Throughout the world, humanity has a tradition of venerating the divine. The sacred mountain of ancient Greeks is Mount Olympus, the sacred mountain for Jews is Mount Sinai, for the Han people, it is Mount Kunlun, and for Tibetans, Mount Kailash is considered the gateway to the seventh invisible realm of great sages.
Regarded as the Center of the World
Mount Kailash is located in the Pulan County of Tibet, China. It resembles a pyramid and is bathed in light all year round. This sacred mountain has been a destination for pilgrims and explorers since ancient times, yet no one has ever reached its summit.
Moreover, various mysterious events frequently occur on this mountain, with some claiming that Mount Kailash could be the center of the Earth.
The height of Mount Kailash changes each year.
The secrets hidden within may illuminate the mysteries of the universe. It is called the “sacred mountain” not only for its beauty and sanctity but also for the many bizarre phenomena it conceals.
Notably, the mysterious numbers associated with Mount Kailash have a surprising correlation with monuments of ancient civilizations, such as the pyramids and Stonehenge. Some even suggest that these numbers imply that Mount Kailash has the power to distort time and space. Is this truly the case, or is it merely coincidence?
According to geographers, the height of Mount Kailash changes each year, but on average, it is 6,666 meters; the distance from Stonehenge to Mount Kailash is 6,666 kilometers. Interestingly, Kailash is also approximately 6,666 kilometers from the North Pole, while the distance from Kailash to the South Pole is exactly double that – 13,332 kilometers.
This may also be just a coincidence, but what happens next may not be random.
There are two famous pyramids in the world: the Pyramid of Mexico and the Great Pyramid of Khufu. Strangely, the distance between the Pyramid of Mexico and the Great Pyramid of Khufu is exactly three times the distance from the Great Pyramid of Khufu to Kailash. The distance from Kailash to Easter Island is exactly three times the length of Stonehenge.
After observation and speculation, some believe that the peak of Mount Kailash is, in fact, a pyramid. They think this is a remnant of ancient civilizations. So, is Mount Kailash truly the center of the Earth? Does it possess the power to distort time and space? There are still no definitive answers to these questions, but the experiences of some explorers and pilgrims may provide some clues.
The Ancestral Land of Life
According to mythology, Mount Kailash is the axis of the Earth or the ladder leading to heaven, a place where Heaven and Earth intersect. In Hinduism, Mount Kailash is regarded as the abode of Lord Shiva. Buddhism, on the other hand, believes that Buddha once lived here.
In reality, Mount Kailash is over 1,000 kilometers west of Lhasa, the capital of Tibet, and is a magnificent red conglomerate mountain, standing tall among surrounding ranges.
Its miraculous shape symbolizes Buddhism: Mandala, meaning a miniature universe, also representing the gathering of virtue and wisdom. The southern side of the mountain has flat stone layers that form steps leading to the celestial realms.
Mount Kailash is also regarded as the “Center of the World” in the hearts of followers of religions such as Buddhism, Bon, Hinduism, and Jainism, making it a sacred land that cannot be easily trespassed.
According to Buddhist legend, this is where one can find the city of the Gods, a holy place that preserves the mysterious knowledge of ancient people, also known as Mount Sumeru. It is said that the Buddha and 500 Arhats flew from Bodh Gaya (India) to Mount Kailash.
Subsequently, the Buddha sat on a rock in front of Mount Kailash and taught the Dharma to the Naga deities residing at the sacred Lake Manasarovar and the lake of demons, Lanka.
Mount Kailash is also the heavenly city of the Shomachi people, who practice enlightenment by transforming themselves into stone. This sacred area is surrounded by four mountains of the four Buddhas and Vajrasattva in the Five Wisdom Tathagatas, the caves of the master Milarepa, the monastery of the master Padmasambhava, and the cave of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.
Mount Kailash is a sacred place that cannot be easily trespassed.
According to Tibetan Buddhist teachings, Shambhala is the “pure and peaceful realm of sentient beings”, a legendary kingdom where people expand their hearts towards goodness and creativity, seeking spirituality to illuminate their future path.
For centuries, Tibetan Lamas have sought the true location of Shambhala, yet they have departed without ever returning. Perhaps they found this mysterious land and chose to stay, or they may have perished in their quest. In the end, no one has claimed to have found that mystical place.
