THE WORLDS
About Kailasa
The abode is not presented only as bare rock and snow. One vivid account describes herbs, flowering trees, lakes, waterfalls, birds and many kinds of animals. Celestial communities move through the setting, giving Shiva’s world a rich living character alongside its association with yoga and austerity.
The journey through Kailasa includes neighbouring regions connected with Alaka, the city of Kubera, god of wealth. Lakes, rivers and forests connect the sacred mountain with other divine communities. The visitors pass through this living landscape before finding Shiva in his place of teaching.
More About Kailasa
The divine abode of Shiva and Parvati in Shaiva traditions, distinct from physical Mount Kailash.
AT A GLANCE
Identity & Context
- Identity
- Realm
- Form
- Supreme abodes
- Tradition
- Hindu cosmological traditions
- Also Known As
- Divine Kailasa
- World & Associations
- Supreme abodes
THE STORY
