Dates are available for Kailash Yatra-2015

Kailash Yatra is arranged by the Ministry of external affairs every year between May and September and the Yatra is for those who have a valid Indian passport. For the year 2015 the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2015 dates have come and if you want to visit this place, then you can make your bookings. It will commence on 4May if you want to travel by Helicopter, 5th may 7th may by Volvo bus service and end on mid of September.

The entire tour of Kailash Yatra is of 13 days by bus or jeep and the cost of this Yatra is 89,999 per person. The application form of Kailash Yatra can be taken from the website of the Ministry of External affairs.

Whoever wishes to go for this tour should stay fit as they will have to go to higher altitudes. The climatic conditions will remain cold, so the visitor should ensure that they have woolen clothes with them. Apart from this you also have to carry some of the accessories like Rain gears, pocket knife, moisturizer, binocular, unbreakable bottles, torch etc. Tour operators will also provide you things like oxygen, sleeping bags, kit bag drivers, cook, guide, tent for accommodation and map.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra concludes Now

The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, which began in June, concluded on Tuesday as the last and 18th batch of pilgrims left for New Delhi from Kathgodam in Uttarakhand.

"Before departing for New Delhi, the last batch of 38 pilgrims was received by officials of Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN) (the nodal agency for the yatra) at Sukhatal guest house of the Nigam and the members were given citations and memorials on completion of the yatra," Nigam officials said.

"A total of 910 pilgrims from 28 states of the country undertook the pilgrimage to Mansarovar and Kailash this year. The pilgrims were divided in 18 batches, the maximum number since the yatra started in 1981," Managing Director of KMVN Deepak Rawat said.

Maximum pilgrims to Kailash this year were from Gujarat, followed by other states like Maharashtra, Delhi, Rajasthan and West Bengal, Nigam officials said.

"The highest numbers of 193, 113 and 120 pilgrims were from Gujarat, Maharashtra and Delhi, respectively, while the lowest number was from Manipur as there was only one pilgrim from the state," they said.

Talking about the last year's yatra, Rawat said, "Only one batch could reach Kailas Mansarovar last year as the routes were fully damaged due to heavy landslides and broken bridges on way to Nabhidhank, the last track route camp in the Indian side of the pilgrimage."

"We took extra care about the routes this year and selected four alternative routes. But we used only two routes alternatively due to some disturbances during the monsoon months," he said.

Mount Kailash is Lord Shiva’s Holy Heavenly Home

For many ages doing the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra has always been the favored way for one to show devotion and obedience to the Lord Shiva. This prompts many Hindu devotees according to the ancient holy texts (Ramayana and Mahabharata) to undertake the difficult and hard pilgrimage (Yatra) all in reverence of Shankar Begawan.

For in the Hindu holy trinity Lord Shiva is revered and worship as the dissolving force of the universe. Dissolving or death is the believed medium for the potential of recreation through rebirth or reincarnation. Therefore, Mount Kailash is believed to be the center of the universe and the source of creative power that radiates all around.

It’s no coincidence therefore that the holiest peak believed to radiate creative power and the center of the universe dwells in proximity to lake Manasarovar. Manasarovar which means Lake of Consciousness and Enlightenment has long held a stupendous adulation and reverence in the eyes of the Yatris (pilgrims).

For Yatris who takes a Snan (holy bath or dip) in its sacred waters are believed absolved from their past lifetime sins. It’s equally believed the washing away of sins brings one closer to the consciousness associated with the Lord Shiva’s holy and divine dwelling place at mount Kailash.

About Kailash Parikrama & Mansarovar Lake

Holy Kailash Parikrama
Complete Kailash Parikrama covered 48 km distance and cover many small rang of mountain. Holy Parikrama starts from Darchen which is located at the feet of  Holy Kailash Mountain. I we go from west part of Darchen, then we pass Nandi Cavas, Sersuna, and flag pole Tarbo. Next spot age from Sersuna is Nyanari Gompa and west side of Kailash Parvat is visible from here. A little forward of Nyanari Gompa is Desphu Gompa, on the banks of Lha-chu River. It is located at 16,400 ft above sea level. Full view of Kailash Parvat is visible from here.

