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Pilgrims Ascend 365 Steps to View Arbuda Mata at Mount Abu’s Adhar Devi Temple
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 09:45 PM
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Devotees climb a 365‑step staircase to reach the Adhar Devi (Arbuda Mata) shrine, a distinctive religious spot in Rajasthan’s sole hill station, Mount Abu.
Mount Abu, the only hill station in Rajasthan, houses the Adhar Devi Temple, popularly known as the Arbuda Mata shrine. The temple is set within a natural cave and is accessed by a steep flight of 365 steps that pilgrims ascend as part of their devotion.
The climb is considered a ritual act, with visitors often stopping at various points to offer prayers before reaching the inner sanctum where the deity is enshrined. The temple’s unique geological formation and the surrounding pine‑covered landscape add to its appeal for both worshippers and tourists.
Local authorities maintain the staircase and surrounding pathways, ensuring safe passage for the steady stream of devotees who visit throughout the year, especially during regional festivals and auspicious days.
The site has become a symbol of the blend between spirituality and nature in the region, drawing attention from travelers seeking a blend of cultural heritage and scenic beauty.
Officials note that the temple’s popularity continues to grow, contributing to Mount Abu’s reputation as a pilgrimage destination beyond its well‑known tourist attractions.
The climb is considered a ritual act, with visitors often stopping at various points to offer prayers before reaching the inner sanctum where the deity is enshrined. The temple’s unique geological formation and the surrounding pine‑covered landscape add to its appeal for both worshippers and tourists.
Local authorities maintain the staircase and surrounding pathways, ensuring safe passage for the steady stream of devotees who visit throughout the year, especially during regional festivals and auspicious days.
The site has become a symbol of the blend between spirituality and nature in the region, drawing attention from travelers seeking a blend of cultural heritage and scenic beauty.
Officials note that the temple’s popularity continues to grow, contributing to Mount Abu’s reputation as a pilgrimage destination beyond its well‑known tourist attractions.