10 July, 2012

2013 SHRIKHAND KAILASH TREK CIRCUIT MAP BY :- KARAN


This Shrikhand Kailash Trek Circuit Map has Been Created by myself for all pilgrims and Lord Shiva Devotee. - KARAN

श्रीखण्ड कैलाश यात्रा 2013


प्रिय शिव भक्तों,
सभी शिव भक्त जनों को यह जानकर हार्दिक प्रस्न्त्ता होगी की हर साल की भाँती इस वर्ष भी 18वी बार श्री खण्ड महादेव कैलाश यात्रा 15जुलाई 2013 श्रावण संक्रांति से शुरू होने जा रही है और श्री खण्ड सेवा दल के तत्वाधान में यह यात्रा 25 जुलाई 2013 तक चलेगी।

यात्रा का संक्षिप्त विवरण :

आप रामपुर बुशैहर ( शिमला से 130 कि०मि०) से 35 किलोमीटर की दूरी पर बगिपुल या अरसू सड़क के रास्ते से पहुँच सकते है। बगीपुल से कि० मि० जावं तक गाडी से जाया जा सकता है। जावं से आगे की यात्रा पैदल होती है। यात्रा के तीन पडाव सिंघ्गाद, थाचरु, तथा भीम्द्वार की दूरी कि० मी० है। इन तीनो पड़ावों में श्री खण्ड सेवा दल का लंगर दिन रात चलाया जाता है। भीम्द्वार से श्री खण्ड कैलाश दर्शन 7 कि० मि० की दूरी पर है तथा दर्शन के बाद भीम्द्वार आना अनिवार्य होता है।

दर्शनीय स्थल :

प्राकृतिक शिव गुफा देव्धांक , प्राचीन परशुराम मंदिर , दक्षिणेश्वर महादेव व् अम्बिका माता मंदिर निरमंड , संकटमोचन हनुमान मंदिर अरसू , गौर मंदिर जावं , सिंघ्गार , ब्रह्तीनाला , थाचरु ,जोग्निज्योत कालीघाटी ,धान्क्द्वार , कुंशा , भीम्द्वार , बकासुर वद्ध , दुर्लभ फूलों की घाटी पार्वतीबाग , माँ पारवती की तपस्थली नैनसरोवर , महाभारत कालीन विशाल शिलालेख भीम्वाही तथा कैलाश दर्शन।



30 June, 2010

Ready Get Set Go......!!!

All Shiv Bhakt's,

I am glad to tell you that tents has been installed at every hault.
1. Singhad
2. Thachru
3. Kunsha
4. Bheemdwaar
5. Parwati Bagh

So, make ur program as per your convenience, and feel free to contact me for any further queries.
(NOTE : Please Don't Forget to take rain suit and trek shoes with you.)

Regards :
Karan Singh Thakur

18 March, 2010

TRAVELLING AND DISTANCE INFORMATION

It is a 70 k.m. two-way track passing through Dense Forests, Water streams, Sprawling meadows and Lofty mountains.

The climb is little bit difficult but it offers a panoramic ranges view.The journey to the place can be undertaken from Baghipul village situated in Nirmand, district Kullu which is 115 k.m. (approx.) from Shimla.

It is advisable to undertake this journey when the Shrikhand Management Committee puts up camps at different places in July where they provide food, tea and water besides night shelter. Local people also pitch tents and offer food and stay but on payment basis.

Shrikhand Kailash Yatra Samiti made arrangements for travellers and establish camps at Singhgad, Thachdu and Bheemdwar.

Jaon village in Kullu district can be reached by vehicle. From there, one can head for the base camp 2.5 k.m. (approx.) away at Singhgad. For night stay, there’s tented accommodation as well as a forest hut. At night, pilgrims can join and enjoy the jagrata as a treat for the journey.

After spending the night here yatris can start their journey early morning. The trek from Singhgad to Brahti Naala along the splattering River is lined with a variety of plants, and trees. It would be wise to carry drinking water for the way since the track from here becomes a bit difficult to reach 2nd night hault point called Thachru, which is 8 k.m. (approx.) away from Brahti Naala. Between a resting place has been constructed. During the yatra period, the organisers provide food/eatables at this place too.

From Brahti Naala one has to make an almost vertical ascent called Dandi Dhar (not exactly straight like a stick), till Thachru (2nd night stay) and carry on to next day till Kaali Ghati (here ends dandi dhar), which can be quite exhausting. On the top of the hill is an ancient temple of Godess Kaali.

After Kaali Ghati a beautiful location comes before ur eyes named Kunsha. Again, one passes through sprawling meadows laden with wild flowers and Herbs.
(Note : Please avoid trekking in sunlight or use masks to avoid intoxication by Hazardous Gases produced by wild flowers and herbs)

The path till Bheemdwar (3rd night stay) from Kunsha is quite narrow and dangerous.
After 3rd night hault at Bheemdwar, one should move for Holy "Shrikhand Kailash" peak quite early (preffered timings : 3:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.), so as to return to the camp before 6:00 p.m. , as there is no shelter on the way between Bheemdwar and Destination Peak "Shrikhand Kailash".

The 3 k.m. (approx.) track begins from Bheemdwar to reach Nain Sarovar is slippery-cum-Rocky and has to be crossed too. All precautions have to be taken as this track becomes unsafe after the rains / hail.

