Mount Kailash Travel Guide

Mount Kailash is located on the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau in Tibet. It is a holy place for both Buddhism and Hinduism, and its sacred glow has shone for more than two thousand years, inspiring awe and contemplation in people around the world. Below is a Mount Kailash travel guide for you.

Stills from the movie “Mount Kailash”—Devout prayers

After watching the documentary “Mount Kailash,” I was deeply moved for a long time. Even now, as I write these words, I can still feel a surge of emotions flowing through my body. Mr. Ma asked me about my thoughts on the film, but I was speechless. It wasn’t that the film was difficult to understand, but that I was too immersed in certain profound emotions and couldn’t extricate myself at that moment. This peculiar feeling can only be experienced by those who have seen the film. So I want to say: If you’ve already been to Tibet, you must watch “Mount Kailash,” because it will take you back to the authentic Tibetan culture and beliefs; if you are still longing to go to Tibet, you must watch “Mount Kailash,” because there are no words that can better introduce Tibet than it.

On the pilgrimage route, it is also a journey of spiritual purification

So after thinking for a long time, I answered Mr. Ma: “This is a grand epic film about the soul.” I’ve been longing to go to Tibet since 7 or 8 years ago. I’ve watched movies like “Turning Point” and documentaries like “The Third Pole,” as well as numerous travelogues written by hikers on forums, but I’ve never been able to make the trip. All kinds of reasons, all kinds of considerations, all kinds of uncertainties, in short, I just couldn’t go. But everyone in the film, when they talked about going to Mount Kailash for a pilgrimage, immediately decided, without the slightest hesitation. Because in their hearts, going to Mount Kailash on pilgrimage is the most blessed thing in their life. Speaking of Mount Kailash, this is what Baidu Encyclopedia says: Mount Kailash is recognized as a sacred mountain worldwide. It is recognized as the center of the world by Tibetan Bon religion, Hinduism, Tibetan Buddhism, and ancient Jainism. Mount Kailash means “sacred mountain” in Tibetan and “Shiva’s paradise” in Sanskrit (Shiva is the main deity of Hinduism). Bon religion originated here. Therefore, for devout Tibetan people, being able to go on pilgrimage to Mount Kailash is a great honor and blessing.

The little protagonist in the movie “Mount Kailash”—a 9-year-old girl who participated in the pilgrimage

When we spend our days complaining about the unfairness of life, Tibetan elders in their 70s are already walking further and further on the pilgrimage route, even though it may be a one-way trip; when we are still immersed in the glitz and glamour, squandering our youth, 9-year-old girls are already following their elders on the pilgrimage without hesitation, even though they don’t yet understand the meaning of the pilgrimage. For some, pilgrimage is for religious faith, for others, it’s for searching for the meaning of life, for others, it’s for escaping to a faraway place, and for many more, it’s for the happiness and well-being of others.

Measuring every inch of the land beneath their feet with their bodies

When we are lost, when we are hesitant, do we know where the direction of life is; when we are lonely, when we are regretful, do we know where the meaning of life is. We are accustomed to seeking everything we want from the outside, even including our ideals and hopes. After watching “Mount Kailash,” we suddenly realize that the power within is actually enormous. What kind of willpower makes them persevere for over 2,500 kilometers; what kind of faith makes them even risk their lives to go on pilgrimage, we don’t know. But I think we can find the answers in this film.

Even the blizzard can’t stop the direction of the pilgrimage.

The whole film doesn’t have any exciting or convoluted storylines, nor any dazzling or colorful big-budget scenes, just the natural performances of ordinary Tibetan people. I won’t go into detail about the film’s details here; I suggest you go to the theater and enjoy it quietly. I’m ready to watch it again. If you happen to be moved by the film, it’s just because of the most authentic behaviors, expressions, and everyday words. They will push open your tightly shut heart without warning, allowing your true emotions to flow out quietly, then letting your thoughts fly freely until your heart calms down. I believe that everyone who watches this film will have their own understanding and insights. And everyone who has spiritual pursuits should watch this film.

Pilgrimage, we are always on the road.

If there is paradise in your heart, why fear the distance! May everyone have their own Mount Kailash in their hearts.