Kumbh Mela (Fair)

The Kumbh Mela is a huge religious fair that transforms into the world’s largest human gathering, every 12th year (next in 2025).

Celebrated 4 times over a time span of 12 years, Kumbh Mela in India is nothing less than a festival itself. Pilgrims and believers of Hindu religion attend this famous occasion which marks a significant period as per the Hindu calendar too. Sadhus, Naga Sadhus and hermits mark the beginning of this renowned fair with their entrance on horses and elephants as they come in groups of many alike. Even tourists traveling to India from abroad can be spotted enjoying the festive and holy vibes at the site.

Besides the main occasion involved in this fair, of bathing in the the divine confluence of the three significant rivers, that is, Ganga, Yamuna and Sarasvati, there are several other things to do and see at this site.

One can surely visit this site to witness the spectacular yajnas taking place involving vedic mantras and chants related to Hindu mythology. A main important aspect of this fair besides, coming together of millions of folks from all walks of life from within and outside the country, is the donation of several things including clothing, food and precious gems to the poor, to the saints and the cows. Well, a warm and happy vibe is waiting for you in this festive fair, which needs no advertising of any kind.