Archive for the ‘Sangam’ Category

Hanuman Temple (Near Sangam)

The famous temple near the Fort is exclusive in the sense that it has a huge idol of Lord Hanuman in a lying posture a little feet lower the ground.

Sangam in Allahabad

The sacred ‘Sangam‘ is the confluence of three of the holiest rivers in Hindu mythology Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical underground river of enlightenment, Saraswati. At the confluence, the muddy waters of the Ganges and the clear green water of the Yamuna can be distinctly seen to merge into one. Bathing at the Sangam is [...]

Kumbha / Maha Kumbha Mela(Allahabad )

Kumbh Mela is a religious event that is organized on a grand scale in India. Kumbh Mela has a lot of significance for people in India, as it gives them an opportunity to liberate themselves from the sufferings and wash away all their sins. Kumbh Mela is believed to have the largest congregation of ascetics, [...]