Shamanism Trip in the Himalayas
Shamanism has been practiced for thousands of years worldwide that have developed a time-tested healing method. The rest of the world did not know Shamanism in the Himalayas before Nepal was open for trekking and climbing in the 1950s. Nepal has diverse nature and culture, with over a hundred ethnic groups, most of whom have their own Shamans. Shamanism in Nepal has long been practiced and co-exists with Hinduism and Buddhism. Thus Nepal is one of the most popular and sacred lands for the Shamanism tour in the world.
Shamanism is one of the oldest forms of healing that shares some common beliefs worldwide. These are the existence of spirits that can be good or evil. They can communicate with the spirits, cure sick people caused by them, and tell the future. Shamans often perform ritual prescribed by spirits who know and links the physical and spiritual world. They conduct ceremonial rituals, healing the patients, driving away from evil spirits, and appealing for wealth, health, and happiness. A Shaman heals both the living and the deceased. In healing those who pass away, the Shaman performs a Psychopomp ceremony to help those who have died cross over to a comfortable and peaceful place. The ceremony may also include clearing a home or land of spirits in unrest.
Shamans and Shamanism Tour in Nepal
Shamans are known as Dhami and Jhankri, although each ethnic group has its own name per their dialects. Local shamans hold great power and authority and are respected as a guardian of the societies in Nepal. Shamans devote their life to the community, and it is their responsibility to ensure the well-being of the family and community. Shaman, as a healer, examines animal entrails for signs, collects medicinal plants, performs sacrifices, and drives the spirit from the ill person's body. Each Shaman uses sacred objects, drums, chants, and dances to initiate and sustain inspiration from deities. Mountain Monarch customizes Shamanism trekking and tours in Nepal per the requirement. Shamanism activities can be added on a trek. Shamanism tour in Nepal is one of the emerging attractions for many spiritual travelers visiting the Himalayas.