It is said that in 1093, Master Milarepa, the founder of the Kagyupa sect of Tibetan Buddhism, came to Mount Kailash for meditation but was obstructed by Master Na Yurok Ban Qing of the Bon religion.
Na Yurok Ban Qing believed that the peak of Mount Kailash was the sacred mountain of Bon, and a Buddhist like Milarepa should not meditate there. The two sides argued continuously until they agreed to a debate to determine the victor; whoever reached the summit of Kailash first would be the winner.
As the contest began, Na Yurok Ban Qing rushed towards the peak, while Milarepa remained peacefully asleep, unhurried. Just as Na Yurok Ban Qing was about to reach the summit, he suddenly discovered Milarepa sitting calmly at the peak, gazing at him.
Na Yurok Ban Qing was astonished and fell backward. Today, there is a deep slide on the southern slope of Kailash, said to be the result of Na Yurok Ban Qing’s fall. From that point onward, the sacred mountain of Bon became the holy land for Buddhist practitioners.
At the foot of Mount Kailash lies Lake Manasarovar, named after Milarepa, who meditated here. In Tibetan, Manasarovar means “The Lake of Eternal Victory.”
Since that time, Tibetan Buddhism, previously on the brink of extinction, has experienced a powerful resurgence, like a phoenix reborn from the flames of Nirvana. Meanwhile, the peak of Kailash has become the most revered mountain among Buddhist followers, also regarded as the ancestral land of life that begins to regenerate.
In the early 20th century, a British explorer visited Mount Kailash. Hearing locals speak of a haunted area that had been untouched for over 300 years, the explorer’s curiosity was piqued, prompting him to seek a Tibetan guide to show him the site.
In a region filled with golden sands, the explorer saw a towering mound, atop which were the ruins of palaces and temples standing alone. In the cold wind, eerie sounds echoed, striking fear into hearts.
The Tibetans told him that there were caves on the mountainside, filled with ancient corpses. This only further excited the explorer, who ventured into the caves and discovered the first remnants of a civilization that had vanished from human sight for over 350 years.
Later, archaeologists found writings left by a Portuguese missionary in the caves. These records spoke of a mystery that remains unsolved to this day: there once existed an ancient kingdom called Guge, with 100,000 inhabitants.
However, this kingdom and its people suddenly vanished overnight. Since then, they have left no trace, and there are no historical records about them.
There are two theories regarding the disappearance of this kingdom. One suggests they were annihilated by the kingdom of Ladakh to the west. Another theory posits they were destroyed by natural disasters. However, many scholars argue that a massacre could not entirely erase the Guge civilization.
Moreover, the surviving relics from the Guge period do not appear to have been rapidly destroyed by natural disasters. Many speculate that the disappearance of the Guge kingdom may be related to the desecration of the sacred mountain…
Pilgrims worshipping the sacred mountain.
Forbidden to See the Divine
“No mortal may step upon the peak of Mount Kailash, amidst the clouds, for it is the dwelling of the gods. Anyone who dares to ascend the sacred mountain and see the gods shall perish!” This warning appears in nearly all ancient Tibetan texts.
However, in recent decades, many have disregarded this warning and ascended the mountain, recklessly attempting to conquer one of the world’s most mysterious peaks.
It may seem hard to believe, but climbers often face sudden weather changes, nearly insurmountable obstacles, and strange experiences—all of which compel them to retreat.
In the 1920s, British mountaineers Hugh Ruttledge and Colonel Wilson embarked on the first expedition to Mount Kailash, each taking a different route. Ruttledge was confident he could ascend the northern peak, but he was disappointed by his choice as the path he selected was extremely challenging.
Despite adverse weather conditions, he continued eastward and eventually found a route leading to the summit. However, it was too late; the temperature dropped unexpectedly, and fog obscured visibility, forcing Ruttledge to turn back.
A similar experience with unusual weather occurred with Colonel Wilson, who approached the mountain from the southwestern route. Just as he found an easier path to the peak, heavy snowfall abruptly halted his ascent.
Years later, Herbert Tichy, an Australian geologist, sought permission to climb the mountain. He was expected to be denied, as it was said: “Only those who are completely pure can ascend Mount Kailash. And such a person does not exist on Earth. With cliffs as steep as crystal, only flight can take one to the summit.”
In 1980, the Chinese government offered Reinhold Andreas Messner, considered the greatest climber of all time, the opportunity to conquer Mount Kailash.
