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Uttarakhand

Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra

The Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra is a 6-day spiritual and scenic journey in Uttarakhand’s Kumaon region, reaching 14,764 ft at Nabhidhang—without any trekking. Revered as the closest alternative to Kailash Mansarovar, Adi Kailash holds immense significance among the Panch Kailashas, while Om Parvat’s natural “ॐ” formation deepens the spiritual experience. Pilgrims and travelers visit sacred sites like Kutti Village, Parvati Sarovar, Gauri Kund, Bheem Ki Kheti, and Ved Vyas Gufa, offering moments of prayer, meditation, and introspection. The route also includes Kainchi Dham, Patal Bhuvaneshwar, Jageshwar Dham, and Chaukori. Along the way, stunning views of peaks such as Nanda Devi, Trishul, Panchachuli, and Chaukhamba unfold amid valleys, waterfalls, rivers, and hanging bridges. Blending mythology, nature, and serenity, this yatra leaves travelers with a deeply personal and life-changing experience

Key Highlights

 

  • Spiritual Significance: Adi Kailash is seen as a replica of Mount Kailash, believed to be Shiva’s abode, while Om Parvat’s ‘Om’ symbol is considered a divine manifestation.
  • Sacred Sites: The journey includes visits to the holy Gauri Kund, Parvati Sarovar, Kali Mata Temple, and the miraculous Sumchuma stream.
  • Breathtaking Scenery: Expect pristine lakes (like Parvati Sarovar), roaring rivers, ancient temples, lush valleys, and panoramic views of snow-clad mountains.
  • Challenging Yet Rewarding: It’s a trek through the Kumaon Himalayas, involving high altitudes (up to ~15,646 ft), requiring moderate fitness, with routes passing through places like Dharchula, Gunji, and Nabi.
  • Cultural Experience: The Yatra connects pilgrims with Hindu mythology, including legends of Lord Shiva and Ravana’s devotion, offering deep spiritual cleansing. 

What to Expect

 

  • Start Point: Often from Delhi or Kathgodam/Haldwani, heading to Dharchula.
  • Journey Through: Exploring Pithoragarh, Jageshwar, and ancient Ashrams.
  • Trekking & Sightseeing: Reaching Gunji, Nabi, Jolingkong (base for Adi Kailash), and Nabhidhang (viewpoint for Om Parvat).
  • Key Experiences: Witnessing the ‘Om’ on Om Parvat, bathing in or collecting water from Parvati Sarovar, and visiting the Shiva temple at Adi Kailash.
  • Return: Journey back through the scenic Kumaon region.