Kinner Kailashकिन्नर कैलाश
A sacred peak with a tall natural Shiva Linga.
See what is open on your dateOpen in Google MapsWhereKinnaur, Himachal Pradesh
Kinnaur and the Sutlej valley
Kinnaur and the Sutlej valley
Best time to visit15 July to 15 September
Good seasonsMonsoon (June to September)
DifficultyVery Difficult
Height6050 m above sea level
Time needed2 to 3 days
Base and nearbyReckong Peo, Reckong Peo
EntryFree
ClosuresUsually closed 1 October to 14 July. The trek is closed by snow from October to mid July.
About Kinner Kailash
A sacred peak, 6,050 metres high, with a 79 feet natural rock pillar said to be a Shiva Linga, which changes colour through the day. The trek, a hard 14 km climb from Tangling village, is made by pilgrims from July to September. Fitness, a guide and a permit are needed.
What to see and do
- 79 feet Shiva Linga rock
- Sacred trek in July to September
- Start at Tangling village
- View of Kalpa
- Guide and permit needed
Part of The Himalaya.
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