Prayagraj, regarded as the second-most-seasoned city of ancient India, has had a long-lasting impact on the nation’s mysticism, religion, and culture. Examining the intersection of actual streams, the city serves as the Maha Kumbh Mela’s headquarters. The city offers a wealth of profound
experiences. A few important spiritual locations are:
Tiveni Sangam: In Hinduism, the meeting point of the Yamuna Ganga and the mythical Saraswati is a desirable location of extreme criticalness. The Kumbh and Ardh Kumbh Melas are held here every 12 and 6 years, respectively.Hindus believe that a man can be cleansed of all common sins by taking a dip in this hallowed sangam.It’s amazing to witness the reasonably sized Ganges waters converge with the quite green Yamuna.A once-in-a-lifetime event is taking a boat trip while watching the sun set and witnessing the Ganga aarti in the evening.
Saraswati Koop: a visit to the Allahabad fort, which is within a short distance from the incredibly well-liked Hanuman Mandir, is not to be missed. In addition to the building’s lofty towers and celestial display, the location is known for the Saraswati Koop, which is thought to be the source of the ancient Saraswati stream. Although the canals are said to have vanished some 4,000 years ago, Hindu folklore still holds fond memories of them. The ancient fig tree known as the “eternal tree,” or akshaya Vat, is another fascinating one .
Hanuman Mandir: Known as much for its religious significance about its local quirks as for its grandeur, the magnificent Hanuman Mandir near the Allahabad fort features a transcending figure of Lord Hanuman. The building is next to the twenty-foot-tall, far-reaching Hanuman sign, which, during the Ganges’ peak flow, is immersed in water. According to legend, the water rises to reach Lord Hanuman’s feet.
The greatest pilgrimage event in the world, the Kumbh Mela at Prayag Raj – Hindu pilgrimage traditions place great importance on Festivals of Holy Nature held at holy and sacred sites in India. In the life of a god, commemorating a legendary occasion or a fortunate astrological era, like Melas, draws a large number of pilgrims from all over the nation and the world.
Bathing in a river is regarded as one of the greatest spiritual accomplishments and a highly meritorious endeavor at the Kumbh Mela Festival. It cleanses the body, mind, and spirit. Millions and billions of tourists and pilgrims from all over the world yearly attend the Kumbh Mela Festival in Haridwar and Prayagraj, making it the largest religious and spiritual assembly on earth.
- Nasik – In Nashik it happened in the year 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2003, 2015 during the months of (August–September)
- Ujjain – Here it happened in the year 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016,. In the months of April–May when Jupiter is in Leo and the Sun is in Aries, or when Jupiter, the Sun, and the Moon are in Libra during the Hindu month of Vaishakha
- Allahabad (Prayagraj) – In Allahabad which is now known as Prayagraj, it happened in the year 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2012, 2024 during the months of (January–February), when Jupiter is in Aries or Taurus and the Sun and Moon are in Capricorn during the Hindu month of Magha
- Haridvar – In Haridwar it happened in the years 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, when Jupiter was in Aquarius and the Sun was in Aries during the Hindu month of Chaitra (March–April): Rana P.B. Singh U.
Religious Places to visit In Prayagraj
| Shankar Viman Mandapam:- Lord Shiva’s Temple on the bank of River Ganga Located In North of the Famous triveni Sangam , the temple is built in the memory of Adi Shankaracharya , Adi shankaracharya was a famous Devotee of Lord Shiva , this place is among the most visited places during Kumbh Mela. |
| Beni Madhav Temple:- This temple is among the prestigious sites , popularly visited during the Kumbh Mela by the devotees .The temple has an Idol Of Lord Krishna and Radha , this temple is also built near Sangam , presently Located in Daraganj. |
| Akshay Vat:- As its name implies, Akshay Vat, also known as the eternal tree, is thought to be unbreakable. Anyone who worships this tree or passes away beneath it is considered to find salvation.On his route to be banished, it is thought that Lord Rama spent the night beneath this tree. The tree is situated on the Yamuna River’s bank inside a fort. |
| Mankameshwar Mandir:- According to Mythology, Lord Ram established Shivling here while going to Chitrakoot , the idol is three and a half feet tall . At present the temple has a black stone lingam and statues of Ganesh and Nandi with a grand statue of Hanuman , the temple is located near Minto Park ,Barra Tehsil 40 km south west of Prayagraj. |
| Bharadwaj Ashram:- This Temple was Built by Sage Bhardwaj , he established Shivling of Bhardwajeshwar Mahadev , the premises also have hundred of statue in the vicinity and some of the important statues among them are of lord Rama , Lakshman , Surya , Sheshnag , Mahishasur Mardini etc . according to mythology its is believed that Lord Ram came to sage Bharadwaj to seek his Blessings . Sage Bharadwaj was a Disciple of Valmiki. |
| Takshakeshwar Nath:- Temple Takeshwar Nath consists of the shrine of lord Shankar , According to Mythology it is believed that Takshak the serpent took shelter after being persecuted out of Mathura by Lord Krishna , this place consists of various Lingas with the idol of Lord Hanuman , the temple is situated in the south of Prayagraj near the Bank of Yamuna. |
| Nag vasuki Temple:- This temple is built in devotion of Nag raj , Ganesh Parvati with a statue of Bhishma Pitamah , this temple is also near to the sangam near the bank of River Ganga. |