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Lake Manasa Sarovar is a fresh-water lake in Tibet 2,000 km from Lhasa. It is the highest freshwater lake in the world. To the west of Lake Manasarovar is Lake Rakshastal and towards the north is Mount Kailash, known in Tibetan as Khang Rinpoche.
The sight of a huge lake with a reflection of snow-capped
mountains in its lucid waters is jaw dropping. Be prepared for a feast for the eyes. Manasarovar Lake lies at 4,556 m above mean sea level. It is relatively round in shape and its circumference is 88 km, depth is 90 m and it occupies a total area of 320 square
kilometres.
The lake freezes in winter and melts only in spring.
The Sutlej River, the Brahmaputra River, the Indus
River, and the Karnali River all trace their sources to
its close vicinity.
Cultural significance :
Like Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar is a place of pilgrimage, attracting religious people from India, Tibet and the neighbouring countries. Bathing in the lake and drinking its water is believed to cleanse all sins. Pilgrimage tours are organised regularly, especially from India, the most famous of which is the Kailash Manasarovar Yatra, which takes place every year. Pilgrims come to take ceremonial bathes in the cleansing waters of the lake.
According to Hindu legend, the lake was first created in the mind of the Lord Brahma. Hence, in Sanskrit it is called Manasarovar, which is a combination of the words Manas (mind) and Sarovar (lake).
The lake, in Hindu mythology, is also supposed to be the summer abode of swans, which are considered to be judicious and sacred birds. It is also believed the Devas (Gods) descend to bathe in the lake between 3 and 5 am. This time of the day is known as Brahma Muhurta (moment).
Buddhists also associate the lake to the legendary lake known as
Anavatapta in Sanskrit and Anotatta in Pali, where Queen Maya is believed to have conceived Buddha. The lake has a few beautiful monasteries on its shores. The most notable of which is the ancient
Chiu Gompa Monastery,
which has been built right onto a steep hill.
It looks as if it has been carved right out of the rock.
The Jains and the Bonpas of Tibet equally revere this
spot with great enthusiasm.
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Mount Kailash :
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6,740 m. is situated to the north of the Himalayan barrier, wholly within Tibet. It is the perfect mountain with awesome beauty, with 4 great faces. It is the spiritual centre for four great religions: Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, the Jain religion and the pre-Buddhist animistic religion - Bonpo.
To Tibetans it is known as Khang Rimpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow) and they see it as the navel of the world. It is said that a stream from the mountain pours into a nearby lake and from here rivers flow in the four cardinal directions. The River of the Lion Mouth to the North, the River of the Horse Mouth to the east, the River of the Peacock Mouth to the south and the River of the Elephant Mouth to the West. Strangely enough, four major rivers do indeed originate near Kailash, the Indus, the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra), the Karnali and the Sutlej. Tibetans believe that it is the residence of Demchog, a fierce looking tantric deity who lives there with his consort, Dorje Phagmo. For the Tibetans also, it is a particularly special place in that their poet saint Milarepa, spent several years here meditating in a cave.
For the Hindus Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru, their spiritual centre of the universe, described as a fantastic 'world pillar' 84,000 miles high, around which all else revolves, its roots in the lowest hell and its summit kissing the heavens. On the top lives their most revered God, Shiva, and his consort Parvati.
For the Jains, an Indian religious group, Kailash is the site where their first prophet achieved enlightenment. For the older, more ancient religion of Bon, it is the site where its founder Shanrab is said to have descended from heaven. It was formerly the spiritual centre of Zhang Zung, the ancient Bon Empire that once included all of western Tibet. Bon people walk around the mountain in a counter clockwise manner, unlike the other religions. Over the centuries pilgrims have constantly journeyed immense distances to achieve enlightenment or cleanse themselves of sin, braving enormous distances, particularly harsh weather and bandit attacks.
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The Path To Nirvana :
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The majestic Himalayas figure prominently not only in the topography of India but in its history and mythology as well. The youngest mountain range in the world, and yet the mightiest, the Himalayas are many things to many people.
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The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra :
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People have been visiting Kailash - Mansarovar for centuries. Almost all the major passes of Uttaranchal Himalayas lead to Kailash - Mansarovar. The important ones in the Kumaon region are Lipulekh, Lampiya Dhura, Nuwe Dhura, Lowe Dhura, Unta Dhura, Jayanti and Kungri Bingri. Since 1981, under the auspices of the Indian ministry of external affairs and with the cooperation of the Chinese government, Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam has been conducting trips to Kailash - Mansarovar through the Lipulekh pass.
The number of people allowed visiting Kailash - Mansarovar is limited and it is hoped that in the near future, more Indian pilgrims will be allowed to visit Western Tibet, the region of sacred mountains and lakes.
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Legends, Myths & Beliefs about Kailash Mansarovar :
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It is because of Kailash - Mansarovar, which is 865-kms from Delhi, that Kumaon is sometimes called “Manaskhand”. Many myths are associated with this unusual mountain and lake.
