Shivaratri is celebrated on the 6th night of the dark
Phalgun (Feb or March) every year. On the auspicious day, devotees observe fast
and keep vigil all night. Maharashtra marks the night when Lord Shiva
performed the 'Tandava'. It is also believed that on this day Lord Shiva was
married to Parvati Ma. On this day Shiva devotees observe fast and offer
fruits, flowers and bel leaves on Shiva Linga.
The Shrikhand Mahadev trek is a pilgrim trail that leads to the Shrikhand Mahadev peak (5227 meters/17150 ft.) named after Lord Shiva. . It is believed that Shrikhand Mahadev is one of the abode of Lord Shiva. Shrikhand Mahadev is natural rock-made shivalingam on the great heights of the mountains in the Himalayas.
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How to do this trek
Getting to/from: Can be attempted for Nirmand in Kullu district, Fancha in Shimla District or from Banjar. Toughest route is from Fancha side. Most popular and safest is Nirmand, Bagipul, Jaun, Taacharu, Nainser.
Guides and Porters: Guides and Porters can be hired from Nirmand of Baagi pul if required. .
Total Distance: 32-35 Kms one side. Maximum Elevation: 5162 meter – Shrikhand Peak.
Permits: No need of any kind of permits. .
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