Holy Mansarovar Lake
Lake Manasarovar deceit at 4,590 meters (15,060 ft) above at sea level, a relatively high altitude for a large freshwater lake on the mostly saline lake-studded Tibetan flat terrain. It is relatively round in shape with the perimeter of 88 kilometers (55 miles). Its depth reaches a maximum of 90 m (300 ft) and its surface area is 320 square kilometers (120 sq miles). It is connected to nearby Lake Rakshastal by the natural Ganga Chhu channel.

Manasarovar is near the source of the Sutlej River which the easternmost large tributary of the Indus. It is nearby the sources of the Brahmaputra River, the Indus River, and the Karnali River (Ghaghara), an important tributary of the Ganges River. During winter, the lake water freezes to solid ice. Tibetan people cross the lake without any fear by walking across or on yak.

What Makes the Kailash Parikrama Highly Revered?

-Recognizes and acknowledges the Lord as the center of human existence or being. When Pradakshina is done it is done with meditative mind and soul.

-It also shows the Lords impartial grace and closeness to all devotees who may perform it with a submissive heart.

-Being considered as the center of the universe and the spiritual destination of all souls and humans it’s the ultimate pilgrimage destination for all seeking salvation.

-Its equally believed as Lord Shiva’s son Lord Ganesha encircled (did Parikrama after his father asked him and his brother Subrahmanya to travel the world and gain world knowledge) his father and mother goddess Parvati at Mount Kailash and justified it as Parikrama for the world was contained in Lord Shiva as the lord of dissolution.

-Devotees believe that doing a Mount Kailash Parikrama washes the sins several lifetimes and taking a holy dip the Lake Manasarovar washes away the sins of a lifetime.

This makes the Kailash Parikrama among the most revered and highly performed by devotees on the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra.  Year 2014 is very special for because according to chaines calendar 2014 is horse year and it is very spiritual year. This is time Yatra is more important.

Spiritual Yatra of Kailash Mountain

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra held every year in summer month May and June when out of many applications registered and few lucky members are selected for going to the subh Yatra. The Yatra takes place in many batches and one has to first clear hard medical test to ensure people physical condition and good health and body in good shape to be able to hike on a height of 20,000 feet above sea level.

About Kailash Mountain:
Kailash Mountain is a holy crest nestled in the Gangdise Mountains of Himalayas in Tibet. Also, known as the column of the world it is situated along the basis of many longest rivers in Asia like Sutlej River, Indus River, Karnali River Brahmaputra River, etc. On Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, traveler can also visit other many beautiful attractions nearby Mansarovar like Gauri Kund, a lake located in little distance from Kailash Mountain, which is alleged to be of space origin and a dip in it is careful very moral.

Mythology and Values:
Basic Requirement of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra:

There are some essential requirements when you make a plan for the blessed Kailash Mansarovar Yatra:
1) First of all the devotees need to present at the reception of Ministry of External Affairs, when application is cleared.
2) Validate Passport with at least 6 months beyond the date of return is required.
3) A cleared medical certificate for trekking.
4) Kailash Mansarovar Yatra charges depend on your travel agency and all the other charge also included like Chinese visa fee.

These are some required thing for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. This is very spiritual Yatra and everyone want to join this Yatra once in a life.

Heavy rains drench in Uttarakhand but Kailash Mansarovar Yatra not disrupted

Everyone knows that monsoon season is started and everywhere heavy rain is going on and mostly in pall grim places like Kailash Parvat Yatra, amer nath Yatra, mata Vaishno Devi Yatra, etc.  This time everyone prepare more for this kind of Yatra because last year in Kedarnath have rain falls and sky fall create many damages and difficult condition. 

Mostly spiritual places also situated on hills and heavy rain is going there and sometimes alert is also declared and roads are blocked and Yatra is canceled due to heavy rain. Latest news is also published form Uttarakhand and an alert has been sounded in after incessant rains in many parts of the state for the last 48 hours, and this is officially declared on Tuesday. 

This is not good news for Yatri but for this Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2014 is not canceled and yatri can take rest on govt. base and rahat for the time period when situation is not being normal.  Kailash Yatra is still going on and it is completed on September month and many batches are on the way and total 64 batches are declared by govt for this holy and spiritual Yatra.