After reaching Nain Sarovar, the ascent through big boulders is steep and quite tough. The rare Wild Lotus (Brham Kamal) grown amidst the boulders is an endangered species but localites pluck them for religious beliefs.
(Note : Please Avoid Smelling wild folwers)

A few Glaciers also have to be crossed before reaching the Holy peak of "Shrikhand Kailash", where pilgrims perform puja. The view from 5425 mt. (approx.) is simply splendid — one literally feels on the top of the world. The surrounding snow-covered peaks and mountains adds mind blowing view for photography.

Nobody can stay on the top for a long time as the winds there are very strong and bone-chilling. The downward journey from the top should start before 4:00 p.m. as the weather starts worsening in the afternoon.

FOR ANY TYPE OF ENQUIRY, PLEASE CONTACT :-

" SHRIKHAND SEWA DAL " (Hamirpur-Rampur Bushahr-Arsu)
Mr. Tarsem Lal, Hamirpur : 094181-14859 , 01972-224988
Mr. Sudesh (Pammi), Rampur Bushahr : 094181-29935
Mr. Gobind Sharma, Arsu : 094182-86411
Mr. Karan S. Thakur, Rampur Bushahr : 
098169-77777 
e-mail :
thakur00001@gmail.com
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IMPORTANT POINTS TO KEEP IN MIND :-
[1] Respect the natural environment at all times. Do not litter, burn wood, play loud music, pluck plants or herbs, or disturb wildlife. Carry all your litter back with you. Follow established protocols regarding toilet.
As the saying goes : " Take nothing away but memories, leave nothing but footprints ! "

[2] On many treks forest rest houses or huts are available for the first day or so, but do not depend on them and carry your sleeping bags or tents (please enquire with SHRIKHAND SEWA DAL, while planning). Reservations should be made in advance with the local DFO or Range Officer.

[3] It is risky to go on treks without a competent local guide, especially at higher altitudes or where passes have to be crossed or glaciers negotiated. Always hire a guide or obtain the services of an authorised, registered tour operator. You can find a list of them on web-site of Himachal Tourism or check with local District Tourism Development Officer or with "SHRIKHAND SEWA DAL".

[4] Do not take these treks lightly or be casual about preparing for them. Be well equipped with appropriate camping gear, food stuffs, clothes, medicines, boots, torches ets. (Essentials / Accessories are defined further). Any good tour operator will give you a list, or you can find it on web-site of Himachal Tourism.

[5] Always respect local sentiments, culture and practices. People in these remote communities in Himachal are very warm-hearted and hospitable to a fault. Do not abuse their trust. Any good guide will tell you about local customs and taboos, which must be respected. Trekking is not just about getting to a place, but the experiences involved - so enjoy them.

[6] You must always watch the weather. This can change suddenly at higher altitudes, So be prepared to modify your itinerary. Do not be fool-hardy or display misplaced bravado. In these areas Nature is king, and you must follow its dictats.
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THINGS YOU MUST CARRY :-
[A] EATABLES :-
1. Hajmola (for proper digestion)
2. Maggi / Wai-Wai
3. Dry Fruits (kaju-kishmish-badam)
4. Chocolates / Toffes
5. Biscuits (sweet / salty)
6. Namkeen
7. Jaggery (gur)
8. Mineral Water (bisleri)
9. Basen Ki Burfi (it tastes gud while trek)
10. Gulucose (glucon-d)
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[B] CLOTHES :- (just take one trekking kit)
1. Lowers (pajama) - 1 pc.
2. T-Shirt - 2 pc.
3. Sweater / Cardigan - 1 pc.
4. Rain Suit - 1 pr.
5. Jacket / Windcheater - 1 pc.
6. Hat / P-cap / Sheriff Cap - 1 pc.
7. Warm Cap / Monkey Cap - 1 pc.
8. Plastic Bag / Polythene (for wet kit) - 1 pc.
9. Socks - 2 pr.
10. Hankerchief / Bandana (rumaal) - 2 pc.
11. Hand Towel - 1 pc.
12. Undergarments- 2 pr.
13. Shorts / Barmuda (nikkers) - 1 pc.
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[C] ACCESSORIES etc. :-
1. Lighter
2. Torch (yellow light)
3. Extra Pair of Battry (for torch)
4. Plastic Rope (very thin)
5. Stick (for trek support)
6. Hunter Shoes (bata / lakhani)
7. Toilet Paper
8. Thermo Sheet (6 ft. X 2.5 ft.)
9. Kapoor (smell on higher altitudes)
10. Dhoop / Prashad (dry only)
11. Matchbox (maachis)
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[D] COSMETICS :-
1. Hand Mirror
2. Hair Oil / Gel / Cream
3. Cold Cream
4. Sunscreen Lotion
5. Comb
6. Tooth Brush
7. Tooth Paste

8. Paper Soap
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[E] FIRST-AID KIT :-
1. Betadine
2. Bandage
3. Sticker Band-Aid

4.Cotton Band-Aid
5. Cotton
6. 
Histec (evt) - Anti-Acid
7. Moov / Ibugesic Spray
8. Dettol
9. Muscle Relaxant tab.
10. Crocine
11. Quadriderm - Anti Itching Cream
12. Disprin
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17 March, 2010

7 KAILASH's

It is believed there are total (seven) 7 Kailash mountains :-
1.) The well known Mansarovar Kailash in Tibet.
2.) Adi Kailash in Pithoragarh district of Uttrakhand.
3.) Amarnath Kailash in Jammu & Kashmir.
4.) Kinner Kailash in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh.
5.) Mani Mahesh Kailash in Chamba District of Himachal Pradesh.
6.) Sri Khand Kailash in Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh.
7.) Seventh one is believed to be Boorha Kailash and is yet to be located.