Amarnath Yatra is counted among the most prominent religious pilgrimages in Hinduism. The journey to Amarnath is considered to be very remote and difficult, but one of the most difficult religious journeys in the world is the journey to Shrikhand Mahadev. If you are preparing to go on Shrikhand Mahadev Yatra, then this news is useful for you.
The journey of Shrikhand Mahadev is starting on the 7th of July. This place is in Himachal Pradesh, where one can go through inaccessible areas. This place also has religious importance. Darshan of Shrikhand Mahadev will give an experience of a religious journey as well as an exciting journey. This perilous journey involves a steep climb of 32 kms.
Shrikhand Mahadev Yatra
Shrikhand Mahadev is situated at an altitude of 18570 feet, to reach here devotees have to travel 32 kilometers on foot. During this, there may be a lack of oxygen at high altitudes. It is said that this journey is more difficult than Amarnath Yatra.
Why is Shrikhand Mahadev famous?
It is believed that Bhasmasur followed Lord Shiva to kill him. Mother Parvati cried on this due to the fear of the demon. Nayan Sarovar was formed here from his tears, a stream of which falls 25 kilometers down to Lord Shiva's Gufi Nirmand's Dev Dhank. It is said that the Pandavas stayed at this place during their exile.
How to visit Shrikhand Mahadev
The yatra will start from Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh. During the 32-kilometer walk, one has to pass through difficult routes and glaciers. Medical and storage facilities are available on the way. It takes five to six days to complete the journey.
The snow path from Parvati Bagh to Shrikhand Mahadev has been made for walking. An online registration facility has also been provided for the yatra. A base camp has been set up at Ani Ke Jaon in Kullu. Apart from this, camps have been set up at 4 places.
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