Special Offer Package & Offers of Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2014

The Kailash - Mansarovar Yatra season is already started and the Yatri’s gear up for one of the most sought after and fervent spiritual journeys to the revered abode of Lord Shiva at Kailash, in the Tibetan Himalayan plateau the mood shifts attention to the itinerary and the engagements that are entailed in their spiritual quests. There several special packages and offers to the Lord’s abode that will ensure a glorious, peaceful and safe Yatra.

 

Special Yatra Offer Itinerary

1:-Muktinath & Damodarkund
Damodar Kunda (lake) is famous for Hindu religion. This Lake is situated in the It is situated high up in a rain- shadow area of the Himalayas north of the famous Annapurna range of the upper Mustang region between Kagbeni and Muktinath.

2:-13 Days Bus/ Jeep Tour
This is ongoing facility and you can book your ticket for bus or jeep tour before Yatra is started because everyone wants to choose good date for this holy Yatra.

3:-10 Days Helicopter Tour
 This kind of facility for old aged people, child, unhealthy people and for also for those who do not spent much time on Yatra and complete whole Yatra in 5-10 days.

4:-5 Days Muktinath Tour
Damodar Kunda (lake) is famous for Hindu religion. It is situated high up in a rain- shadow area of the Himalayas north of the famous Annapurna range of the upper Mustang region between Kagbeni and Muktinath.

5:-Super Deluxe Kailash Yatra
In this package yatri can get all the desired facility and make our Yatra tour happy and comfortable with friends and family members.

The Progress of Yatra and Remaining Dates of the Yatra

Yatra’s are a significant part of Hindu spiritual life and discourse. In fact, it is believed that doing Yatra’s signifies ones devotion and commitment to the doctrine and faith. In many ways these Yatra’s like the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra are very much revered by the Yatri’s or pilgrims. The journey being as important as the destination the experience of doing the Yatra is simply unparalleled. The 2014 Kailash - Manasarovar Yatra is already underway and there has been tremendous progress that all pilgrims feel specially obliged and blessed fulfilling one cornerstone of Hindu faith by being at Kailash the seat and home of Lord Shiva – Lord of Kailash and dissolution.

Some significant elements and parts of the Yatra are the dates for remaining part of the Yatra in 2014. These dates are very important for the pilgrims to take note and be prepared.

Important Remaining Dates of the Kailash - Manasarovar 2014  
         
For all the trips of jeep, bus and helicopter tours these are very important dates to keep in mind.

KMY Toyota Jeep – June; 25; July; 7, 9, 16, 23, 30; August; 5, 9, 16, 23, 30; September; 4, 10. 
                                       
KMY Volvo Bus Dates – June; 21 & 28; July; 4, 7, 12, 19, 26; August; 2, 5, 13, 20, 27; September; 1, 4, 13.
                                 
Helicopter – June; 24, 26, 30; September; 5, 8, 12.

The Kailash - Manasarovar one of the Tirtha-Yatra’s and many Hindu devotees desire to fulfill it in their lifetime.

Looking forward to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra? Things to keep in mind!

Thousands of pilgrims and travelers take on to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra every year. Visiting this holy and striking place is indeed a delight and in fact, it is a dream for many. However, it is not one of those easy journeys where you just pack your bags and leave. It is rather the toughest trips you can head onto. But is definitely worth the efforts it needs you to make. This is a peace-filled sojourn, where your mind, soul and body are in search of the ‘unknown’ and it leads you to divinely experience, which you won’t be able to forget in this lifetime.

And by taking care of certain things, you can turn this sturdy journey into an easy one. So know what all steps you need to take:
-    First and foremost is your health. Think of Kailash Yatra, only when you’re in sound health and fully fit. Consult your physician to know how to improve your fitness and take time everyday for walk, as trip to Kailash requires strenuous and endless trekking.

-Quit smoking and drinking months before your trip. And carry general medicines for cold, acidity, dysentery, fever, body-pain, etc. Besides things like multi-vitamins, glucose, Vaseline, candies, masks and sunglasses could be of great help.

-This is one trip where it is great to carry as less clothes as possible, after all you would need to carry your belongings on your own during the trekking. Apart from that there would be no time to change, so wear in layers and besides clothing, carry inner thermals, woolen socks, gloves, monkey cap, sweater, a rain coat. Your tour operator is certain to hand you over a back-pack and down-jackets.

