Significance of Kumbh →3 minutes reading timeThe story of Kumbh is both symbolic and literal. In a literal sense: Kumbh means ‘pot’. It represents a pot which contains the divine nectar of immortality.
Makar Sankranti (Jan 14) →2 minutes reading timeOne of the most auspicious days in the Hindu calendar. The turning of seasons, and beginning anew.
Mauni Amavasya (Jan 29) →2 minutes reading timeThe primary bathing date of the Kumbh Mela; a day of silence & reflection, amongst millions.
Basant Panchami (Feb 3) →2 minutes reading timeCelebrated as the arrival of Spring, Basant Panchami is dedicated to Saraswati, the Hindu Goddess of Knowledge, and Arts.
Achal Saptami (Feb 4) →2 minutes reading timeA deeply auspicious day which brings about positive emotions, health and joy to those who worship and perform rituals.
Maghi Purnima (Feb 12) →2 minutes reading timeAssociated with the Hindu god of creation, Brahma, and the community of saints who live by the river during the entire Kumbh period.
Maha Shivratri (Feb 26) →2 minutes reading timeA day dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed just before the conclusion of the Kumbh Mela.