Located in Jammu and Kashmir. At the head of the sindh valley which is in Kashmir. Amarnath has the Himalayas to the north and the sasakat mountains to the south. This pilgrimage is for about 2 – 6 days. If you are coming here from srinagar then take the state highway all the way to chandanwari going via anantnag and paghalgam. You can even make a trip to amarnath from the Jammu nh1 A to khanabal through udhampur. With the beautiful culture here in India, as Kashmir struggles for its survival, all these are part of the great amarnath yatra.  The usually regular pilgrims who come through this route pass through enchanting places. Going upward to meet the amazing greatness and glory of their god. According to legends, on a pilgrimage, the person perceives with a mind the image of lord Shiva and his eternal splendor. Hence Shiva  [...]

The pilgrimage to mount kailash and manasarovar in the western region of Tibet has always been inspiring and a place to frequently visit for the Hindus, the Buddhist, the jains, and all the other people who come here to undertake a sacrament which is called the parikrama of the sacred mountain. . Over here there are many scenic sites and places to look at and be amazed.  Mount kailash over here is a superb place. The energy and enigma that is felt here is something everyone should get a chance to experience.  This mountain here dominates most of the landscape.  There are a lot of ambiguous tracings and designs that have been found in all the four faces. Another mountain is shaped like a moon, another one is the rakshas Tal, brooding, glittering and serene. If you look at the background of what you see in the directions of these  [...]

Visiting sacred places is always an essential for the religious. If you are looking for a spiritual journey then Mount Ararat is known for its spiritual, national and geographical importance. Mount Ararat is a snow-capped, dormant volcanic cone in Turkey. It has two peaks: Greater Ararat (the tallest peak in Turkey, with an elevation of 5,137m/16,854ft) and Lesser Ararat (with an elevation of 3,896m/12,782ft). Its summit is located 10 miles west of the Iranian and 20 miles south of the Armenian border. The Nakhchivan ex-clave of Azerbaijan is also in proximity to the mountain. The Ararat plain runs along its northwest to western side. Mount Ararat in Judea-Christian tradition is associated with the “Mountains of Ararat” where according to the book of Genesis, Noah’s ark came to rest. It also plays a significant role in  [...]

As introvert as god and as white as a winter moon, Mount Shasta is the second highest peak in the Cascade Range in northern California. Hidden in glaciers and unveiling grand lenticular cloud pattern, Mount Shasta is the young stratovolcano that is evident from its sharp conical top. Shaped like a four cones piled upon each other among the southernmost volcanoes in the Cascades, its largest subordinate peak is Shastina that is also the third highest pinnacle in the range. With the last eruption recorded in 1786; the sulphur springs next to its pinnacle does now allow one to ensure that it has become dormant forever. Its fame is spread far and wide such that it was judge against Mount Fuji of Japan on the basis of its permanent magnificence and holy significance. Worshipped by the Native Americans living in the area, the mountain  [...]

Located at 6 miles from Madaba in Jordan facing the Dead Sea at the northern tip, Mount Nebo is sacred mountain with 1000 m of height from where Moses viewed the Promised Land prior to his death. Due to this event, it is of great significance for the Christian pilgrims. Ascending from the Jordan Valley, Mount Nebo is the Biblical site from where you can become Moses and view the magnificent vistas of the Promised Land. Noteworthy remains of an early church and its stunning Byzantine mosaics have been found during the excavations by the Franciscans. On this dug site, a plain, but contemporary shield is built in honor of Moses. In 2000, Pope John Paul II came on his pilgrimage here and planted an olive tree as a sign of peace besides the Byzantine chapel. Mount Nebo Attractions Modern Sculpture: Made by an Italian artist on the summit’s  [...]

Mount Fuji (Fuji-san), the cone-shaped dormant volcano in Tokyo, is so named after the Buddhist fire Goddess Fuchi and is the home of the holy Shinto shrine of the Goddess Sengen-Sama at its pinnacle. Geographically, it is the highest mountain in the country at 12,388 feet and the most sacred among its ‘Three Holy Mountains’. Its dimensions are stunning with 25-30 miles of diameter, 78 miles of circumference, 1600 feet of the crater diameter, and 820 feet of the crater’s depth. Clearly visible from Tokyo in the west and situated in the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, the mountain is enclosed by five lakes namely, Lake Kawaguchiko, Lake Yamanakako, Lake Saiko, Lake Motosuko, and Lake Shojiko. As compared to other holy mountains, a hike to Mount Fuji is not considered impious. In fact, thousands of pilgrims and visitors trek to  [...]

Located on the island of Bali in Indonesia, the volcano Agung is the sacred mountain rising until 3148 m on whose slopes at 1000 m, the largest and utmost important Mother Temple of Besakih or Pura Besakih resides. It is now a part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The holy Pura Besakih is the only temple that welcomes a Hindu of any class. Built in the 10th century, it is a complex holding 22 temples on corresponding edges. The three main temples are devoted to the trinity Hind Gods – Lord Shiva (Perpetuator of Truth), Brahma (Creator of Universe), and Vishnu (Perpetuator of Life). Around these, there are some 18 sanctuaries of different castes. Erected prior to 1000 AD and containing stepped terraces, the temple was once a terraced edifice committed to the dragon god Besakih who is thought to reside on the holy Mount Agung. Legend According  [...]

Emei Shan, called Emeishan, Mt. O-mei, or Mt. Emei; is the highest holy mountain among the four devoted to Buddhism in China. Perched at a height of 3,099 m in the Szechuan province, Mt. Emei is now a part of the World Heritage Site due to its mind-blowing panorama, secret natural marvels, and historical Buddhist spots. Its slopes welcome varied climatic conditions and exotic wildlife where trees over 1,000 years old are still maintained well, and inhabitants since 10000 years. Ah! I found myself lucky to be amidst the naturally and religiously blessed Chinese land. The Emei Shan mountain was originally a Taoist haven, but in 3rd century A.D. converted into a sacred Buddhist mountain. The name of the sacred mountain means “Delicate Eyebrow Mountain” that is given because of the two peaks facing each other appearing as  [...]

Located in the remote and rugged Himalayan ranges in western Tibet, Mount Kailash is the mysterious peak and origin of the Indus, Sutlej, and Bramaputra Rivers in the Asian continent. Surrounded by two holy lakes of Mansarovar (highest fresh water body on Earth) and Rakshsthal, the sacred mountain holds utmost significance for four religions namely, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism, and the local Bon. Known as Gang Tise or Gang Rinproche in Tibet and Gangdisi Shan in China, it ascends up to 6714 m and is crisscrossed by many blue streams. Formed with a black rock, the balanced summit appears as a diamond-shaped structure with its four sheer fascias. What is to be noticed here is the manifestation of the ancient sign of good luck here known as swastika naturally formed on its south face where a vertical cut passes intersects its horizontal  [...]

Mountain Fuji is the highest mountain in Japan with an altitude of 3,776 metres. Located just west of the capital, Tokyo, Mount Fuji is one of Japan’s three Holy Mountains, the other two being Mount Tate and Mount Haku. A perfect symmetrical volcanic cone, Mt Fuji is a familiar symbol of Japan and is a top attraction for tourists, climbers as well as photographers and artists. Let’s have a look on the various exciting facts about Mt Fuji. It is surrounded by the small cities of Gotemba to the south, Fujiyoshida to the north and Fujinomiya to the southwest as well as by five lakes. The mountain is part of the Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park. Given a clear weather, the mountain is visible from Yokohama, Tokyo, and sometimes even from Chiba, Saitama and Lake Hamana. The climate is very cold at the summit and is covered by snow for  [...]