Friday, July 4, 2025

What are some unknown facts about Amarnath Yatra?

 

Amarnath Peak : Lord Amarnath Cave is situated near Amarnath Peak in Ganderbal district.

Yatra : Well, annual Sri Amarnath Yatra was formally started by Maharaja Hari Singh in 1934.

Moon : Devotees believe Amarnath lingam increases and decreases according to lunar movement.

Shaktipeeth : It is also counted among 51 Shaktipeeths (sacred abodes of Goddess)

Epic : Amarnath Yatra has been mentioned by Rajtarangini - a historic epic- by Kalhan.

Rani : Rani Suryamati donated Trishuls and Banalingas to Lord Amarnath in 11th century.

Shepherd : Legend claims that this cave was rediscovered by Buta Malik , a shepherd in 1850.

Eternal : Devotees associate Amarnath ji with eternity.

Ice lingam : Lord Amarnath lingam is also known as Barfani Baba.

Arduous : Lord Amarnath Yatra is among the most arduous pilgrimages across the world.

Prayer : Sri Ganeshaya Namah Jai Sita Ram Jai Mata Parvati Barfani Baba ji !

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