Jan 11, 2025
7 Facts You Didn't Know About The Maha Kumbh Mela
Facts
– Kumbh Mela is one of the world’s largest peaceful gatherings of pilgrims.
– The festival occurs every 12 years, rotating between four sacred cities in India.
– The Mela traces its origins to the Hindu mythology of the nectar of immortality.
– Millions of devotees bathe in the sacred rivers, believing it cleanses sins.
– Kumbh Mela has been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
– The Mela attracts people from various faiths, cultures, and backgrounds, fostering unity.
- Mahakal Shahi Snan is considered the most auspicious bathing ritual at the Kumbh.
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