Fully Entertainment Place Near to Ahmedabad is Mount ABU & Ambaji

Mount Abu - The Mythological Beauty
Mount Abu situated at a average height of 1,219 mtr's above sea level is the oasis in the deserted land of Rajasthan and posses the honor of being the only hill-station in Rajasthan as well as north-west India, The world famous tourist destination is known for its Delwara Jain temples and natural beauty world over, situated amidst lush green forested hills on the highest peak in the Aravali range is also the summer capital for the Indian state of Rajasthan, home to lakes, waterfalls and green forests, the hill retreat, has a very cool and soothing climate thanks to its rich flora covering the entire hillside that includes coniferous trees and flowering shrubs. Mount Abu with its word-class tourist facilities with hotels ranging from budget class to three star and heritage provides a great holiday escape and honeymoon attraction. Every year more then three million national and international tourists visit mount abu enjoying its scenic beauty, rich flora & fauna as well as the marble art of delwara jain temples. Mount Abu is declared closed area since 1965. Although, complete area of 328 sq. km. of Abu Hills is declared protected but officially 112.98 sq. km. is under unnotified sanctuary area (Anon., 2003). In shape, Mt. Abu Wildlife Sanctuary is long and narrow but the top spreads out into a picturesque plateau, which is about 19 km in length and 5-8 km in breadth. Once home to the meditating rishi and munis, the legend has it that Mount Abu is home to 33 crore Gods and Goddess. According to the legend the name Abu means son of Himalayas (or Ar-Booda, "the hill of wisdom"), deriving its name from Arbuada - the powerful serpent, which rescued Nandi the sacred bull of Lord Shiva. Mount Abu has been home, to many rishis and munis (sages and saints), including the famous Rishi Vashishtha, who is believed to have created four Agnikul Rajput clans, from a fire- pit, by performing a yagna or fire sacrifice, to protect the earth from the demons.
In historic times, Mount Abu was leased by the The East-India Company (British empire) from the Maharajah of Sirohi, Mount Abu was used as the headquarters for the resident of Rajputana until 1947, and as a sanatorium for troops.
How To Reach Mount Abu

Mount Abu is a well known hill-station in Rajasthan state of western India, located in Sirohi district, The mountain forms a distinct rocky plateau 22 km long by 9 km wide. Being a popular holiday destination the place is well connected to rest of the country.
To reach Mount Abu by Rail: Abu Road is the nearest railway station just 28 KM from the main city, Which is very well connected by rail routes to New Delhi, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, and Mumbai. From Abu Road you can opt for state transport service (usually every hour) or Taxis on both sharing and private basis. To book car/taxi in advance visit here. To reach Mount Abu by Air: The nearest airport is Udaipur at a distance of 185 km, But Ahmedabad is having better connectivity and daily flights with other parts of the country and is just 221 KM from Mount Abu, from Ahmedabad or Udaipur you can book Taxi in advance. To reach Mount Abu by Road: Mount Abu is well connected by road with major cities of the country, nearest national highway no. 14 is just 24 KM's.

Major Tourist Spots
Dilwara Jain Temple
Nakki Lake
Sunset Point
AchalGarh
GuruShikhar
Adhar Devi
Trevor's Crocodile Park
Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
Gaumukh

AMBAJI TEMPLE NEAR MOUNT ABU.


About the temple

MAA AMBAJI
Gabbar Hill

At a distance of 65 Kms from Palanpur and 45 Kms from Mt. Abu near Gujarat Rajasthan border the religious town of Ambaji is located. This town is famous for the Maa Ambaji temple, one of the richest and holiest temple in Gujarat attracting lakhs of pilgrims from Gujarat and neighbouring Rajasthan every year. The original seat of Ambaji Mata is on Gabbar Hilltop, which is 3 Kms away from Ambaji town. Ambaji Mata temple is one of the 51 shakti peeths where it is believed the heart of Goddess Parvati fell.
Ambaji Mata temple at Gabbar is very ancient, origin of which is lost in antiquity. It is believed that Goddess Amba was one of the deities of Pre-Aryan race, which Aryans absorbed in their pantheon. On the Gabbar Hill the footsteps of Goddess are imprinted. The imprint of Her chariot is also found here. It is believed that the tonsure ceremony of Lord Krishna also took place here. Ambaji temple has a golden yantra made jointly with the yantra of Nepal Shaktipeeth at Ujjain. There are 51 shlokas on the yantra.
Lakhs of devotees visit the temple every year especially on Purnima days culminating into a large mela on Bhadarvi Purnima. Goddess Ambaji Mata has been fulfilling wishes of her devotees for thousands of years.




