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.

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.