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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Kumbh_MelaKumbh Mela - Wikipedia

    The Khulasat-ut-Tawarikh lists the following melas: an annual mela and a Kumbh Mela every 12 years at Haridwar; a mela held at Trimbak when Jupiter enters Leo (that is, once in 12 years); and an annual mela held at Prayag (in modern Prayagraj) in Magh.

  2. Oct 7, 2024 · Dates and Location. The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 will be held in the sacred city of Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh, at the Triveni Sangam, where the rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati meet.

  3. kumbh.gov.in › en › introductionMaha Kumbh Mela 2025

    The Kumbh Mela (festival of sacred pitcher) is anchored in Hindu mythology. It is the world’s largest public gathering and collective act of faith. Discover the spiritual significance of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, the largest religious gathering on earth, held in Prayagraj.

  4. The Kumbh Mela is held at four major pilgrimage sites in India, and it rotates between these locations. The four sites and the frequency of the Kumbh Mela at each location are as follows: 1. Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad): Located at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers in Uttar Pradesh.

  5. Jan 27, 2021 · Kumbh Mela is held at - Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik and Ujjain - in a cycle of approximately 12 years. The Kumbh Mela dates are calculated in advance depending on the zodiacal positions of Brihaspati (Jupiter), Surya (the Sun) and Chandra (the Moon). Kumbh Mela in Haridwar - Chaitra (January–April)

  6. Oct 27, 2024 · Kumbh Mela, in Hinduism, religious festival that is celebrated four times over the course of 12 years, the site of the observance rotating between four pilgrimage places on four sacred rivers—at Haridwar on the Ganges River, at Ujjain on the Shipra, at Nashik on the Godavari, and at Prayag (modern Prayagraj) at the confluence of the Ganges ...

  7. Nov 6, 2024 · The Kumbh Mela is held here every 12 years. History of Maha Kumbh Mela. The story of the Maha Kumbh Mela comes from the myth of Samudra Manthan, a fight between the gods and the demons. According to the legend, during the churning of the ocean, both sides fought for 12 days to get the Amrit (nectar of immortality). While fighting, some drops of the Amrit fell at four places on Earth: Prayagraj, Ujjain, Haridwar and Nashik. These places are considered holy and the Kumbh Mela is held at these ...

  8. Embark on a pilgrimage of spiritual enlightenment at Maha Kumbh Mela 2025—where every step leads to Sanskritik Maha Kumbh; it's a celebration of India's diverse cultural heritage. Experience the soul-stirring rhythms of classical music echoing across the ghats and witness traditional dance forms.

  9. Aug 1, 2024 · Held at four sacred sitesPrayagraj (formerly Allahabad), Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain—the Kumbh Mela is a celebration that transcends religious rituals, offering a deep dive into India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage.

  10. indianculture.gov.in › social-practices-rituals-and-festive-events › kumbh-mela-0Kumbh Mela - Indian Culture

    Kumbh Mela or Kumbha Mela is a mass congregation of pilgrims who gather to take a bath/dip in a sacred river. The geographical location for the Kumbh Mela spans across four cities within India. In Uttarakhand, it is held in Haridwar with the site of observation being the banks of sacred river Ganga.