Hotel Ganga Beach Resort Haridwar Rishikesh

Mahakumbh Rishikesh

Maha Kumbh Mela is one of the famous traditions in Hindu Riligion. Maha Kumbh Mela is held once in 12 years and is proclaimed as the largest gathering of humans in the world. As per Indian astrology and Kumbha Mela is organized at the time which depends on the movement of Planets into the zodiac signs. The year 2010 celebrates the PURNA KUMBH at Haridwar form 14th January to 28th April. Haridwar which is prominently known as "Gates of God“ which is located in state of Uttarakhand was previously known as Uttaranchal and was a part of undivided Uttar Pradesh,

Haridwar is one of the most holy cities of world. Haridwar being on the banks of Holy river Ganga, which enters the plains from the Himalayas was also the home town (Kankhal) to Goddesses Sati or Parvathi the wife of Lord Shiva and hence is a source of Shakti or Devine Power.

After Sagar Manthan when the Amrit Kalasha or Kumbh (pot of nectar) was being carried from place to place to protect it from the Rakshas or Demons, drops of Amrita or Nectar spilled at Har Ki Paudi, Haridwar which is the main bathing ghat. Many Rishis, Sadhus, Yogis, Saints and people from all sects of life assemble here at Kumbh. The religious rituals of Yogis, Sadhus, along with bhajans, kirtans, yajnas makes the land completely devine. The main ritual being snan or bath at Kumbh yog at any of the bathing ghats at haridwar is significantly important in ones life as per Hindu Religion & Mythology.

Rishikesh which is right next to Haridwar is a place where pilgrims can stay with peace, as Haridwar would be heavily crowded during the Maha Kumbh but Rishikesh would still be great option and as it is only 20 Kilometers from Haridwar , it makes the accessibility easier.

Ganga Beach offers Mahakumbh Package for the guests who are looking for complete peace of mind.