-Speaking of foot comfort, nothing is as great as non-skid shoes, as you would require climbing down the slopes.

-Due to lesser extend of oxygen at higher altitudes, you may face difficulty in sleeping, dizziness, fatigue, headache, loss of appetite, nausea, rapid pulse (heart rate), shortness of breath with exertion, etc. Slowly you’ll get used to it, still carry a can of oxygen cylinder is definitely a good idea.

Eventually, keeping a positive attitude during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is the key. Believe that you can do it and you will!

Packages & Highlights of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra packages draw many tourists as well as different religious people from the entire world, but mainly from India, and diverse neighboring countries. The best time to visit Kailash Mansarovar Lake is during spring (May- June) and people take bath in its holy water.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Special Packages include:-

Muktinath & Damodarkund
We welcome you to a tranquil and highly religious Muktinath & Damodar Kund. It located on the north east of Mustang District, the concealed kingdom of Himalayas and is at a height of 5400 meters.


13 Days Bus/ Jeep Tour
10 Days Helicopter Tour
05 Days Muktinath Tour
Super Deluxe Kailash Yatra
Day 1: KATHMANDU ARRIVAL
Day 2: CROSS THE BORDER THEN CONTINUE TO NYALAM
Day 3: FREE DAY IN NYALAM FOR ACCLIMATIZATION.
Day 4: DRIVE NYALAM TO SAGA (4464 M).
Day 5: DRIVE SAGA TO LAKE MANASAROVAR (4550 M).
Day 6: DRIVE LAKE MANASAROVAR TO DARCHEN (4680 M).
Day 7: RETURN JOURNEY SAGA
Day 8: RETURN JOURNEY TO KATHMANDU
Day 9: DEPARTURE

Fly back to your home with memories of Mount Kailash & Holy Lake Mansarovar and whole journey memory.

The Holy Home Of Lord Shiva at Kailash Mountain

The grand stay to the heights of Mount Kailash and the far the reaches of the holy mountain have such an enduring and lasting impression on Hindu devotees that what the emotional, physical and structural demands it entails (the Yatra) is not that important than being at Lord Shiva’s lodging. When one reaches the eternal home of souls (Kailash) and the respected presence of the lord of closure (Lord Shiva) all else seems irrelevant than being in the consistent blessing and presence of Lord Shiva .

Many Hindus, Jains, Buddhists, Bonpos and other enlightened souls have sought then Lords Darshan at Kailash and commended the eternal imprint of its splendor and effect on their spiritual transformation on their lives. Given the multiple religious significance of this holy mountain, it’s always been a desire for many people to pay a special homage to the lord at his dwelling in Kailash – Manasarovar.

According to the ancient Hindu scripts and holy texts (Puranas) Lord Shiva’s fearsome, eternal and limitless attributes exemplify him as the most powerful god in the Hindu trinity. He is the great god (Mahadeva) and supreme god (Parameshwara). In that sense, sense Lord Shiva best translates the essence of the Indian god trinity (Trimurti).

Special Puja and Parikarama at Mount Kailash

The glowing tributes to the Hindu god of dissolution Lord Shiva in the ancient texts (Skanda Puranas) epitomize his pantheon in the Hindu trinity. Mount Kailash Manasarovar is also revered as the dwelling place for the Lord and Goddess Parvati and that Yatra (pilgrimage) to this holy mountain is considered an auspicious duty at least once in the lifetime of the devotees.

The significance of this Mountain and Lake has rendered many devotional tales and visions that despite the strenuous and difficult nature of the Yatra, Hindu devotees and other religions like the Buddhists, Jains, Bonpos and many Yatri’s from around the world exult in its peaceful effect.

There are several reasons why this Yatra to Lord Shiva’s dwelling finds such adulation and respect. According to mythology, performing Parikrama of the holy mountain cleanses and removes away one’s sins. Parikrama is a ritual in Hindu devotions or prayers of circumambulating a revered site like Mt Kailash (108 Parikarama associated with Lord Shiva’s many manifestations and names delivers total enlightenment), it’s also believed and venerated by the Yatri’s and adherents that ritual baths (Snan) in the holy lake Manasarovar cleanses and removes away sins of a lifetime. A drink of its revered waters takes away the sins of takes away the sins of hundred rebirths or lifetimes.

