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High on the remote western Tibetan plateau in the northern region of the Himalayas, situated The Holy Mount Kailash at a height of 6714m (22156 ft) above sea level; The Tibetan people have named it Kang Rinpoche, to the Tibetans as Gang Timpoche (Precious Jewel of Snow), it is indeed a rare opportunity and privilege for all devotees who have been dreaming to be close to the home of the Gods in this world. Situated to the north of the Himalayan barrier, this legendary snow-surrounded rock dome is revered by four different religions {i.e. for Buddhism, Jainism, Bonpo (a religion prior to Buddhism in HighlightLocal cultureTrekking |
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Destination | Smikot to Mt. Kailash Trek and Guge Kingdom |
View Details 29 Days |
Mt. Kailash - Western Tibet - Tibet | | |
Having travelled to Upper Mustang via Jomsom 20 years ago, the changes this time are dramatic. After getting off the plane at Jomsom airport, one is greeted not by the sound of mule bells but by mo

'When you come around the corner, you will see a sight that will move your soul.' So wrote my Sirdar in an email to me after his reconnaissance trip into the Nar Phu valleys in August 2005.