Mount Abu Summer Festival

Mount Abu is a unique place in Rajasthan due to its geographical conditions. It is the only hill station in Rajasthan.

It hosts one of the best summer festivals in India every year. This two to three-day festival is celebrated by the Buddha and the Hindu community.

Mount Abu summer festival is an event where local tribes and cultures are celebrated. With cultural programs and exotic locations, it provides an experience of a lifetime to the visitors.

Mount Abu Summer Festival Dates

It is celebrated every year on the occasion of Budhha Purnima, the full moon of Vaishakh month according to the Vikram Samvat. It adds religious colors to the festival.

The timings of the celebration of Mount Abu Summer Festival 2022: 17th and 18th May

History of Mount Abu Summer Festival

Mount Abu is full of mythological stories. It is said that on the occasion of the full moon of Vaishakh month, 330 million gods used to come to this hill to perform yajna for the prosperity of the world.

Things to do at Summer Festival Mount Abu

Ballad Singing

Folk deities and songs based on their lives are performed in this event by the locals and tribal areas of Mount Abu. It has many performances from big names in folk music.

Folk Dance Programs

Ghoomar is one of the most popular dances in Rajasthan. Locals and tribals perform this dance in this event. Gair and Dhap are also performed for entertaining the visitors.

Boat Racing

Nakki lake is the center of attraction in this event. Locals participate in this event and race in the lake. It is hosted on the second day of the festival.

CRPF Band Show

This entertaining performance is given by the CRPF. It is one of the most celebrated events in this summer festival in Rajasthan.

Food in Mount Abu

Many stalls are there for serving the taste of Rajasthan with the best street food. One can find delicious food near Nakki lake.

Various Competitive Events

There are various events in the festival that add to the festival—many competitive games like tug of war, horse race, skating competition,  Panihari Matka race, etc.

Qawwali Night

Tribal music from tribes is also followed by the Qawwali night from the artists from all over Rajasthan. The sky is full of firecrackers at the end of the night to announce it over.

Places to Visit in Mount Abu

There are plenty of places in Mount Abu, which can be visited if one is there for the festival. Here are some of the places which are very amazing and must watch if you are visiting Mount Abu:

  • Dilwara Jain Temple
  • Nakki Lake
  • Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Achalgarh Fort
  • Arbuda Devi Temple
  • Toad Rock
  • Sunset Point
  • Honeymoon Point
  • Guru Shikhar
  • Trevor’s Tank
  • Shri Raghunath Temple

There are also several other temples and caves to visit in Mount Abu. You will enjoy your stay and festival in Mount Abu in the summer even if you have been there in the past or it is your first time on this hill station.

Book a Cab With Royal Rajasthan

You will get the complete entertainment package at this festival in Rajasthan. You should visit the hill station during this festival in summer to get to know about its cultural and religious importance. 
You can book outstation cab services in Jodhpur and enjoy your trip to Mount Abu to witness and enjoy one of the best festivals celebrated in the summer season across the country.

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