Guru Shikar, Mount Abu

Guru Shikar, Mount Abu

Guru Shikar, located in Mount Abu, Rajasthan, is the highest peak in the Aravalli Ranges, standing at a whopping elevation of 1722 meters. It is located at a distance of 15 kms from the main city. Adventurous tourists can trek from the base, to reach the topmost point. This slightly tiring activity will pay off when you see the mesmerizing view from the top. The serene and windy atmosphere is all you need to rejuvenate after a tiring time. The name Guru Shikar translates to ‘Peak of the Guru’, named after an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, Sage Dattatreya. Legend believes him to be an auspicious combination of Vishnu, Shiva and Brahma. A temple and his meditation cave stand here, in his honor. The temple was built in the early 14th century. The Mount Abu Observatory is built here, which is under the management of Physical Research Laboratory, and is famous for conducting research and experiments regarding astronomical findings. This makes it a frequented tourist destination and famous all over the country.

Interesting Facts and Trivia About Guru Shikar

• Guru Shikar is the highest peak of the Aravalli Ranges, which are the oldest mountain ranges in the world.
• There is a temple or worship place within any 5 kms of Mount Abu.
• The temple devoted to Dattatreya, has his foot prints, still as clear as the day.
• There is also a temple in memory of Ahilya, his mother, which stands nearby.
• The Mount Abu Observatory has a 1.2 m Infra red telescope. It is used to keep an eye on the adjoining borders.
• The brass bell, which hangs from the wooden roof of the temple, bears a 1411 AD inscription inside it.
• The former name of Mount Abu is Arbudanchal.

It is said that the mighty Rajput King, Prithvi Raj Chauhan, who was the last king of the Hindu lineage, visited and climbed this mountain for his wedding to the now called, Palanpur princess. She was the daughter of the chief and founder of Prahladanpur, and niece of the King Dharavarsh Parmar, ruler of Mount Abu. This historically significant and pilgrimage place is a beautiful creation of nature.

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