Mount Kailash in Tibet, sacred peak for the Kora pilgrimage circuit

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Route Central Asia

Kora Around Mount Kailash

The sacred circumambulation of Mount Kailash in western Tibet, revered by Buddhists, Hindus, Jains, and followers of Bön as the center of the world.

Countries

China

Distance

52 km

Duration

3 days

Difficulty

challenging

Historical Origins

The Journey

Associated traditions: Buddhism, Hinduism

Significant Places Along the Way

Modern Pilgrimage Experiences

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