Shamanism exists in all ethnic groups in Nepal and to the world in some extent. Shamanism Trekking designed by Adventure Zone Trekking & Expedition P.LTD offers you to observe a special occasion that takes place in Gosaikunda on every August at full moon day.Benefit of going to Gosaikund- Shamanism trekking by making special schedule to arrive on the 24th of August 2010 by departing on 19th of August 2010 from Adventure Zone Trekking & Expedition is that you can observe shamanism on the same trekking package in an affordable trekking cost.Shamanism Trekking package is mixed with normal trekking style till you are not in Gosaikund the day before full moon day on august and in this year on 24th of August 2010.It means ,it is necessary for you to arrive in Gosaikund at least on 23rd of august to observe shamanism and huge numbers of people from all parts of Nepal and also from other part of the world.
Gosaikunda Lake is a holly place situated at an altitude of about 4312 m. Surrounded by high mountains on the north and east, a grand and picturesque. Every year during Janai Purnima in August, thousands of Hindu pilgrims come here for pilgrimage and it is quite a sight. To observe all these, just join shamanism trekking from Adventure Zone Trekking & Expedition. The large rock in the center of the lake is said to be the remains of a Shiva shrine and it is also claimed that channel carries water from the lake directly to the tank at the Kumbheshwar Temple in Patan, 60 km to the south. Shamans ("Dhami") come from all over Nepal arrive to the lake and perform their tantrik knowledge on full moon night.
Shamanism trek includes with dancing and singing as well. This day is considered holy by the shamans whereby apprentices or "Jhankris" graduate into full shamans. Trekking in August can be a bit wet as the monsoon is at its last stages, but the greenery is at its best and since it is not peak season, it is best for people who do not want to be part of the crowd. Peaks like Langtang (23771 ft.), Dorje Lakpa (22929 ft.), Loen Pogang (23238 ft.), Phurbi Ghyachu (21844 ft.). From Ghopte; Annapurna, Himalchuli, Manaslu and Ganesh Himal can be viewed in Shamanism Trekking program. Langtang/Helambu trekking region is inhabited by ethnic groups/tribes of Sherpa, Tamang, Brahmin, Chettri.
NOTE: Shamanistic trantrik knowledge can be observed in all most all parts of Nepal especially in village/remote side. Shamanism remains scientifically unproved and people believe it exists. It will be a different experience to involve in such activities. If you are interested on this, just write us we will manage it and you can join, it is so much of fun and serious matter as well. We have been managing to many people who were interested.
