About Kumbh Mela
Maha Kumbh, the world’s largest spiritual gathering, is a grand celebration of faith, culture, and devotion held every 12 years at the Triveni Sangam—the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. Millions of pilgrims and seekers converge at sacred rivers to take a holy dip, believed to cleanse sins and bring spiritual liberation.This year, the Maha Kumbh Mela is scheduled to take place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, from January 13 to February 26.History and Spiritual Significance
The origins of the Kumbh Mela are deeply rooted in ancient Hindu traditions, serving as a congregation for spiritual discourse, cultural activities, and ritualistic bathing. The Triveni Sangam holds immense spiritual importance, as bathing here is believed to purify the soul and absolve sins, facilitating liberation from the cycle of birth and death.Mythological Background
According to Hindu mythology, the Kumbh Mela is linked to the legend of Samudra Manthan (the churning of the ocean) by the Devas (gods) and Asuras (demons) to obtain Amrita, the nectar of immortality. During this event, drops of Amrita fell at four locations: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik, making them sacred sites for the Kumbh Mela.Maha Kumbh Snan
Auspicious Bathing Dates13 Jan
14 Jan
29 Jan
03 Feb
12 Feb
26 Feb
Things To Do
Experience Kumbh Mela
Ideas To Plan Your Trip
Basant Panchami Snan
Maha Shivratri Snan
Heritage Walk
Family-Friendly Kumbh Day
Photowalk and Scenic Day
Places To Visit
Triveni Sangam
RIVER CONFLUENCESacred confluence of three rivers
Allahabad Fort
HISTORICALMughal architecture and history
Khusro Bagh
GARDENMughal garden with tombs
Anand Bhavan
MUSEUMFormer home of Nehru family
Mayo Hall
ARCHITECTUREColonial-era architectural marvel
Company Garden
PARKLush greenery and serene atmosphere
Swaraj Bhawan
HISTORICALHistoric site of Indian independence movement
Minto Park
PARKRelaxing green space
Alfred Park
PARKHistoric park with lush lawns
Thornhill Mayne Memorial
MEMORIALMemorial dedicated to British officer
Mankameshwar Temple
RELIGIOUSAncient Hindu temple
Shankar Viman Mandapam
RELIGIOUSHindu temple with scenic views
Nagvasuki Temple
RELIGIOUSHistoric Hindu temple
Alaknath Temple
RELIGIOUSSpiritual Hindu temple
Hanuman Temple
RELIGIOUSHindu temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman
Places To Eat
AMRIT - Indisches Restaurant Berlin Mitte
Sadhu Prenzlauer Berg
Sadhu Restaurant
Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin
Mela
Masala Indian Restaurant
Anjappar Chettinad South Indian Restaurant
Scotch 'n’ Soda - Wiesbaden
Martinsbräu
Thai Banyan Restaurant
How to Reach
Places to Stay
