Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is an extremely important spiritual journey to the sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar located in Tibet, China. It operates between June to September and the estimated cost ranges from around ₹ 2.09 lakh to ₹ 2.5 lakh per person. This huge peak, sacred to many religions and associated with ancient stories, holds many mysteries within itself, which are waiting to be solved.
Today we are going to tell you about some interesting secrets related to Mount Kailash.
Mount Kailash, situated in the Himalayas, is a mountain with many names, which is known for its spiritual importance in different cultures. In Sanskrit it is called “Kailash”, which is probably derived from the word “Kelas”, meaning “crystal”. In Tibetan it is called “Gung Rinpoche”, which means “precious gem of ice”. Hindus consider it to be the abode of Lord Shiva. Locally it is called “Tese Mountains”, which is the source of several famous rivers. Due to so many names and beliefs, Mount Kailash remains an interesting mystery.
is the abode of Lord Shiva
Mount Kailash holds a special significance in the spiritual tradition of Hinduism as the sacred abode of Lord Shiva. According to ancient Hindu beliefs, Lord Shiva always meditates here and his holy presence surrounds these sacred peaks with his yogic power. He resides here with his divine family – his wife Goddess Parvati and his two beloved sons, Ganesha and Kartikeya. A great devotee of Lord Shiva, the sacred Nandi bull also has a place here. This mountain surrounded by mysteries inspires devotees to set out on a spiritual journey.
Mount Kailash is a link between earth and heaven
Mount Kailash stands proudly amidst the high Himalayas, with four faces facing the four cardinal directions. In the beliefs of Hinduism, Buddhism and Jainism, this mountain is considered a divine link between earth and heaven and a gateway to God. According to the stories, Pandavas and Draupadi made a spiritual journey here in search of Moksha i.e. ultimate liberation. While they were climbing these sacred slopes, it is said that one of them attained liberation even before reaching the summit. Mount Kailash, a veritable bridge between earth and heaven, constantly beckons spiritual seekers and invites them to explore the mysterious connection between our world and the divine realms above.
Mount Kailash, located in the Himalayas, in the remote south-west of Tibet, holds an amazing secret – according to NASA scientists, there is a face resembling Lord Shiva. The sacred circumambulation journey of Mount Kailash starts from Yamdwar, from where the southern face of Kailash is visible, and then it moves towards Dirapuk for the northern face. With every step, the mountain shows its new forms first from south to west and finally towards the north face. As the trekkers proceed further, the shape of the mountain changes and its western face is revealed, where a huge shape resembling a human face is visible. Devotees of Lord Shiva, called ‘Bhole Bhakta’, consider it to be the face of Lord Shiva.
The snow layer of Mount Kailash never melts
One of the most mysterious things about Mount Kailash is its snow cover, which never melts. Despite being in an area where temperatures can be extremely high or low, the top of this sacred peak is always covered with pure white snow. This phenomenon has attracted the attention of pilgrims and explorers for centuries, adding to the mystique of the mountain and its spiritual significance. Whether it is attributed to natural causes or considered a symbol of purity, the eternal snow cover of Mount Kailash remains a symbol of unwavering purity and spiritual energy in the heart of the Himalayas.
Swastika and Om mountain marks on Mount Kailash at sunset
When the sun sets behind Mount Kailash, a wonderful sight appears. The reflection of the mountain against the backdrop of the evening sky creates special marks with spiritual significance. One of these is Swastika which is a sacred symbol of Hindus and is an indicator of auspiciousness and welfare. The second is Om Parvat which is a mystery in itself; Here the snow falling on the peak miraculously takes the shape of the sacred ‘Om’ symbol. These phenomena add to the mystery of Mount Kailash, and attract people who want to witness the divine symbols that appear on this sacred mountain during the mesmerizing moments of sunset.