AMARNATH
The Waxing and Waning Sivalinga of Amarnath

From here up to Mahagunus pass, the party has to ascend to reach Panchatarni, the third halt lying at a height of 11,I05 feet. the gorgeous scenery at every stage of trek relieves the boredom and fatigue of the troublesome trekking. The party then starts descending to proceed down a very sleep and continuous descent. This halt has picturesque camping. ground and provides all the n ceded amenities. It is here the piligrims deposit their extra luggage as done in clock rooms and start towards the cave lying a 6 kms distance. After this onerous trek, the party reaches Amaravathi stream flowing with crystal clear ice cold water, just outside the cave. Every one takes a dip in it with great jubilation and. feel emancipated at having reached the Siva Sannidhi and also covering the long distance by walk. Now remains the darsan of the All-merciful Maheswar.

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