Peepli Poonam Fair Mount Abu 18 May 2019

The Annual congregation on Peepli Poonam of Gracias to pay obeisance to their departed souls.

The Unique Blue Full Moon

Gracias arriving in waves

The tribal womenfolk 

At the lake

Thousands of Gracias (Tribal ) from Rajasthan come to Nakki Lake for Buddha Purnima. Their zest for fun and frolic is out of this world. View the vibrant traditional attire of these tribal folks and experience their joyful singing. This annual meeting is something akin to the Maha Kumbh festival. Today, Abu will witness the colourful gaiety of these fun-loving folks. Tomorrow they will be gone and they will leave the Abode of the gods with fond memories of this place. Abuites will again look forward to their gathering on the Flower full moon next year.

Impact of post Monsoon on Mount Abu. [ 20/09/2018 ]

 Down to earth for Abuites.

Took this snap while driving down Abu Road with Harry & Mohan

Plummy with its mantle of green.

The fading sun smiling on thee,

The monsoons have retreated,

The fruit trees are preparing,

Hope for the fauna

To survive the onslaught of the coming,

SUMMER.

As the monsoons in Abu conclude by the end of September, with only an occasional shower lingering into early October, we must prepare for what comes next. The Rajasthan Government, along with local authorities, must develop a comprehensive action plan for effective water resource management. 

Abu needs to address the ongoing water mismanagement and repairing the leaks in our existing reservoirs. Construing new dams is essential to meet the demands of our growing population. The concerned citizens of Abu have put forth countless proposals and recommendations, only to be met with the government’s slow response. It’s high time that we, the residents of Abu, take a stand and push the authorities to pay serious attention to the challenges we face.

I’ve heard through the grapevine that our household water supply will soon resume, but with significant restrictions. We may receive water every three days, and if the situation worsens, this could extend to every four days.

This is a heartfelt appeal to both tourists and fellow Abuites: Please take care not to dispose of garbage or waste into our precious Nakki Lake—it is our lifeline. During the summer months, especially in times of drought, the water from Nakki Lake sustains our homes. Let’s work together to protect this invaluable resource for the sake of our community’s future.. 

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Nakki Lake

Ducks in Nakki Lake an update Mount Abu

Ducks in Nakki Lake

Ducks introduced into Nakki 

Three little ducks swimming in the lake,

Murky, stagnation, green and a depressing state,

For the Abuites, whose lifeline is being severed?

By the ever-flowing tourists who dump there

Garbage into the lake in discarded fashion.

Giving two hoots, as no one is there to boot

Their buts and tell them, Hey are you nuts

It's our drinking water in times of disaster.

Photographs in today's post kind favour Harry.

Newly acquired tourist attraction by Mount Abu Municipality 

Sad state of affairs Filth and garbage in and around the lake

Mount Abu a humble one-horse town has suddenly over the last decade boomed into a huge tourist-seeking hub. From a mere handful of hotels over 15 years ago, it now has over 300 hotels, guesthouses, lodges and umpteen new eateries. The number of tourists is growing by leaps and bounds every year; this has brought with its woes increasing pollution, massive traffic, and water problems. The water crisis in Mount Abu may well become a catastrophe in the near future. 

Civic amenities need to be more robust, to deal with this huge influx of tourists throughout the year. Sewage systems in some parts have broken down and the roads have become unbearable. 

The upper Khodra dam being almost inoperable and our sole dependence on the lower Khodra dam has put this small hill station at grave risk. In the summer and in times of shortage, Abu depends on the GREEN Lake's water. This contaminated water, even if passed through the filter house, does say a lot. YIKES!! Wake up Abuites and protect the environs of the lake.

If anyone has anything to say or suggests, let's hear your opinion. Post your comments at the bottom of this blog.

Harry took pictures yesterday of the lake. Per kind of favour Harry.

Waiting for the monsoon rain to clear the scum

A Boon or a Bane for the hill station Mount Abu? 

 The neglected lake, once beloved by visitors, poets, and couples, no longer has its picturesque charm. Its state has had no effect on the local Abuites and the local authorities. Mount Abu may face a high cost if residents don't show support and respect for our ailing lake. an URGENT need to salvage this magnificent lake. Some permanent solutions need to be implemented and harsh punishments imposed on anyone who pollutes the environs of this place. 

A Blast From the Past Mount Abu.

A Blast From the Past Mount Abu.

I hadn’t been to the Flickr website for a very long time. Today when I saw the site; it was nostalgic, to say the least. Those were the days when I used my Stony Point and shoot cameras. I’ve downloaded a few pictures to share on my blog. Flickr is a wonderful site to share your photos and your thoughts, to see the rest of my amateur photographs, head over to…Flicker

Mount Abu

Charisma infinite! That is only what Abu is. Abu is a place with infinite charisma, full of myths, astonishing topography, and a magnificent mythical and factual history. The sages who resided here aeons ago sealed its mysteries. Researchers, writers and present-day sages are still searching for the elusive answer as to the accurate history of Abu’s glorious past. Legend has it that the Gods charmingly carved out 'The Famous Nakki Lake' midst of hills using their nails. It’s one of Abu’s chief lifelines, it provides leisure for the thousands of tourists who visit this calm lake. In times of water scarcity, it is the lifeline of the local populace.

Plummy enlightened

I illuminate my face for the world to see.

I’m Plummy from Abu smiling on Thee,

Climb to my pinnacle and feel free,

Birds of Paradise reside in me.

Setting sun

20th June 2007 the sun at its maximum Northward journey in the Northern Hemisphere is captured in this picturesque scenery from Honey Moon point. It’s a dazzling place with lovely scenic scenes. A genuine lover’s paradise. If you ever drop into Abu, this is one place to visit, especially when the sun is setting.

Fading sunset Abu

The fading sunset filled the sky with hue. My heart was racing thinking of you,

The times we had spent together came crashing through,

Although I’m no poet, I cannot forget you. So Love come to Abu,

I’m waiting for you.

The Lonely Toad Rocks

Weathering all seasons, pining for a dip in the sweltering sun, this toad, the overseer of the majestic Nakki Lake, is another legendary tourist attraction of Abu.

PLUMMY 'The Hill That Launched A Thousand Legs"

If one has passed out of St. Mary’s High School on Mount Abu and never climbed to the peak of this mammoth, he has lost the thrill of a lifetime. To all Ex-students who never made it there, there’s still time to get those creaking legs of yours and head up the hill.

The Golden Horn

The Golden Horn mountaineers challenge and delight. To conquer or not to conquer? That’s the challenge posed by this Horn. One false step and one could end up dangling down a sheer cliff face, looking into a valley of certain death.

Tourists should take a guide along with them.

The Achalgarh Fort

The Achaleswar Mahadev Temple lies within the remarkable Fort of Achalgarh. Legend has it that it was created by Lord Shiva when he placed his feet to stop an earthquake.

It’s a temple that has been standing for more than 2,500 years, and it is the only place on earth where people worship the toe of Lord Shiva.

Flight to Freedom

Freedom is my birthright. Come on mates, join me on my flight.

We gotta make an impression on this world and show them what is right.

This mail I received today wanna gives it its right to keep it alive by clicking on this link to the right

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Abu’s Stonehenge

This isn’t the Stonehenge as seen in England. These pillars, erected at this vantage point overlooking Trevor's tank, serve to protect careless tourists from flying into space, especially those enthusiastic ones who have had one too many after a day's picnic by the tank.

The rising Surya

Every morning I awaken to greet the rising sun. Some days it's bright and sunny beckoning me to have some fun. On other days, it’s gloomy and grey and question why I do not pray.