Mount Abu's past is as hoary as that of the rest of Rajasthan. It was here, according to legend, that a huge yagna was conducted by Sage Vashishta, who created the four agnikuls the fire-born Rajput dynasties. The rest of the clans were said to have descended from the Sun and the Moon. The descendants of many of the princely kingdoms that governed these Rajput clans built themselves summer palaces in Mount Abu, the coolest spot in overheated Rajasthan. Dozens followed their lead, and Mount Abu today hosts not just royalty on summer weekends, but also Rajasthan's work-weary urbanites. It's also top choice for many starry-eyed honeymooners. Perhaps that has something to do with the lake at the heart of town, or the many points along the Aravalli ridge from which you can hold hands and watch the sunset.