Guru Shikhar
गुरु शिखर
The highest peak of the Aravalli Range, at about 1,722 metres. A temple to Dattatreya and an ancient bell stand on the summit, which offers sweeping views over the mountains.
Guru Shikhar lies about 15 km northeast of Mount Abu town. You can drive to a car park at the foot of the peak, then climb roughly 300 steps to the top. The summit has a small temple dedicated to Dattatreya and an ancient bell, with an observatory beside them. On clear days the views are wide, and you can look out over mountain villages in the distance. Weekends are busy, and the mountain roads have sharp bends, so hiring a car is recommended. The peak is often combined in a day trip with Achalgarh and Peace Park. Entry is free. In winter the summit is windy, so bring extra layers.
Opening hours
Daytime only, approx. 07:00–18:00
Nearby sights
- Peace Park
- Mount Abu Wildlife Sanctuary
- Achalgarh Fort & Achaleshwar Mahadev Temple
- Trevor's Tank
- Dilwara Temples
- Arbuda Devi (Adhar Devi) Temple
- Brahma Kumaris Om Shanti Bhawan
- Nakki Lake