Guru Shikhar
Guru Shikhar
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Dr Vinod Gupta
Indore, India167 contributions
Dec 2020
Guru Shikhar is dedicated to Shri Dattatreya Guru. Dattatreya is considered to be an incarnation of Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva. You may visit Shri Dattatreya Temple at the top along with Dattatreya Paduka darshan.
Its 15 kms from Mount Abu & highest point of Aravali Range thus promising the breath-taking 360 view of Aravali mountains. Mount Abu Observatory is also situated nearby & visible from the top.
I happened to visit on Dattatreya Jayanti Purnima & its my birthday by Tithi.
Its 15 kms from Mount Abu & highest point of Aravali Range thus promising the breath-taking 360 view of Aravali mountains. Mount Abu Observatory is also situated nearby & visible from the top.
I happened to visit on Dattatreya Jayanti Purnima & its my birthday by Tithi.
Written January 13, 2021
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Harshshah1212
Godhra, India446 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Highest point of Mount Abu.
Lord Dattatray temple located at the top.
Nice view from top.
Amazingly, good shopping on the way. We even purchased canvas paintings from there.
Lord Dattatray temple located at the top.
Nice view from top.
Amazingly, good shopping on the way. We even purchased canvas paintings from there.
Written June 9, 2024
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hardik v
Ahmedabad District, India18 contributions
Sep 2024 • Family
Its around 45-50 minutes journey by road in car,Roads are in bad shape so it takes time,
Though it's worth riding on peak,
As long as you enter at base of gurushikhar there is space for parking,which is paid (charging as much as ₹100),you can go bit up and there park your vehicle,there are steps to climb further so one need to be fit,
Beautiful view from top ,datttray paduka temple is there ,it's worth going there.
Though it's worth riding on peak,
As long as you enter at base of gurushikhar there is space for parking,which is paid (charging as much as ₹100),you can go bit up and there park your vehicle,there are steps to climb further so one need to be fit,
Beautiful view from top ,datttray paduka temple is there ,it's worth going there.
Written September 24, 2024
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LAJPAT RAY CHANDNANI
Jaipur District, India33 contributions
Feb 2020
Gurushikhar is the highest points to reach up in Mount Abu. It has approx 300 stairs to climb. Midway is Lord Dattatreya's Meditation seat. Amazing serenity. The top point is also Lord Dattatreya seat. Stiars are steep n you need caution. If you are BP or heart patient or asthmatic avoid.
Otherwise lovely photo shoot point
Otherwise lovely photo shoot point
Written March 12, 2020
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Ankosh Lath
Mumbai, India133 contributions
Feb 2022
As it is said nothing can be earned unless you work hard for it. Same goes with the view of Guru Shikhar. As the name says, it is a Shikhar (Hindi word for mountain) ..
You have to climb stairs for 15 odd minute.... Yes 15 mins, and mind it the stairs of big (not a smaller ones we have in cities).
But once you reach the top, you are rewarded with its amazing views. Nice photo clicking opportunity. You will see uninterrupted views of Mt Abu, though barren. No greenery.
There is a temple of a Guru at the top (hindi word for teacher). Have the blessings and enjoy the views.
There are a lot of sitting areas in between, where you can break and rest. Food stalls are also there, and you can enjoy them once you are coming back.
Caution, if you are travelling with kids or senior citizens.
You have to climb stairs for 15 odd minute.... Yes 15 mins, and mind it the stairs of big (not a smaller ones we have in cities).
But once you reach the top, you are rewarded with its amazing views. Nice photo clicking opportunity. You will see uninterrupted views of Mt Abu, though barren. No greenery.
There is a temple of a Guru at the top (hindi word for teacher). Have the blessings and enjoy the views.
There are a lot of sitting areas in between, where you can break and rest. Food stalls are also there, and you can enjoy them once you are coming back.
Caution, if you are travelling with kids or senior citizens.
Written March 9, 2022
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minddotor
Margao, India100 contributions
Feb 2020
This Deity Datta Shrine needs strong knees to climb ! The elderly have the option of coolies carrying you in a 'jhoola'. What is most striking other than its spiritual value, is the vast panoramic scenery around you. Spend atleast an hour at the top. Reach before 4 pm.
