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MAJOR ATTRACTIONS:
Dilwara Temple it consists of five elegantly carved Jain Temple made of white marble. These temples date back to the time immemorial and are dedicated to Jain Teerthankaras. Nakki Talav This sparkling blue artificial lake is the nerve center of Mount Abu. It is said to have gauged from the earth by the gods, using their fingernails. View Points Mount Abu has countless points that offer magnificent views across the plains. The best among them include Honeymoon Point and Sunset Point.

HOW TO REACH MOUNT ABU:
The city is very well connected through all networks. By Air: Udaipur (185 km) is the nearest airport. Taxis and buses are available to reach Mount Abu. By Rail : Abu Road (29 km) is the nearest railhead linked with Ahmedabad, Delhi, Jaipur and Jodhpur. By Road : Abu is well connected with Udaipur (185 km), Ahmedabad (221 km) and Jodhpur (326 km).

WHERE TO STAY IN MOUNT ABU:
The place offers excellent facilities ranging from modest budget hotels and guest houses to luxurious 5 star hotels. Accommodation is generally available. However it is preferable to do an advance booking during seasons lasting from mid March to June and September to December. Do not forget to take woolens during winter which is very chilly and cottons during summers.

SPECAILTIES OF THE PLACE:
Mount Abu is not only a holiday retreat but an experience in itself, which would make you like the place immensely. Sprint seasons is the most ideal for visiting the place as the city comes alive with various festivities that are sure to leave you spellbound.

The place with its rich cultural heritage, breath taking heights, beautiful waterfalls, luxurious lush green carpets, exotic flora and fauna is a paradise for honey mooners and tourists. It is among the wettest places on earth.

PLACES of INTEREST:
Shillong- The capital city of Meghalaya with an unparallel and beautiful climate has plenty of attractions such as Cathedral of Mary Help of Christians and Grotto Church, The All Saints Church, State Central Library, Umiam - Where a lake was formed after a hydro-electric was built   across a stream, Ward’s Lake, The Botanical Garden, Gleneagles(Golf Course). Cherrapunjii- One of the wettest places in the world with very heavy rainfall. Nohsngithiang Falls (in Mawsynram) The town is also famous for its limestone caves and orange honey. It also has the oldest Presbyterian Church. Nartiang Its greatest attraction is to be found off the small road that runs amid forest, streams and hills in a quiet and shaded glen. Thadlaskein- A pristine clean and clear lake is a popular picnic spot. Jakrem- A popular health resort having hot springs of sulphur water, believed to have curative medicinal properties. Dawki A border town, 96 kms. from Shillong gives you a glimpse of Bangladesh.

CLIMATE:
The place is pleasant during summer which is from March to June. During rains (from july to September, the place is heavily rewarded with rains. Winter(October to February) - Chilly to Cold. Clothing: Summer - Tropical with light woollens are ideal and during Chilly days and Winter – Heavy Woolens are required.

HOW TO REACH MEGHALAYA:
Air: The state does not have any airport. The nearest airport is at Guwahati, which is only 128kms from Shillong the capital city of Meghalaya. A helicopter service operates between Guwahati, Shillong (30 min) and Tura (60 min), which is convenient and economical. Road Network in the state is quite efficient and covers the state conveniently. National Highway 40 runs through the state. The road connects Shillong with Guwahati, which in turn is connected to other major cities in rest of the country. Train: The state does not have any train service. The nearest railway station is Guwahati.

SPECIALTIES OF THE PLACE:
In the entire far-flung northeast India, Meghalaya with all its virgin beauty is still the most untapped potential. Breathtaking waterfalls, pristine caves, crystal clear and clean lakes, thick and lush green forests with exotic flowers and plants are a treat to watch in this beautiful place. The place with a large number of options to stay at is a tourist delight and honey mooners paradise.

SIGHTSEEING AT MAHABALESHWAR:
The place abounds in a number of sigh seeing points which honey mooners and tourists can visit. It is advisable to have your own vehicle/ hire a local cab to see alt these points in their full glory. Wilson Point- Also called as Sunrise point offers breathtaking view of sunrise. Connaught peak which is the second highest point presents panoramic view of lush green scenery.

Elphiston point:
which is the first point of the place offers beautiful view of two valleys, koyna on the left & savitri on the right. Arthur’s Seat which is the queen of all points offers wonderful view of deep waters of the dhom dam. There is also an echo point. Northcote Point, Falkland Point, Carnac Point, Fitzgerald Point, Bombay Point, Ludwick Point & Boars Head, Panchgani Point, Helen’s Point, Rosamond Rock are the other points which can be seen and enjoyed. Water Falls Chinamans, Lingmala & Dhobi waterfalls flow in abundance during the rainy season and are a treat to watch.

WHERE TO STAY:
Mahabaleshwar is a tourist delight in terms of choices available for tourists and honey mooners. Accommodation of all types from luxury resorts and hotels to modest guest houses are available. During seasons, it is advisable to do a advanced booking in view of great rush.

SPECIALTIES OF MAHABALESHWAR:
An evergreen vast plateau with long beautiful and well built roads, horse rides, amazing water falls, rivers, ancient temple amidst lust green forest. fruits like strawberries, raspberries, boating in Venna lake. Everything is so nice and beautiful about this place that just by being at this wonderfully endowed place leaves you spell bound and with a heart warming desire to come back again.