Shrikhand Mahadev, one of the toughest pilgrimages in India, is known for Lord Shiva in Hindu Mythology. Here is some information about world’s highest 72 feet Shiva Linga on 18750 Feet Hight of Kullu Himachal Pradesh, known as Shrikhand Mahadev.

Shrikhand Mahadev Temple is situated at 18500 feet above sea level of Kullu Himachal Pradesh India.The Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. So it is a place of great attraction for the religious people as well as for climbers -Shrikhand Mahadev Peak Tour. A few glaciers also have to be crossed before reaching the majestic peak of Shrikhand, where pilgrims perform puja. The rock-made shivalingam is around 72 feet in height.The trekking up Shrikhand Mahadev Peak starts from the Jao Village.

The yatra is steep and there is low oxygen on the top. This pilgrimage tour is also popular as Srikhand Kailash Yatra in Himachal Pradesh. The dates for the yatra or pilgrimage are only between July and August and lasts for 15-20 days in a year. Guru Poornima is the eve when the yatra starts. The road to the peak remains closed after this period. Heavy snowfall and storms begin by the month of October.

Travelers need to carry sufficient dry food and glucose with them. It is also necessary for them to get a health check up done before they actually go on the yatra. There is hardly any medical aid center on the way and only Shrikhand Mahadev Seva Dal serves free meals to the pilgrims.