The religious aspect and the legends of Kumbh Mela remains associated to very old date back to the time when Kalasha (pot of nectar for immortality) was recovered from the churning of premodial ocean for which a tensed war between God and Demon ensued.

As per Hindu mythology and history, Lord Bharma - God of creation gave some advise to the gods to get rid of their weakness, caused during the creation of earth. Following the advise of Lord Brahma, the god began the task of churning od ocean in order to achieve nectar (Amrit) from its water. As the task was very tough, God sought assistance of demons and made a deal with demon that they could have latter half of the nectar that was to be obtained from churning of Ocean. The demons ageered to it. ....Read More

Special Note : Images shot on 30th Jan. 2010. Naga Sadhus were on their traditional procession. Click here to view more images of Naga Sadhus

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Rituals of Kumbh Mela :

Irrespective of all worldly barriers of caste, creed, region, the Kumbh Mela has wielded a mesmeric influence over the minds and the imagination of the ordinary Indian. Maha Kumbh is the largest human gathering in history for the single cause, This auspicious time & space is attended by millions of people on a single day. Since the beginning of time Kumbh has been a center of hindu culture & faith. the participants from all the walks of life attend this cosmic zone. .... Read More