat.
Where to base yourself
Mount Abu
The main base - most stays, food and transport, and the easiest to reach.
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How to reach
- Nearest airport Udaipur ~185 km.
- Nearest railway station Abu Road ~28 km.
- Bus & road hub Buses from Abu Road and Udaipur.
- Taxis & local transport Taxis from Abu Road; local cabs for Guru Shikhar and the lake.
- Road access & best route Via Abu Road; a ghat road to Rajasthan's only hill station.
Things to do & travel tips
- Rajasthan's only hill station - cool relief from the desert plains.
- The Dilwara Jain temples have strict timings and dress rules - plan around them.
- Nakki Lake and the Sunset Point are the easy highlights.
- It gets crowded in summer when plains residents escape the heat.
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Curated places to visit in Mount Abu
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Nakki Lake
0.7 km from Mount Abu centre
Nakki Lake is a lake situated in the Indian hill station of Mount Abu in Aravalli range.
Dilwara Temples
2.4 km from Mount Abu centre
The Delwada Temples or Delvada Temples are a group of Śvētāmbara Jain temples located about 2+1⁄2 kilometres from the Mount Abu settlement in Sirohi District, Rajasthan's only hill station. Delwara Temples are among 5…
Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple
6.4 km from Mount Abu centre
The Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple is a Shiva temple situated just outside the Achalgarh Fort, located in the Abu Road tehsil of Sirohi district, in the western Indian state of Rajasthan. The temple is believed to have be…
Achalgarh Fort
6.6 km from Mount Abu centre
Achalgarh is a fort situated about 11 kilometres (6.8 mi) north of Mount Abu, a hill station in Rajasthan, India. The fort was originally built by the Paramara dynasty rulers and later reconstructed, renovated and nam…
Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
7 km from Mount Abu centre
Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the Aravalli Range, one of the oldest mountain ranges in India. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1980. The eco-sensitive zone around the sanctuary was notified on 11 N…
Guru Shikhar
9.4 km from Mount Abu centre
Guru Shikhar, a peak in the Arbuda Mountains of Sirohi district in Rajasthan, is the highest point of the Aravalli Range, Rajasthan, and Western India. It rises to an elevation of 1,722 metres (5,650 ft). It is 75 km …
Stay & food in Mount Abu
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Nakki lodge
Nakki lodge, Main Market, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.1 km away
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Moolchand
Moolchand, Main Market, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.1 km away
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Mount Winds
Mount Winds, Main Market, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.2 km away
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Shri Ganesh Hotel
Shri Ganesh Hotel, MDR60, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.2 km away
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Hotel Ashoka Mount Abu
Hotel Ashoka Mount Abu, MDR60, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.3 km away
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Hotel Jaipur House
Hotel Jaipur House, Path to Toad rock, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.3 km away
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Food
Honest King's Fast Food
Honest King's Fast Food, Main Market, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.0 km away
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Domino's Pizza
Domino's Pizza, Main Market, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.1 km away
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Pizza Crust
Pizza Crust, Main Market, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.1 km away
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Baba cafeteria
Baba cafeteria, MDR60, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.2 km away
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Neelam non-veg
Neelam non-veg, MDR60, Mount Abu - 307500, Rajasthan, India
0.3 km away
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Frequently asked questions about Mount Abu
What is the best time to visit Mount Abu?
The best time to visit Mount Abu is October to March.
How many days do you need for Mount Abu?
Plan for about 2 days to see Mount Abu at an easy pace.
How do you reach Mount Abu?
Nearest airport: Udaipur ~185 km. Nearest railhead: Abu Road ~28 km. By road: Via Abu Road; a ghat road to Rajasthan's only hill station.
How much does a trip to Mount Abu cost?
A DIY trip to Mount Abu starts around ₹6,000-₹11,000 per person, depending on stays, travel and season.
Is Mount Abu good for first-time or solo travellers?
Yes - Mount Abu is a sensible pick for first-time DIY travellers and solo women travellers, if you plan the basics ahead.
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