Lipulekh Route to Kailash Mansarovar: Mount Kailash View From India

Discover the newly accessible Lipulekh Route to Kailash Mansarovar for viewing Mount Kailash and Om Parvat. Drive from Dharchula and trek 800 meters to a stunning vantage point, starting September 15. Perfect for pilgrims and adventurers alike!

Lipulekh is the border between India, Nepal, and Tibet. Civilians cannot go beyond this point. From here, you can see Mount Kailash.

Dharchula to Lipulekh Road

Uttarakhand’s old Lipulekh Route to Kailash Mansarovar  will welcome devotees for a view of Mount Kailash from September 15. Tourists can drive up to Lipulekh from Dharchula and then walk 800 meters to a vantage point for viewing Kailash peak and Om Parvat.

The old Lipulekh

Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra

The Kailash-Mansarovar Yatra via the Lipulekh pass was suspended in 2019 due to the COVID-19 outbreak, and the route has not yet been reopened by the Chinese authorities. This sacred trek takes devotees and adventurers to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, lies in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China.

From September 15 onwards, pilgrims will be able to drive up to Lipulekh from Dharchula. From there, they will need to walk approximately 800 meters to reach the vantage point for viewing the Kailash peak. Pilgrims can also view Om Parvat from within Indian territory without any hassles, all in the course of a single trip.

Mount Kailash

Mount Kailash sits at an altitude of 6,638 meters (21,778 feet). Known as the home of God Shiva and his consort Parvati, Mount Kailash is  the ultimate destination for devotees seeking moksha (liberation). The Yatra typically takes about 2-3 weeks and involves rigorous trekking through high-altitude terrains, making it physically challenging.

FAQ

Q. Llipulekh Darra Kaha Hai?

A. This pass connects Pithoragarh district in India with the Tibet region of China. It is the last point in India. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, a Hindu pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, goes through this pass.