Mt. Kailash (6714 m) is believed to be the physical embodiment of the mythical Mt Meru, said to be the centre of the universe or ‘navel of the world’. Mt. Meru is often depicted as a mandala and its image occurs throughout Buddhist and Hindu parts of Asia. The circumambulation of Mt. Kailash is an important pilgrimage. Hindus believe, Lake Manasarovar (4727m), was created by Brahma as a reflection of the depth of his soul- ‘Manas’ representing the female energy of Yoni of the Universe, while Mt. Kailash symbolizes the male energy of the Lingum. Lake Manasarovar is the highest body of fresh water in the world. The glaciers of Mt. Kailash & Mt. Gurla Mandhata feed this lake. Manasarovar is also believed to be the source of three major rivers Brahmaputra, Sutlej & Indus .