Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
Aadi Kailash
Aadi Kailash is a Himalayan peak revered as a likeness of Tibet's Kailash, with Parvati Sarovar and Gauri Kund close below.
Pilgrims call Aadi Kailash a smaller twin of Tibet's Kailash. Parvati Sarovar, a lake, and Gauri Kund, a sacred pool, lie near its base. The mountain is linked to Shiva and Parvati and is revered by Hindus, Jains, Buddhists and followers of the Bon Po faith.
A Shiva temple draws the pilgrims. The lake is associated with Parvati, and the pool belongs to the same tradition.
Wide mountain scenery, demanding trekking trails and a prayerful calm mark the surroundings, so the area appeals to devotees and adventure walkers alike.
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