For reasons unknown, Messner abandoned this intention at the last minute. He stated that if we were to conquer this mountain, it would mean conquering the most important spiritual element of humanity, which he deemed unwise and not to be done.
Also in the 1980s, a group of American tourists dared to climb this unclaimed mountain. The team was unprepared physically and poorly equipped, leading to the failure of their plans.
According to local residents, the events took a turn a few years later when the American climbers, around 30 years old, suddenly aged overnight. Their nails grew unusually long, and their hair turned stark white within two weeks.
Despite extensive research into this rapid aging phenomenon, no scientific explanation has been provided. The only explanation found in Tibetan texts states that the mountain is protected by supernatural deities capable of altering reality and time.
Of course, modern science does not acknowledge spiritual phenomena like divine mountains, but who can verify what has truly happened aside from the accounts of dozens who have felt powerful energy and experienced the mystical while approaching the mountain?
This suggests that mythological legends are not entirely fabrications of ancient imagination.
In 2007, Russian climber Sergei Cistiakov recounted after failing his expedition on Mount Kailash: “I am an experienced climber; I have undertaken dozens of expeditions to the peaks of the Himalayas, but what we experienced at this mountain surpassed my understanding.
Before this sacred and supposedly impregnable mountain, I felt weak in its greatness and feared I would end up like those before me, overwhelmed by its magic.
After ascending, both I and the other team members began to suffer from severe headaches. We thought it might be due to lack of oxygen at high altitudes. Hours later, our legs felt as heavy as lead, and I could barely crawl. I felt incredibly fatigued and suddenly haunted by the thought that I had no business being there and needed to return.
I began to inform my companions of my decision to turn back at all costs. As soon as we started descending, I felt liberated. My body relaxed, my muscles eased, and I felt as if I was walking without weight.
A powerful, benevolent energy enveloped my entire being. Although the expedition failed, I felt happier than ever.
I believe the warnings in Tibetan texts are not mere fantasy, and the experiences of countless climbers over the years are not just coincidences…”.
The Seventh Mystical Gate
The sacred mountain Kailash.
Since ancient times, this sacred mountain has been revered by all Asian peoples and is considered a holy land for four religions: Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Samana.
According to modern theories, Mount Kailash is hollow and represents the seventh gate, where great sages govern the world. Professor Ernst Muldashev, an ophthalmologist known in Russia for his unusual expeditions to Tibet, along with a team of specialists in geology, physics, and cave exploration, undertook an expedition to Tibet several years ago to decode the mysteries of Mount Kailash. They spent months at the foot of the mountain, researching and mapping the area, collecting legends and extraordinary testimonies about phenomena occurring around the mountain.
Ernst Muldashev recounted: “In the stillness of the night, there are often strange panting sounds that seem to emanate from within the mountain.
One night, my colleagues and I distinctly heard the sound of a rock falling, definitely from inside the mountain. I am convinced that Mount Kailash is not formed by natural geology, but is an ancient pyramid harboring unexplored mysteries.”
This hypothesis may seem bizarre but has been corroborated by geologists who studied the terrain and structure of the mountain. They confirmed that the mountain has a pyramidal shape and, like other great pyramids around the world, faces the four cardinal directions: East, West, South, and North.
In a subsequent study, scientific expedition experts were astonished to discover that the direction the Sphinx in Egypt faces is precisely towards Mount Kailash.
Moreover, according to Professor Muldashev’s hypothesis, the mountain’s height changes each year, averaging 6,666 meters. There is a remarkable correlation and similarity between the height of Mount Kailash and the North Pole, South Pole, Stonehenge, and the Great Pyramid of Giza.
It seems that the distance between Mount Kailash and the Stonehenge monument is 6,666 km. This same number appears again between Kailash and the North Pole, while the distance to the South Pole is 13,332 km, double the initial distance.
Numerologists believe that the number 6,666 certainly symbolizes something and is not coincidentally associated with Mount Kailash.
In recent years, there has been increasing discussion about the hypothesis that thousands of years ago, advanced civilizations unknown to us existed on Earth.
And the mysterious constructions of the world, such as Stonehenge, the Egyptian pyramids, or those in South America, were built by these prehistoric civilizations. Ernst Muldashev remains steadfast in his belief that the “pyramid” of Kailash in Tibet is the center of these architectures, interconnected by underground tunnels…
