Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: All You Need To Know About Dates, Itinerary, What To Pack
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is set to resume this year after a five-year hiatus. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) recently announced that the pilgrimage will begin on June 30. The Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN) has been entrusted with the responsibility of conducting this yatra. The MEA and the state government are in charge of coordination and security. The KMVN will be responsible for ground logistics, food, accommodation and travel arrangements. The first group to take this trip will enter China on July 10. The last group of pilgrims will leave for India on August 22.
What Is The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a holy trek taken by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and followers of the Bon religion. The pilgrimage requires devotees to climb as high as 15,000 feet during the journey.
Why Was The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Suspended?
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra was halted five years ago in 2020 due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The international travel restrictions resulting from the pandemic prevented devotees from taking the yatra. The trek's resumption was further delayed because of border tensions between India and China.
How To Take The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a challenging pilgrimage that starts in Delhi. To enter Tibet, pilgrims must travel through the Lipulekh Pass situated in the Pithoragarh district. Around 250 yatris undertake the pilgrimage, extending over 22 days. These pilgrims are divided into five batches of 50 each.
Gunji – Yatris must spend two nights here to get accustomed to the high altitude.
Nabhidang – Another two-night stop before the pilgrims cross into Tibet.
Taklakot (Tibet, China) – The entry point into Tibet.
Bundi – Pilgrims must spend one night at this location.
Chaukori – Another night to be spent here.
Almora – The final stop before Delhi, yatris must spend a night here.
Delhi – The final location of arrival.
What Should You Pack For The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?
Pilgrims must only focus on packing essentials for a safe and worry-free journey. Ensure you have enough thermal clothing, such as jackets. Trekking boots and warm socks are also required to protect you from the cold. Personal care items like sunscreen and lip balm may come in handy. Keep basic medication and a first-aid kit as well. Battery packs and torches will come in handy when it gets dark.
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