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Being the earthly abode of Lord Shiva, Mount Kailash is revered for its immense religious importance in addition to its majestic beauty. This mountain is shrouded in mystery, from old myths and traditions that captivate both scholars and explorers to inexplicable natural phenomena. Let us check out the 6 mysterious secrets of this divine mountain further. 

6 Mysterious Secrets Of Kailash Parvat 

1. Known As The Centre Of The World 

The holy peak Mount Kailash is located in the Tibetan Plateau. It is regarded as the home of the gods and is renowned as the centre of the world. For ages, Mount Kailash has been a revered location for pilgrims, including Buddhists, Jains, Bonpos, and Hindus. Thousands of pilgrims attempt the difficult ascent to the peak each year in the hopes of attaining enlightenment. 

2. Known As The Stairway Between Paradise And Earth 

For Hindus, Lord Shiva resides atop Mount Kailash. It is also believed to be the spot where Shiva defeated Ravana, the ruler of the demons. Buddhists believe that Shakyamuni Buddha acquired enlightenment on Mount Kailash. It is the place where Jains believe their founder, Rishabhadeva, attained moksha, or freedom from the cycle of life and death. 

According to sacred Hindu texts, Mount Kailash is known as the earthly abode of Lord Shiva. (Image Source: Canva)

3. Self-Created Om Symbol 

Scholars have been contemplating the mystery of the Om symbol's creation on Mount Kailash for decades. Some think it was made by Indian sages, and some think it was made by Chinese Emperor Fu Xi. The origins of the Om symbol are the subject of several hypotheses, although no one is certain of its exact creation. 

4. The Lakes' Astonishing Resemblance To The Sun And Moon

The striking similarity between the lakes and the sun and moon is only one of the many mysteries surrounding Mount Kailash. While some think the lakes are natural formations, others think they were formed by a meteorite strike. Whichever way they came from, the lakes are breathtaking. Manasarovar, the lake with the sun, is said to be the birthplace of Lord Brahma. Rakshesa-tal, the lake with the moon, is supposed to be Lord Shiva's home.

5. No Human Could Ever Climb Its Peak 

Lord Shiva is believed to reside atop Mount Kailash, which is additionally believed to be the centre of the cosmos. It is speculated to be the site of the first human creation. The top of the mountain, which is in Tibet, is 22,028 feet (6,714 metres) above sea level. It is quite difficult to access the incredibly isolated and mountainous terrain surrounding Mount Kailash. 

There has never been a human climber to the top of Mount Kailash. While some have gone nearly, they have consistently been forced back by severe gusts or other hindrances. It appears that climbing the mountain is simply too challenging. 

6. On Mount Kailash, There Is A Face Resembling Lord Shiva

NASA scientists have noticed that Mount Kailash, located in the far southwest of Tibet, has a surprising secret: it resembles Lord Shiva's face. Mount Kailash parikrama, a holy pilgrimage, starts in Yamdwar, where the South face of Kailash is visible, and continues until Dirapuk, where the North face is visible. The mountain changes with each step, showing off new features as it moves from the south face to the west face and ultimately the north face. 

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The mountain changes as hikers move forward, revealing its west face, which is where a large, human-like face appears. Bhole Bhakts, who are devotees of Lord Shiva, consider it to be the face of Lord Shiva. 



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