The Buddhists, the Jains and the Bonpas of Tibet too, all revere this spot with great fervour and devotion. Therefore, it is not surprising for a devotee to come across the worlds “Om Mani Padme Hum” (“Hail to the jewel (of Creation) in the Lotus) written on stones and taken from Buddhist scriptures. The Bonpas make an anti-clockwise pilgrimage around Mt. Kailash whereas the believers of the jain faith specially visit astpaad near the southern face of kailash in the kailash --mansarovar region.
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Mansarovar Lake :
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The circumference of Mansarovar is 88-km, its depth is 90m and total area is 320-sq-kms. The lake freezes in the winters and melts only in spring. It looks unbelievably fascinating on moonlit nights when an ethereal ambience pervades the atmosphere. The circumference of Rakshas Tal, also known as “Ravan Kund”,
is 122-km. A 6-km long natural channel - “Gangachhu” - connects Manas with Rakshas Tal.
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This is organized from May till September. Starting point of
the tour is Kathmandu. Total duration is 17 Days.
This tour Individual booking are taken for our fixed departure Dates, For
this tour only group bookings are accepted, and is organized as per the dates requested.
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Day 1 :
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Arrival Kathmandu.
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Day 2 :
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Kathmandu Sight seeing. Overnight in Hotel.
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Day 3 :
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Kathmandu - Nagarkot. Overnight in Hotel. 1st level of acclimatisation.
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Day 4 :
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Nagarkot to Nayalam 165 km, 8 hrs. Overnight Camp.
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Day 5 :
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Rest at Nayalam. Overnight at Camp. 2nd level of acclimatisation.
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Day 6 :
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Nyalam To Saga 240 km, 8-9 hrs. Overnight Camp.
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Day 07 :
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Saga To Prayang 200 km 7-8 hrs. Overnight Camp.
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Day 08 :
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Prayang To Manasrovar 250 km, 7-8hrs . Overnight Camp.
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Day 09 :
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Full day on Holy banks of Manasarover. Yatris will perform Manasarover Parikrama by Jeeps. Dinner and overnight at Guest House/Tents.
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Day 10 :
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After early breakfast, depart to Tarboche (starting point for Kailash Parikrama). Trek to Driraphuk (12 km. / 7 - 8 hrs). Packed Lunch. Dinner and overnight camping.
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Day 11 :
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After early breakfast, start trekking to Zutulphuk via Dolma Pass (highest point of entire journey, 5750 m). The distance is 18 km with approximate time taken 9 - 10 hrs. Packed Lunch. Dinner and overnight camping.
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Day 12 :
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After early breakfast, trek further for 10 km. (4 - 5 hrs) to arrive at the ending point of Parikrama where jeeps shall be waiting to drive the pilgrims back to Manasarovar. Packed lunch en route. Dinner and overnight at Guest House/Tents.
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Day 13 :
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After early breakfast, drive to Parayang (250 km / 7 - 8 Hrs). Lunch en route. Dinner and overnight at Guest House/Tents.
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Day 14 :
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After early breakfast, proceed for Saga (200 km / 6 - 7 hrs). Lunch en route. Dinner and overnight at Guest House Or tents if needed.
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Day 15 :
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Saga to Nayalam. Overnight at camp.
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Day 16 :
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Nayalam to Kathmandu. Overnight in Hotel.
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Day 17 :
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Tour End
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Note:
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Above tour is organized from May till September. Starting
point of the tour is Kathmandu. Total duration is 17 Days. For above tour Individual booking are taken for our fixed departure Dates, For the above tour only group bookings are accepted, and is organized as per the dates requested.
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The kora (parikarma or circumambulate) of Mt. Kailash is to be performed by foot/yaks. It takes about two & a half day (42 km).
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Accommodation & all meals are inclusive, accommodation will be provided in Hotels/Guest houses OR Tents ( as per Availability).
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Very few medical facility is available in Tibet. That too is very distantly located. Our paramedic staff will accompany the group, who take care of only few Medical issues at High altitudes. Personal Medical kit and medicines are recommended.
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Tibetan Guide will accompany the group, supported by Tour Leader from India Or Nepal.
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INR Rs. 60,000 per person
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The above tour cost includes :
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All accommodation during the yatra
- Kathmandu sightseeing
- All Entrance fees
- Special Kailash Parikrama Permits
- All transportations by Toyota Land cruisers (4 wheel drive) on 4 sharing basis
- Supporting trucks
- Paramedic staff trained for High altitude sickness
- At least one Tibetan and one Indian/Nepalese Guide.
- Meals on full board
- Sherapa staff
- Cook
- Gamow bag & Oxygen
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The tour cost excludes :
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Travel/Personal Insurance
- Emergency evacuations/Rescue, if required.
- Any expenses of personal nature and NOT included in the "tour cost includes" section above, are additional.
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Permissions and other official formalities :
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No Permission is required from the Indian or the Nepalese Govt.
- To undertake this tour all yatris should have valid passports.
- Tibetan Permits and Chinese Visa are required for this tour, which is included in the tour cost.
- Medical Fitness certificate (issued by registered medical practitioner) is needed.
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