Special Kailash Puja and Parikarama are part of the itinerary for Yatri’s to the revered dwelling of Lord Shiva, God of Dissolution in the Hinduism.

A Spiritual Journey Kailash Mansarovar Parvat

The Kailash Manasarovar Yatra is possibly the most important of all Yatri's and pilgrimages. Regarded the spiritual center of the world by five viewpoints, these holy and wonderful lakes are the topic of many myths. Shiva, the Jain Theerthankaras, Buddha, all have performed a part in given that a heavenly impression to this position. A Yatri's to this magical place is regarded by many as the high point of their life – a memorable pilgrimage to the abode of Shiva, the great Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

This holy position is located in Tibet, China. The China Government discards only some visas every period and does not motivate single and personal travelers. A wide range of Yatra track is available to China Exporters from Indian. The most optional and the most relaxed path moves along through Nepal and the wild, natural scenery of Tibet by vehicle. Recently, a number of buildings don by China Government has allowed even the most uncertain tourists to make a trip to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

Humans are the small and youngest creativity of god on the earth and the Himalayas are the oldest hills. Small speculate then that there seems to are available an in-depth connection between us, a connection that goes past the substantial bond. The Kailash Manasarovar Yatra and the Himalayan hills Dhyan Yatra are amazing potential to encounter a more sizing of lifestyle, providing grace and energy into our lifestyles.

Kailash Manasarovar Yatra 2014 Specious Lunar Dates

The significance of the lunar (Poornima) to the Hindus believers is of vital importance as it shows the alignment of the constellations with the heavenly bodies.

Poornima according to the Hindu calendar occurs each month and symbolizes the division between two lunar fortnights.  There are significant symbolism and manifestations from ancient times that point to why the need for the full moon is auspicious and important not just to the Hindu religion but also Sikhism, Jainism, Buddhism and Islam. A few reasons among others are;

-Perfection, completeness and wholeness
-Astrology is central in Hindu spiritual belief

Specious Lunar Kailash Yatra Dates 

Bus Dates
The departure dates for the bus tour to Kailsah Yatra will cover 13 days. Auspicious departure dates align with the full moon on 9th May, 8th June, 7th July, 5th August and 4th September.
 
Jeep Dates
 The jeep departure dates are also aligned with the heavenly constellations on these dates considered auspicious of 9th May, 8th June, 9th July, 9th August and 4th September. The jeep departures are for 13 day period.

Helicopter Dates
The helicopter Yatra to Kailash Parvat (abode of Lord Shiva) is considered auspicious o three dates of 10th May, 9th June and 3rd September. Helicopter Yatra to Kailash are set for 10 days.

With the Yatra dates having been announced a long time ago, it was for the Yatri’s safety and knowledge to undertake any procedural information in mind and decide accordingly to make plans for a safe Yatra.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2014

Kailash mansarovar or kailash parvat one of the holy pilgrimage places for Hindus and Buddhist   Mount Kailash is the home of the lord Shiva and mansarovar holy lakes where God Shiva used to bath. So, mount kailash and mansarovar connecting very together. There are many ways to go Mansarovar Lake and mount kailash. Round around the mansarovar it is 52 km, takes 3-4 hours. To round the Kailash it takes 3 days almost it is also 52 km. From simikot to hisla walking distance is 5 days, if you go by helicopter it takes 3 hours.

Normally from Nepalgunj to simikot fly and helicopter charter to the Hisla is the main ideas to go Tibet mansarovar and lakes. There are village purang, Raksha Tal, Tirthapuri and many another interesting shrines. It is the main ideas to do round the both mansarovar and kora in the mount Kailash. Mainly in the dry season there is more season kailash Yatra tour from a Nepal. Many Indian people like to prefer from hisla because it become the short than from Nylam or kodari.  Kailash mansarovar Yatra is spiritual and holy Yatra and everyone wants to take part once in a life and take some good blessings.

