With the beginning of spring season, Mount Abu was blossoming in all its glory. The first thing I did on reaching the one and only hill station in the desert was search a comfortable and cozy accommodation. I chose the accommodation at Hotel Lake Palace. It offered all the amenities that a modern day traveller looks for. Apart from this, the hotel was located on the famous Mall Road which was yet another reason to choose this very accommodation. I dumped my bags in my room and went for a wander outside. To satiate my hunger pangs, I entered Arbuda Restaurant again on Mall Road. I had delicious pav bhaji followed by a glass of lassi. Then, I basked in the sun and the glorious weather.
Later in the day, I decided to visit the far-famed Dilwara Temples. Carved out in the most exquisite marble in the world, the architecture of this popular Jain pilgrimage was extraordinary. Details of the carvings on the pillars and ceilings were heart-touchingly beautiful. It seemed to me an unbelievable creation of the human hands. The luminous marble shimmering in the dappling sun was a sight to behold.
Beauty bestows itself in an exceptional form in Mount Abu. And there were innumerable points wherefrom one could appreciate the natural beauty and watch the breathtaking sunsets. I decided to catch glimpse of the setting sun from the Sunset Point. The crowd that gathered here for a view of the spectacular sunset was large. Small colourful shops and souvenir sellers added to the carnival like environ. It was the most romantic sight I had ever seen. How beautifully red flirted with indigo before fusing in the horizon. I enjoyed every bit of it. Then, I relaxed for the day.
I woke up late next morning. After having lunch at the hotel, I was was ready to hop over to Nakki Lake, the flirtatious lake at the heart of Mount Abu. The aura of the place took away with it all my stress. I spent the evening roaming around the lake. I enjoyed thoroughly the cool breeze blowing across my face. Boating here was great fun. Spent an hour cruising in the middle of the pristine waters in the lake. The water gushing from the jet fountain amidst the lake was a delight.
I stepped onto the Mall Road now. Picked up some fabrics and a small bell, had Gujrati thali at Kanak Dining Hall and then I retired for the night.
