Mahakumbh Mela 2025: Top 10 Things Devotees Must Know Before Visiting

Top 10 Things About Maha Kumbh Mela 2025: The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is one of the largest spiritual congregations in the world that occurs in Prayagraj of Uttar Pradesh, with millions of pilgrims, ascetics and tourists expected to attend. The Maha Kumbh takes place every 12 years at the river bank of the Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati rivers, popularly known as Triveni Sangam. This grand event is considered as biggest festival steeped with mythology and spiritual significance. The Maha Kumbh is attended by Crores of devotees, who believe in their religious spirituality.

Here are the top 10 things that devotees must know before they visit Maha Kumbh Mela 2025;

1. Significance Of Maha Kumbh Mela

                              Maha Kumbh Mela (Image: Jagran English)

The Kumbh Mela has its beginning some thousands of years ago according to ancient Hindu scriptures. It is rooted in the mythical story of Samudra Manthan (the churning of the ocean) wherein drops of the nectar of immortality are believed to have fallen at four sacred places: Prayagraj, Haridwar, Nashik, and Ujjain. Devotees strongly believe that many sins will be removed after attending this Mela and spiritual salvation will be gained.

2. Date And Timing Of Maha Kumbh Mela 2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela in 2025 will start on January 13 and will end on February 26. The Maha Kumbh is spread across 4000 hectares along the river bank and is expected to welcome at least 40 crore devotees during the period.

3. Holy Dip And Auspicious Bathing days

                Maha Kumbh auspicious dates (Image: Jagran English)

The highlight of the Mela is a holy dip in the Triveni Sangam. The auspicious bathing days are based on Hindu astrology, and major bathing days attract millions of pilgrims. These include Makar Sankranti, Mauni Amavasya, and Basant Panchami.

Here is the auspicious date list when the devotees can take holy baths;

January 13, 2025: Paush Purnima
January 14, 2025: Makar Sankranti (First Shahi Snan)
January 29, 2025: Mauni Amavasya (Second Shahi Snan)
February 3, 2025: Basant Panchami (Third Shahi Snan)
February 12, 2025: Maghi Purnima
February 26, 2025: Maha Shivratri (Final Snan).

4. Sadhus And Akharas

Maha Kumbh Mela is also known for its Akahras and Sadhus. You can spot many sadhus (holy men) of different Akharas (religious sects) in the fair. You can also witness Naga sadhus, Aghoris and others performing rituals and engaging in spiritual discussions.

5. Pravachans & Cultural Performances

Devotees can attend to pravachans (spiritual discourses) by famous saints and gurus. Not only this, the Mela has cultural performances, including folk dances, devotional music and dramatizations of stories from mythology.

6. Nearby Attractions

There are some of the popular sites near Triveni Sangam that devotees can visit. Here are some of the best places to visit in Prayagraj.

The Allahabad Fort: Built by Akbar, a historical wonder.
Anand Bhavan: The ancestral home of the Nehru family.
Khusro Bagh: A peaceful garden with Mughal tombs.
Saraswati Ghat: A site near Triveni sangam

7. Where To Stay?

Accommodation options range from basic tents to luxurious tents at the Mela site. Apart from this, there are hotels and lodges in Prayagraj (Allahabad). All you need to do is select a place near the main ghats for convenience. A prior booking is suggested.

8. Tips For Visitors

                             Maha Kumbh Mela (Image: Jagran English)

There are some tips for visitors that every devotee must follow during their travel to Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 for their comfort;

Early booking: To secure tickets and accommodate.
Essential packing: Take comfortable clothes, important items and medicines with you.
Consume hygienically: Eat only clean food from good stalls and bottled water.
Stay hydrated: Carry water bottles, especially while waiting long in queues.

9. Follow Guidelines For Emergency Numbers

Always respect local rules and safety regulations while attending the Maha Kumbh Mela. It is very important to have emergency help numbers of local police, medical assistance and other help numbers provided by authorities with you wherever you go.

10. Differences Between Kumbh And Maha Kumbh

Many people get confused between Kumbh and Maha Kumbh. Let us tell you the main difference between Kumbh and Maha Kumbh is that Kumbh Mela is celebrated every 3 years, rotating between 4 locations but the Maha Kumbh occurs every 12 years and is always held in Prayag.

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