Essential Guidelines Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2014

Kailash Manasarovar Yatra has been revered for many generations by the Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and ancient Bonpos. For the Hindus, it is the dwelling of Lord Shiva and for the Buddhists, Buddha attained enlightenment there. It therefore occupies a central position in the spiritual domains of these religions. There are several strict rules and guidelines issued from time to time for the safety and welfare of the Yatri’s.

Essential Clothing

The Yatra happens at the time of cool and cold climate (when there’s less snow) in the mountains between May to September. Warm clothing provides sufficient protection from the changing and fluctuating weather conditions in the course of the Yatra.

Essential Accessories

Extra personal effects for hygienic and safe Yatra travel as well easier well-being are among others; first aid kit (very important in case of injury) and water purification tablets. Walking aid, water bottles and personal hygiene kit. There is need for emergency light torch, personal grooming kit, cameras and money safety belt.  The essentials of safe travel can be notebook and pencils.

These basic extra accessories render a certain safety mode for fulfilling Kailash Yatra. Other essential accessories some organizing teams will ensure their availability.

How to prepare for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Guideline For Kailash Yatra 2014:-

Climatic conditions: 
From the border onward, the roads are plain. The high altitude Tibetan terrain is dry, cold, windy and dusty. Nights are pretty cold.

General preparation:
It’s important that you are in good  health. You should be able to walk properly. Carry some general medicines for fever, bodyache, cold, cough, dysentery, constipation, congestion, acidity, etc.

Clothing:
It would be a good idea to wear in layers. Essential for the trip are inner thermals, woolen socks, gloves & monkey cap, sweater, pants / jeans & shirts and a full body rain coat. Check with your operator.

The vehicles:
There are 2 types. The 3500 cc and the 4500 cc. Make sure your operator gives you the latter. They do have the power to cut across the rugged Tibetan plateau.

Travel in group:
I recommend traveling in packs of 4. Every vehicle will take 4 passengers and one Sherpa who sits behind. Being with your own group comes in handy.

The Parikrama:
Those who can’t foot it, have the option to hire the services of a pony or a yak. Make sure to let your operator know at least a day in advance. You may also need to hire the services of a porter.

Positive attitude:
The drive isn’t comfortable. It’s bumpy as bumpy can be. The vehicle air-conditioners won’t work (drivers refuse to turn them on); you can’t open the windows as the dust and chill become unbearable. I firmly believe that people with normal health can certainly make the trip and enjoy it too. There’s only one rule to follow – approach with a positive attitude. If you believe you can do it, then you will do it happily.

Kailash - Manasarovar Yatra Departure Dates

Dates have always been significant in Hindu celebrations, rituals and rites. For special events like yatra’s (pilgrimage) engender a special feeling of devotion and submission that one focuses on the desire to pay obeisance to the deity and gods. Lord Shiva as the god of dissolution in the Hindu trinity finds immense worship for many devotes. Many devotes desire to fulfill this spiritual journey, but at times the dates and important timing for the yatra go unnoticed. There are specific outlined dates for each mode of transportation (jeep, bus, helicopter tours) in the course of the yatra to facilitate the yatri’s (pilgrims) easy access and memory. With a variety of devotional activities lined up for the course of the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra dates and schedules equip pilgrims with important information for safe and sure yatra’s.
    
Auspicious departure dates are aligned to coincide with important spiritual beliefs and Hindu Holy Scriptures.
Kailash Manasarovar Yatra Departure Dates 2014

Jeep

May-5, 9, 14, 21, 28;
June-1, 8, 18, 25;
July-7, 9, 16, 23, 30;
August-5, 9, 16, 23, 30;
September-4, 10










Volvo Bus                              
May-7, 9, 17, 24, 31;
June-5, 8, 14, 21, 28;
July-4, 7, 12, 19, 26;
August-2, 5, 13, 20, 27;
September-1, 4, 13

Helicopter
May-4, 7, 10, 14, 17, 20, 23, 27, 31
June-3, 7, 9, 15, 18, 24, 26, 30
September-5, 8, 12

Kailash – Manasarovar Pilgrimage

For a life of peace and blessing those who embark on this pilgrimage (Kailash Yatra) do accomplish one major belief, believe they are renewed and revived if they offer to do Kailash Yatra to Lord Shiva’s Abode. 
  
There are some necessary precautions on the body and spirit that are mandatory for a successful pilgrimage.