Maa Ambaji

MAA AMBAJI
Maa Ambaji Udankhatola at Gabbar Hill is operational since Sepemeber, 1998. The level difference the upper and lower stations is about 140 mts. Pilgrims by can reach the hill top in about 3 mins. whereas the other mode of climbing by foot takes about 45 mins. covering a steep winding path. This is a boon to the visiting pilgrims, old, infirm, children etc. to have a quick, safe and comfortable journey for the darshan of the Goddess Ambaji.
Timings of Udankhatola8.30 am to 5.30 pm AMENITIES
Landscaped Garden
Sitting & Resting Area
Toilets
Drinking Water
Music System
Vehicle Parking
SCHEMES
Tkt Type
Fare
Details
Single
Rs. 75
One to & fro journey per person on Ambaji
Students
Rs.525
One to & fro journey for a group of 8 students on all days
Concession
Rs. 45
For physically and visually handicapped persons and war widows.
Annual Pass
Rs. 540
journey once in a month valid for 12 months.
Free Rides for
Children below 110 cm height

For more information and advance block bookings of tickets, contact:Resident Manager,Maa Ambaji ,Gabbar Hills, Ambaji, Gujarat. Phone: 02749-264520Fax: 02749-262726Email: ambadevi@ushabreco.com


How to reach Ambaji
Distances :From Ahmedabad – 180 Kms.From Abu Road station – 20 Kms.From Mt. Abu – 45 Kms.From Delhi – 700 Kms.From Palanpur – 65 Kms.From Himmat Nagar – 110 Kms.
Nearest Station : Abu Road
From
Train No.
Delhi
2957, 2916
Nearest Airport – Ahmedabad
From
Flight No.
Delhi
IC 613
Bombay
9W 323
Where To Stay In Ambaji
Hotel Akash Ganga Phone : 02749-262764
Balaram Resort Phone : 02742-84278
Local Transportation in Ambaji
Taxi , Jeeps, Auto Rickshaw
Other Places to visit in Ambaji
Goddess Amba temple in Ambaji town, Koteshwar temple, Maa Kamakshi temple
Important Festivals in 2003
Budh Poornima - 16 May.'2003
Navratri - 26 Sept' 2003 to 4 Oct.'2003
Diwali - 25 October'2003
Tours and Travels
Vidhi Travels, Ahmedabad Phone : 079-6563065
Other Information at Ambaji
Police Station(Ambaji)Phone : 62148
Hospital(Ambaji)Phone : 62155


Important Festivals in 2007
Makar Sankranti : 14 January' 2007
Republic Day: 26 January' 2007
Maha Shivratri: 16 February' 2007
Chatra Navratra: 19 March ' 2007 to 27 March' 2007
Mahavir Jayanti : 31 March 2007
Guru Purnima : 29 July 2007
Independence Day: 15 August' 2007
Rakshabandhan : 28 August 2007
Krishna Janmashtami: 4 September ' 2007
Bhadravi Poornima : 26 September 2007
Sharad Navratra: 25 October' 2007
Diwali : 09 November' 2007
Gujarati New Year: 10 November' 2007
Kartik Poornima: 24 November' 2007
Nearby Cities / Places of Importance
Mount Abu - 45 KmsThe hill resort of Mount Abu on Aravallis is magnificent land of sages and seers. The major attractions are Nakki Lake, 1000 years old Dilwara Jain temples, Head Quarters of Brahmkumaris Foundation etc.
Ahmedabad - 180 KmsAhmedabad, once associated with Mahatma Gandhi, is renowned as a great textile and commercial centre. The major attractions are Jama Masjid, Kankaria Lake, the Shaking Minarets, Rani Rupwati Masjid etc.
Palanpur - 65 KmsPalanpur is a former princely state ruled by Nawabs. The major attractions are palaces of the Nawab, Balram Mahadev temple etc.