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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Begins
The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra begins with the first batch of pilgrims crossing into China via the Nathu La pass. Nathu La is in the Dongkya Range of the Himalayas in East Sikkim and connects Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region at 4,310 m.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra and Nathu La Pass:
| Dimension | Key Details |
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| Nathu La Pass: Location | Nathu La is a mountain pass located in the Dongkya Range of the Himalayas in East Sikkim. |
| Nathu La Pass: Connectivity and Elevation | Nathu La connects Sikkim with the Tibet Autonomous Region at an elevation of 4,310 m. |
| Pilgrimage Location | The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a holy pilgrimage in the Western Himalayan ranges of the Tibetan Autonomous Region. |
| Periodicity and Season | The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is conducted annually from April to October. |
| Routes | The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is conducted through 2 routes: Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand) and Nathu La Pass (Sikkim). |
| Key Sites Covered | The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra comprises Mount Kailash, the highest peak in the Kailash Ranges, and Lake Mansarovar, the world’s highest freshwater lake. |
| Religious and Cultural Significance | The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is considered holy in Hindu, Jain, and Buddhist religions. |