Mount Kailash — Kailash Mansarovar

Mount Kailash, north face, Tibet Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar are regarded as the supreme abode of God Shiva. Revered in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Bon traditions, Kailash is considered one of the holiest spiritual centers in the world. Generally, the word “Kailash” refers to the divine abode of God Shiva. Vedic and Purāṇic scriptures describe Kailash as the cosmic center of creation and universal energy. Although Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar in Tibet are world-famous, several Himalayan ranges within Nepal are also traditionally regarded as manifestations of Kailash. Nepalese folk beliefs, local cultures and religious traditions continue to honor these mountains with profound reverence. The four principal Kailash ranges described within Nepal are considered highly significant in terms of natural beauty, religious importance, cultural heritage and biodiversity. The local Himalayan communities living in the lap of these mountains continue to worship them as living forms of divine power. Original article by Dr. Basu Dev Krishna Shastri, first published on basudevkrishanashastri.com .