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Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj: The Ultimate Guide to the World's Largest Spiritual Gathering

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Maha Kumbh Mela is the largest religious gathering on Earth, attracting millions of devotees, saints, and tourists from across the globe. Held every 12 years at four sacred locations—Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik—the Maha Kumbh is the grandest edition, occurring once every 144 years. The upcoming Maha Kumbh in Prayagraj 2025 promises to be a monumental event, blending spiritual enlightenment, cultural richness, and historical significance.  The Maha Kumbh Mela (AI Generated Image) Origin of Kumbh Mela: The Mythological and Historical Significance Kumbh Mela’s origin is deeply embedded in Hindu mythology, particularly in the Samudra Manthan (Churning of the Ocean). According to scriptures, when the Devas (gods) and Asuras (demons) churned the ocean to obtain Amrit (nectar of immortality), a fierce battle ensued over its possession. During this celestial struggle, drops of the nectar fell at four locations: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Ujjain, and Nashik. Over time, these sites ...