I still feel the energy of every step we took during this pilgrimage. We would like to thank Param Pujya 1008 Swami Ramanananda Giri Ji Maharaj, the head of Mahesh Sanyas Ashram with from the bottom of our hearts . Their blessings helped us every step of the way. We were able to complete the 64 Siddalinga Jyotirlinga Pada Yatra because of this.
The 64 Siddalinga Jyotirlinga Pada Yatra is a walk that is very meaningful. We walked across 11 areas of Bagmati Province in Nepal. We covered 1,000 kilometers in just 42 days. This was not a physical journey. The 64 Siddalinga Jyotirlinga Pada Yatra became a way for us to learn more, about ourselves and to change our minds, bodies and souls.
The Heart of the Yatra: 64 Sacred Siddalingas
The 64 Siddalingas form three connected circles around the holy Pashupatinath Temple in the Kathmandu Valley. We started our trip from Sindhuli District at Kusheshwor after saying prayers to the Bagmati River. Each day we did Rudra Abhishek at Siddalingas with pure devotion to the Siddalingas.
We stayed in lots of places like temples and sattals and Buddhist monasteries and schools and colleges and government offices and municipalities and community halls. The 64 Siddalingas were always on our mind. Around 75 people joined us on our trip to the 64 Siddalingas ranging from Batuks who’re Vedic students and Grihasthas and Sadhus and Saints and Sanyasis. The 64 Siddalingas brought all these people together. That made our journey to the 64 Siddalingas really beautiful and it felt good that everyone was included in our trip, to the 64 Siddalingas.
Sacred Rituals and Environmental Message in 64 Siddalinga Yatra
Throughout the yatra, we did 64 Siddalinga Rudra Abhisheks. The trip ended strongly at Rudragadeshwor, Pashupatinath Temple. We did a lot of things like Bagmati worship Pashupati Rudra Abhishek and a big 64 Siddalinga Havan.
The yatra was not just about spiritual growth. Equally important was its focus on protecting the environment and keep our rivers clean. We need rivers to do the sacred Rudra Abhishek with pure water. We saw how things like pollution hurt nature and our spiritual heritage. On this trip we said sorry, for things we did in the past that hurt nature and what is rightfully the divines, which is called Deva Adhikar or divine rights and we did this through the yatra and the Rudra Abhisheks and the 64 Siddalinga Havan.
Why Spiritual Tourism Matters in Nepal
This special idea shows how great spiritual tourism can be in Nepal. Nepal has a lot of things that can make people feel devoted and want to take care of the earth and learn about the culture and this is true for people who live in Nepal and for people who visit from other countries.
I think everyone should try walking on these paths. While walking with devotion helps us remember where we come from, it simultaneously benefits local residents and keeps old traditions alive. Spiritual tourism in Nepal is a thing and I think people should really explore spiritual tourism, in Nepal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long did the 64 Siddalinga Yatra take?
We completed the entire pilgrimage in 42 days, covering nearly 1,000 kilometers across 11 districts.
What is the significance of the 64 Siddalingas? These sacred lingas form three spiritual circles around Pashupatinath Temple and represent deep Shaivite tradition in Nepal.
Can anyone join this spiritual walking pilgrimage? Yes, people from different backgrounds joined us from Vedic students to householders and renunciates.
How does this yatra help with river conservation? We highlight the need for clean water for rituals, creating awareness about protecting rivers like the Bagmati for future generations.
With prayers to Lord Shiva, I express deep gratitude to everyone who supported this journey. May this yatra inspire many more souls toward devotion and conscious living.
With devotion and gratitude, Prakash Bolakhe Aananda Spiritual Tourism Nepal