Prayagraj Kumbh Mela / Ujjain Kumbh Mela (Simhastha Kumbh Mela) / Nashik Kumbh Mela (Trimbak Kumbh Mela) / Haridwar Kumbh Mela / Kumbakonam Mahamaham / Ganga Sagar Pilgrimage / Pushkarams / Narmada Parikrama
Introduction:
India’s grand spiritual gatherings are embodied in its four Kumbha Melas – held at Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik – where millions of pilgrims converge to take a holy dip in the sacred rivers. These melas symbolize the purification of the soul and the deep connection between faith and water. In South India, the Kumbakonam Mahamaham is often called the “Southern Kumbha Mela,” celebrated once every 12 years at the sacred Mahamaham tank. Equally significant is the Ganga Sagar pilgrimage in Bengal, where the Ganga merges with the Bay of Bengal, drawing devotees seeking blessings at this holy confluence. Together, these festivals reflect the diversity and depth of India’s spiritual heritage.