Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

You will be seeing the following places during the Kailash yatra:

Rakshastal- It is located to the west of Lake Mansarovar. Rakshastal is a saltwater lake, which means the lake of demons. It is said that the demon king Ravana meditated here and recited the Shiva Tandav Stotram to impress Lord Shiva.

Lake Mansarovar- This is the point where we get the first view of Mount Kailash. It is a freshwater lake that was first envisioned by Lord Brahma and then manifested on Earth.

Yamdwar- One of the most prominent attractions of the Kailash Yatra, Yamdwar is the Gate of Salvation. It is believed that passing through this gate washes away your sins. This is the point from where Mount Kailash Parikrama starts.

Mount Kailash- The main motive to go on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is to get the darshan of the Holy Mountain Kailash. It is believed that Kailash Parvat is the resting abode of Lord Shiva and his family. 

Nandi Parvat- Next to Mount Kailash is the Nandi Parvat. Nandi Ji is believed to be the Vehicle (Vahan) of Lord Shiva, so wherever there is Lord Shiva, Nandi Ji will be there. The Nandi Parvat is a mountain in the shape of Nandi Ji.

Dhirapuk- After completing the first day of Parikrama of Mount Kailash, we reach Dhirapuk. It is the place that gives the most beautiful view of Mount Kailash between the two other mountains. One can spot the Golden Kailash in the morning from this point. 

Shiva Sthal- On the second day of Mount Kailash Parikrama, we get to see Shiva Sthal, which is the place where people donate clothes and ornaments, as it is said that if you donate something at Shivasthal, you will get it in your next life.

Dolma La Pass- This is the highest point of the Kailash Parikrama, which is situated at an elevation of 6800 meters above sea level. You get to visit Dolma La pass on the second day of Mount Kailash Parikrama.

Gaurikund- It is a perfectly round-shaped lake just ahead of Dolma La Pass and is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Ganesha. It is said to be the lake in which Mata Parvati used to take a bath and created Lord Ganesha.

In case you are starting the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Kathmandu, then the Kailash Yatra Tour Package will also include the sightseeing of Kathmandu- Pashupatinath Ji Temple, Bodhnath Stupa, and Jal Narayan Vishnu Temple.

Completing the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is not a cakewalk for everyone; rather, it involves high-end efforts. But the first step to your Kailash Yatra planning should be checking your eligibility and physical fitness. Anyone who's between 10- 70 years of age and is physically fit can undertake this yatra. Also, you should keep in mind that there won't be any advanced level of facility in the Kailash Mansarovar, Tibet region, as a very basic level accommodation facility and simple food options are available. However, your Kailash Yatra with Trip To Temples is easy and comfortable, as we ensure you of a great travel experience throughout the journey. You can reach out to us at +918510007751 for any queries.

Security is not a major concern during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. The destination is altogether very safe, as Kailash Mansarovar is a pilgrimage where travellers from decent families with only sacred intentions and devotion towards Lord Shiva undertake this pious yatra. Thus, ladies, senior citizens, or those who are travelling alone, travel securely throughout the Kailash region.

It takes more time while going and less time while returning on the same route because;

i) We move from low altitude to higher altitude slowly by acclimatizing to the weather, while trekking upwards.

ii) We stop by multiple tourist attraction spots en route, while going upwards, which involves sightseeing, hence taking more time than returning from Kailash Yatra

You will get plenty of picturesque spots to click photos on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra; however, clicking pictures of Chinese soldiers and the immigration centre is strictly prohibited.

The shopkeepers in Tibet speak their local language. They use calculators to communicate with tourists, where they type the product cost, and if you do not agree with the price quoted, you can bargain with your price quotation by typing it on the calculator. In this way, negotiation takes place between the customer and the shopkeeper. You can also take help of the Tibetan guide while bargaining.

It entirely depends on your preference. However, most pilgrims prefer starting their Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Lucknow, making it the most popular route. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by road starts only from Kathmandu, as this route has an accessible and well-maintained infrastructure, and is also the cheapest route for the Kailash yatra. However, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter starts from both Lucknow and Kathmandu, making It the most popular route.

Any inflammable objects such as matchstick, ghee, etc and sharp objects such as knives, scissors, etc are not allowed on the flight/ helicopters during the Kailash Yatra. Also, portable Oxygen cylinder is also not allowed in helicopter, so it is better to purchase one in Tibet.

The Central Government of India does not offer subsidies on any pilgrimage tour. However, different state governments of India offer subsidies for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. The Government of Uttar Pradesh, for instance, provide a subsidy of Rs. 1,00,000/- once in a lifetime to the pilgrims going for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Given that, you must have a residential proof of Uttar Pradesh through your Passport and Aadhar.

You need to apply for a subsidy online within 2 months after completing your Kailash yatra. Kailash yatra subsidy by the UP government is allocated by the UP Dharmaarthya Karya Vibhag. You can log in to their official website to apply for the KMY subsidy, and the documents required for the same are- a soft copy of the group visa & yatra permit, invoice bill, yatra certificate, and a picture proof of you visiting Mount Kailash.

You can contact Trip To Temples for support and assistance on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra subsidy through SMS / WhatsApp or call at +91 8510007751. 

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra require a group visa, which is a staple visa where the name of each group member is mentioned on a sheet of paper. The visa is neither stamped nor pasted on the passports of group members. First Kailash Mansarovar Yatra group permit is applied in Tibet about 45 days before the Kailash Yatra start date. After the group permit is issued, the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra group visa is applied for at the Chinese Embassy. For people travelling from India, a group visa is applied at the Chinese Embassy in New Delhi, and for people travelling from outside India, a group visa is applied at the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu.