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The Mount Kailash Tour is a sacred pilgrimage and adventure journey to one of the holiest mountains in the world, located in Tibet, China. It is a highly revered destination for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon followers. The journey typically includes the Kailash Kora (circumambulation) and a visit to Lake Manasarovar, one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world.
Main Highlights of the Kailash Tour
✅ Mount Kailash (6,638m) - A sacred peak believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva.
✅ Lake Manasarovar - A spiritual lake where pilgrims take a holy dip.
✅ Kailash Kora (52 km trek) - A 3-day trek around the mountain, passing through Dolma La Pass (5,645m).
✅ Tirthapuri, Gauri Kund, and Yam Dwar - Important religious sites.
✅ Tibetan Landscape & Culture - Experience unique Tibetan Buddhism and the high-altitude plateau.
Best Time to Visit
• May to September - The most suitable months due to stable weather.
• Avoid winter (November to March) - Harsh cold and road closures.
Common Kailash Tour Routes
1. Overland via Kerung - Kathmandu → Syabrubesi → Kerung → Saga → Lake Manasarovar → Kailash → Return.
2. Helicopter via Simikot - Kathmandu → Nepalgunj → Simikot → Hilsa → Tibet → Kailash.
3. Lhasa Route - Kathmandu → Lhasa (flight) → Gyantse → Shigatse → Saga → Kailash.
Difficulty & Preparation
• The Kailash Kora is a high-altitude trek that requires good fitness.
• Acclimatization is necessary to avoid altitude sickness.
• Proper permits and a Tibet Travel Visa are required.
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