Written February 22, 2020
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sganguly06
Kolkata (Calcutta), India69 contributions
Mar 2014 • Friends
Lovely place to be at,with serene atmosphere and the feeling of being at the top of the city.
Rugged mountains and slim rivers flow beneath forming a formidable backdrop with hardly any greenery to find. Only the Aravallis standing as guards to this sacred hill run endlessly in the nearby ditance. This place is the abode of God Shiva and the place boasts of a temple of Rishi Dattatreya,the person famous for preaching the Gods various sermons,as per Purana. Spent nearly 1 hr at the time of sunset and enjoyed the vastness and tranquility around.
Superb.
Rugged mountains and slim rivers flow beneath forming a formidable backdrop with hardly any greenery to find. Only the Aravallis standing as guards to this sacred hill run endlessly in the nearby ditance. This place is the abode of God Shiva and the place boasts of a temple of Rishi Dattatreya,the person famous for preaching the Gods various sermons,as per Purana. Spent nearly 1 hr at the time of sunset and enjoyed the vastness and tranquility around.
Superb.
Written April 3, 2014
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Shashin007
Ahmedabad, India10 contributions
Dec 2014 • Couples
Temple on top...It is 15 km from Mount Abu and a single track road from there leads almost to the top of the mountain. View of Mount abu and other Mountain is excellent....
Written April 1, 2015
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KALUkalu5678
Mumbai, India102 contributions
May 2014 • Friends
Legs quit but the beauty of Guru Shikhar naturally attracts us towards it and no one quits.....Baing at Guru Sikhar seems like an expedition....but the natural beauty there is unparalleled .... please dont miss it but do take care while going up........Dr Anil
Written April 24, 2015
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jeets1968
Aurangabad, India29 contributions
Apr 2014 • Family
It is a nice place! Being highest peak of Rajasthan it offers a great view of the landscape down below! The Shri Duttguru cave is nice and there is a huge bell at the top.
Nice restaurant for Beakfast/ lunch available at the base
Nice restaurant for Beakfast/ lunch available at the base
Written March 29, 2015
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Can i go with my car? What are entry fees for adults, car, camera??
Written February 14, 2020
You can take your car, parking is at the base of the sight and you have to climb the stairs.... there is not such fees for camera, car, etc. observed during our visit
Written February 17, 2020
What is preferred time to visit guru shikhar? Morning or evening? And what is closing time if we go in evening. And what is opening time in morning.
Written February 7, 2020
There are no specific time limit but it is not advisable to visit after dark, there no safety issues but still. Most suitable time to visit is to see sunrise. For sunrise from this place is awesome. Visiting any time during the day is ok.
Written February 10, 2020
I am staying near nakki lake, How much time would it take to visit guru shikhara and come back?
Thanks
Written December 22, 2018
I will take approx 2 to 3 hours if u are driving a 2 wheeler...
Written April 10, 2019
Yes, it is easy to go, in the morning beautiful atmosphere, no crowd ... But guru shikar worth to see. Nation border, desert area, research centre we can see from this point.
Written May 28, 2018
vinayacpl
Agra, India
Can we go to Guru Shikar By Auto Or any other sharing Vehical because we are only two person and Take a Full Taxi is Costly
Written July 22, 2017
If you mean auto as Rixa, no. There are no Rivas there. You can go by private car,bus or shred car/ jeeps which takes you on per passenger basis.
Written February 7, 2020
can guru shikar be accessed during rainy season. is there chances of slipping is it open and safe during 2nd week of july
Written July 9, 2017
It depends on the quantum of rain. Yes, it is little slippery but with little care can be visited during 2nd week of July
Written July 10, 2017
Is it possible to hike/trek all the way to the top from somewhere at the bottom? and if so, how long would it take? thanks.
Written March 2, 2017
its not very far hardly it will take 30 minutes less than this, stares as well...so u can easily reach...nothing like too much trekking
Written March 3, 2017
Is it good to go gurushikher via scooty with 3 years kid
Written February 10, 2017
you can but kindly take care while riding thro' sharp bends / turns
Written December 16, 2017
Can we go in car (Innova) or do we need a Jeep?
Thanks
Written January 23, 2017
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