Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Resumes After Six-Year Gap
Why in the news
The pilgrimage restarted after a six-year break, seen as an early revival of India-China people-to-people links after the Galwan clashes and the LAC standoff.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Pause | Six years; COVID-19 and border tensions |
| Route 1 | Nathu La pass, Sikkim |
| Route 2 | Lipulekh Pass, Uttarakhand |
Significance of the sites
- Mount Kailash (18,000 ft) and Lake Mansarovar rank high among Hindu holy places; Jain, Buddhist and Bon traditions revere them too.
- Mansarovar is a freshwater lake; its water is thought to cleanse the soul.
Exam angle
- Passes used: Nathu La and Lipulekh.