Precautions and Safety 

Health and Fitness
Important physical fitness and health is of the essence given the inhospitable and demanding nature of terrain on the body. It takes certified physically fit humans to endure the rigour of high mountain range trekking.

Altitude Acclimatization
Altitude often impacts the human body in many especially higher reaches and heights. For a successful Yatra pilgrims are required to acclimatize with change in altitude, weather and temperature fluctuations.

Limited Oxygen
Higher entails limited breathable oxygen, pilgrims have to make sure they adapt and can endure the changed weather pattern for safety and good health.

Clothing
In the event of cold weather the body drops temperature very fast and pilgrims are cautioned to carry warm and lighter clothing. The high altitude ranges are subject to weather fluctuations and changes on consistent basis.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra & Important Guidelines

Guidelines and Yatra Observations
Travel tires and wears one out. There are essential rules for kailash Yatra Pilgrims that are golden for smooth yatra passage and returning with divine blessings.

Summary Briefings
Any begins with knowledge on to potential risks and needed endeavor. Brief summary and orientations serve to give yatris a better knowledge of the conditions and activities ahead.
 
Personal Effects
Long treks, tiring walks and days of travel entail use of personal effects that cater for life sustenance like; high energy foods, water, clothing (for cold and warm conditions), medical kit and essential drugs. There are minute details for each phase of pilgrimage that will have important resourceful usage for both daily life as well life protecting gear.

Travel Documentation
There are important permissions to be received before and clearance to access these destinations. Though these generally are arranged, documents like passport and health records are necessary.

Health and Fitness Clearance Records
Difficulty in higher altitudes with poor health as limited air circulates can cause feeling of shortage of air, altitude sickness and nausea. Emphasis on acclimatization and complete compliance with medical records before yatra necessary.

Hygiene and Personal Safety
Higher exposure to extreme colds and dry conditions leads to possible conditions of sickness and disease. Hygiene guards against disease and deterioration of personal safety.

Miscellaneous
Tenacity and resolve are always important to meet challenges. Kailash Parikarama are considered among tough. Kailash Manasarovar Yatra embodies faith, desire of Lord Shiva devotees to connect deeply with the Hindu god of dissolution.

KAILASH MANASAROVAR YATRA – 2014

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra (KMY) is known for its religious value, cultural significance, physical beauty and thrilling nature. It is undertaken by hundreds of people every year. Holding significance for the Hindus as the abode of Lord Shiva, it holds religious importance also for the Jains and the Buddhists.

The Yatra is organized by the Ministry of External Affairs every year between June and September. It is open to eligible Indian citizens, holding valid Indian passports, who wish to proceed to Kailash-Mansarovar for religious purposes.

Last dates: - 4 March 2014 to file an online application.10 March 2014 to submit printout of an online or printable application.

Batches: - This year, 18 batches, each with a maximum of 60 yatris, will be sent for the Yatra between 09 June and 09 September. Batches are allocated through a fair computerized process and are normally not changed.

Duration: - Duration of the Yatra proper will be 22 days. In addition, yatris need to spend 2-3 days in Delhi for Chinese visa, medical tests, etc. Government of Delhi will provide free meals and accommodation for the stay in Delhi.

Important and Fundamental Aspects of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

-The Kailash Yatra is done in the Tibetan region of Himalayas, Chinese territory and foreign nationals including Indians should possess a valid passport and visa for an extra six months beyond the Yatra end.

-Pilgrims health and medical condition has to be certified by registered prominent or reputed doctors. Yatris are briefed on the nature of terrain and frequent weather changes that require a fit and healthy regime of exercises to maintain the bodily functions and health.

-Clothing in the Himalayan region is crucial for survival and healthy conducting of the rituals. Yatris are asked to pack warm clothing to protect against severe weather changes like excessively cold winds that can be dangerous, as well as different clothing for warmer days.

-Packaged food items as well as snacks for extra strength in days of excessive bodily demands. Packaged energy foods and drinks to sustain good health are crucial and vital.

-Accommodation facilities on the Yatra are relayed to the pilgrims and necessary effects for the wellbeing of the pilgrims are communicated to keep handy. Insurance policy, passport size photos, torches, plastic bags, water bottles, antibiotics, lip balms, bandages and as mall first aid box.

