Mount Kailash is the one of holiest mountains in the Himalayas. Located in Tibet province of China, the snow-capped rocky peak of Mt. Kailash or Kangri Rimpoche is believed to be a sacred place of the founders of Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Bonpo religion. Different religions attach different name, meaning, and purpose to holy Mount Kailash (6,714m/22,028 ft). Hindus and Buddhists all over the world worship this peak as the exact "Center of the Universe" whereas Jains believe that their first Saint obtained Liberation/Freedom meditating on the mountain. Hindus believe Mount Kailash/Kangri is the abode of supreme Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati. For a Hindu, the arduous pilgrimage to Kailash help one rid of all sins and attain salvation. Buddhists regard the pilgrimage to Mt. Kailash/Manasarovar as a pious deed to achieving enlightenment and spreading world peace. Vajrayana Buddhists in particular refer Mt. Kailash as Mount Meru, the home of Demchok, who represents supreme bliss.
Om Namah Shivay, meaning, I honour the divinity that resides within me.
Overview
- Destination: Tibet
- Departure: Kathmandu, Nepal
- Google Map Co-ordinates: 31.0675° N, 81.3119° E
- Highest Altitude: Dolma La Pass (5,630 m/18,471 ft)
- Nearest City (Airport): Bhuntar (Kullu)
- Nearest City (Railway Station): Joginder Nagar
- Duration: 11 – 13 Days
- Starting Dates: June – 5, 11, 17, 23, 29 | July – 5, 10, 17, 22, 28 | August – 3, 8, 14, 20, 26 | September – 1, 7, 13, 19.
- Months: June to September
- Level: Difficult due to high altitude
- Guide: Available
- Price: On request
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