Archaeological Museum

Introduction:

Though there are many places to visit in Mount Abu, the Archaeological Museum, Mount Abu is a site that would enchant even those not inclined towards art and history. This museum remains open from10.00 A.M. to 4.30 P.M. However, the doors of Mount Abu Archaeological Museum remains closed on Friday and gazetted holidays.
History:

This museum was built in the year 1962 within the Raj Bhawan's premises in order to preserve the archaeological assets of this area.
Description:

Mount Abu Archaeological Museum boasts of more than a few archaeological excavations that dates back to 8th-12th century A.D. Visitors can also view brass works and Jain bronze carvings in this museum. Archaeological Museum in Mount Abu has a fine set of art and artifacts apart from some historic objects related to this region.
The prominent collection of this archaeological museum is the delicately carved out statues of Nartakis (Dancer) or Devdasi. These statues were erected between 6th century AD and 12th century AD. These magnificent sculptures were procured from an ancient township named Chandravati, located 7 kms from Mount Abu. The image of Chakrabahu Shiva is also a big draw at Archaeological Museum, Mount Abu. In this image, Lord Shiva carries a 'trishul' (trident) in one hand while a 'khadag' dangles from his other hand. Seated on Nandi, the bull, Lord Shiva has dancing girls on each of his sides.
There are two sections in Mount Abu Archaeological Museum. The first section plays host to musical instruments, weapons, ladies ornaments such as 'barly', 'guthma toda', 'damani', 'karna', 'kanksi berla' and 'gaga wala thoomar'.Several other types of earrings and garments are also on display at this section.
The second section of Mount Abu Archaeological Museum hosts a series of miniature paintings. These paintings are based on a variety of themes like lain images from Sirohi, raga-raginis, a small canon named 'Topdi', medium sized shields etc. In this section, you will also find some beautiful carvings on local wood.

Brahma Kumaris Spiritual University And Museum

Om Shanti Bhawan- Brahma Kumaris Foundation Hall Head Quarters

Brahma Kumaris Park

Introduction:

Mount Abu Brahma Kumaris Spiritual University and Museum teaches the equality amongst all religions. These teachings strengthen the fact that whatever be your form of respect, each path would lead you to the supreme power and not elsewhere. The University preaches peace using spiritual knowledge, yoga and meditation as its tool. Having more than 4500 branches, this University has its headquarters at Mount Abu. You would find the Brahma Kumaris, clad in white, at this place.
History:

In the month of April, 1950, the Brahma Kumaris shifted base and moved to Mount Abu. It was from here that the vigorous internationalization program began that involved several types of proselyting activity, popularizing the teachings and establishing centers across India that would have female teachers at the helm.
Description:

The university’s stated objective is the establishment of universal peace. The methods adopted for this purpose are sessions imparting spiritual knowledge as well as training of raja yoga meditation. There are many branches of the Brahma Kumaris in and around the world. If you wish to do a residential course at this university, you should contact this university’s local branch that’s closest to you. You can, however, even attend an introductory course (that comprise of seven lessons) during your Mount Abu Tour. You would need to spend just three days at the minimum. There’s no charge for this course as the organization is totally supported by donations. There is a museum too in Mount Abu that offers meditation session, thereby outlining the university’ teachings. The entry to this museum is free for all.