The Majestic Magic of the Himalayan Mountains and the Messages They Hold

We  left the hotel in Pokhara, Nepal at 5:00 am. It was still dark, but our guide assured us it would be worth it. Our bus drove up a steep, winding road. We held our breath each time another bus went by, wondering if both buses would even fit. After parking,  we hiked in the semi-darkness up a long path of stone, pavers, and compacted dirt.  There were old people, young people, families, and even children. We all made the memorable hike, seemingly in the middle of the night, just to watch. I mused, “this must be something if all these other people are making the climb!”

Upon reaching our destination—Sarangkot, a popular viewpoint near Pokhara, Nepal, we were not  disappointed! Since we arrived early, I managed to get a front row seat. As I stood just behind the railings and gazed out to the Pokhara Valley and Phewa Lake below, I started to understand the magnificence and size of the great Himalayan Mountains. 

Just before the sun rose, the sky and mountains started to glow, getting brighter each moment as the sun started to ascend. People gasped. They shook their heads. It was unbelievable—like nothing we’d ever seen. People from all over the world came just to see the sunrise on the beautiful Annapurna Himalayan Mountains. It was truly magical!

Later that day we had another meaningful interaction with the Himalayans. We ventured to the World Peace Pagoda, constructed by Buddhist monks from Japan. This involved a lengthy hike and again, the most astounding views.

At the pagoda, it is required to remove your shoes to enter the Shanti Stupa where Buddha adorns the entrance. This is a 115-foot white dome with panoramic views of Phewa Lake, Pokhara city, and the Annapurna Himalayan range. Quite a sight!

Our guide encouraged each of us to enjoy some quiet time at the monument, so I removed my shoes and walked about pensively, admiring the views.  Then it hit—a most unexpected message, which I will relay to you, because these are insights that all should learn.

“These Himalayan mountains are infused with peace, compassion, and joy for all humanity. Reason the Great One created them. Reason Buddha and others consider  them holy. They (the mountains) hold human emotions, then coat them with peace and compassion, and let them go. Releasing them to form joy.

All emotions—good and bad—are transformed. One way is through the power of the Great Himalayan Mountains. It’s a place to revere in its importance and novelty. A place to tell others about so they can experience the transformation that such a sacred place can create in one’s own life.

Namaste. Thank you for coming,

The Great One, the God of your understanding, All That Is, The Universe or Spirit. However one refers to it.

Remember it’s all the same deity, for we are all One. One with each other (humans), animals, plants, the sky, the heavens, and the Earth. All our thoughts are constantly being transmuted together to create the life experiences we all have.

Take care and enjoy your journey.”