-Pilgrims incur personal costs on choice of horse rides which are not part of the main fee for the Yatra. This information is relayed in advance to know the cost and amount it takes.
As pilgrims the mood and nature of conduct is important to keep harmony and peace in camp.

Kailash-Mansarovar Parikrama

Kailash-Mansarovar has existed since time immemorial and rituals and rites have been performed for generations in reverence of Lord Shiva. The rituals form part of the daily life of adherents. It’s believed they help connect to the supreme or divine nature. In temples the Shivling represent Lord Shiva and seen as the symbol of energy and potentiality of God. Many faiths and beliefs have had a history of rites, rituals and other forms of observances to help connect or induce reverence for the Lords, gods and goddesses. Mount Kailash is also significantly revered by other religions the Jains, Budhists and Bonpos.

Parikrama therefore is a spiritual act of devotion and reverence. It’s also called Pradakshina observed with circumlocution of the deity or symbol. Lord Shiva is devotedly worshiped in many Hindu homes everyday as the Lord of dissolution or death.  
The circumlocution of Kailash-Mansarovar is believed to bring cleansing of sins of a lifetime to Yatris (pilgrims).

Parikrama it’s believed creates an invisible link between the believer and the deity. The mantras or chants made in the circumlocution are the source or path to release of these powers from the deity to person as they are done meditatively and slowly. These rituals and rites are also done for the removal of past actions that ensures well-being, prosperity and peace.

Journey of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra held every year in summer month May and June when out of many applications registered and few lucky members are selected for going to the subh Yatra. The Yatra takes place in many batches and one has to first clear hard medical test to ensure people physical condition and good health and body in good shape to be able to hike on a height of 20,000 feet above sea level.
About Kailash Mountain:
Kailash Mountain is a holy crest nestled in the Gangdise Mountains of Himalayas in Tibet. Also, known as the column of the world it is situated along the basis of many longest rivers in Asia like Satluj river, Indus river, Karnali river Brahmaputra river, etc. On Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, traveler can also visit other many beautiful attractions nearby Mansarovar like Gauri Kund, a lake located in little distance from Kailash Mountain, which is alleged to be of space origin and a dip in it is careful very moral.

Mythology and Values:
Basic Requirement of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra:
There are some essential requirements when you make a plan for the blessed Kailash Mansarovar Yatra:
1) First of all the devotees need to present at the reception of Ministry of External Affairs, when application is cleared.
2) Validate Passport with at least 6 months beyond the date of return is required.
3) A cleared medical certificate for trekking.
4) Kailash Mansarovar Yatra charges depend on your travel agency and all the other charge also included like Chinese visa fee.

Importance of Famous Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

Spiritual Pilgrimage
Pilgrimages are spiritual journeys to abodes of gods or search of enlightenment and truth. Hindus believe that Mount Kailash is the abode of Lord Shiva and his wife Parvati, and revered and worshiped daily in many homes as the destroyer of ignorance and illusion. Lord Shiva is depicted in many avatars and names like Kailashnath and Kailashadhipathi, and holds the imagination in the eternal state of meditation in many Indian spiritual books and texts.

Spiritual Importance
It's central to religions around Asia majority Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism and Bonpo. It plays a crucial role and significance in entreating people to come closer to god for spiritual Darshan, belief in attaining purification or sanctification as well as salvation and redemption.

Altitude
Due to the high altitudes and the low temperatures of the Himalayan range and many other factors yatries are advised and cautioned to stay in the best physical shape before undertaking the Kailash Yatra.

Kailash Yatra Requirements
-Yatries submit latest medical checkup from reputed hospital or doctor on medical fitness.
-Submit valid passport with more than six months validity beyond possible return date and two passport size  photos for visa processing.
-Report to the ministry of external affairs, New Delhi on clearance of application.
-Warm clothing and Light clothing for the varied weather changes characteristic to the regions.
-Personal first aid kit for emergency and meditative value incase of injury and other medical needs.
-Insurance against possible health complications.
-Personal use antiseptic creams, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory.
-Accessories for further safeguard against weather vagaries like gloves, sunhats and goggles, flashlights, raingear and any item for wellbeing.