Arbuda Mountains

Arbuda Mountains

Arbuda Mountains as seen from Guru Shikhar, the highest point of the Aravalli Range.
Highest point
Peak Guru Shikhar (Rajasthan)
Elevation 1,722 m (5,650 ft)
Coordinates 24°39′55″N 72°46′55″E / 24.66528°N 72.78194°E / 24.66528; 72.78194
Dimensions
Length 30 km (19 mi)
Geography
Arbuda Mountains

The general location of the Arbuda Mountains.

Country India
Geology
Age of rock Precambrian

Arbuda Mountains is a mountain range described in the epic Mahabharata. It is identified to be the Mount Abu in southern Rajasthan, India. This mountain is mentioned in the travels of Arjuna during his twelve-year pilgrimage.[1]

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