WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -According to legends, Vishnu was carrying a Kumbh (pot) of amrit (nectar), when a scuffle broke out and four drops were spilled. They fell to earth at the four Tirthas of Prayag, Haridwar, Nasik and Ujjain. A tirtha is a place where the devout can attain salvation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Haridwar: Haridwar is one of the holiest cities of India as river Ganga flows right through the land, increasing its importance. Here, Kumbh Mela is held during the Hindu month of Chaitra when Sun is in Aries and Jupiter is in Aquarius. The beautiful city hosts the Kumbh Mela on the banks of the river Ganges.

Detailed explanation-3: -Kumbh Mela or Kumbha Mela is a mass congregation of pilgrims who gather to take a bath/dip in a sacred river. The geographical location for the Kumbh Mela spans across four cities within India. In Uttarakhand, it is held in Haridwar with the site of observation being the banks of sacred river Ganga.

Detailed explanation-4: -There are five types of Kumbh Melas that are held in India: Maha Kumbh Mela: Maha Kumbh Mela is considered to be once in a lifetime occasion for Hindus. Periodically, Maha Kumbh Mela comes in every 144 years or after 12 Purna Kumbh Melas. It is only held in Prayag (Allahabad).

Detailed explanation-5: -Harshavardhana began the association of Kumbh Mela at Allahabad around 644 BC.