subject: Maha Kumbh Mela 2013: Divine Thirst Quenched Here [print this page] India is home to some of the best traditions and culture in the world. This most ancient country of the
world has been guiding and bolting other nations since the origination of human empire and still can
show the path of theology of every order. Come Jan Feb 2013 and you will see this country"s ancient
tradition in holy city of Allahabad at its best to welcome the visitors from all over the world to be a part
of another most awaited fair Kumbh Mela 2013 Allahabad.
Grouped together, Indian fairs and festivals are an exciting blend of the many diverse ethnic cultures
and traditions found within this huge nation. There will be plenty of religious activities in the kingdom of
God to keep one busy and full of adrenaline for a month at a time and here is just a sample of the best
to take place. To be a participant of this holy episode, join Kumbh Mela Tour .
The epoch is not known exactly but the famous seventh century Chinese traveller Hiuen-Tsang diary
Indicates when Devtas (God) and Asurs (Demons) use to dwell on Mother Earth one blight was on
Devtas (Gods) as a result of which they always in state of high fear and that made them fragile and
coward. After observing the dilemma of Gods the Brahma (creator of universe) suggested them to whip
the milky ocean to obtain the nectar.
There was a tug of war between God and Demons which lasted for continued12 days and 12 nights and
the Gods were chased. 12 days of Gods were equivalent to 12 years of human calendar. While chasing
the elixir of immortality the drops from Numb fell at four places "" Allahabad, Haridwar, Ujjain and
Nasik.
The "Allahabad "can rightly lay claim as "the epic centre of Maha Kumbh Mela " with its rich heritage, neoclassical
architecture, stately grandeur, and strategic location that stands proud, grand and prestigious and
still have an enveloping warmth that we associate with a genuinely gracious hospitality culture of this ancient
land. Another name of Allahabad is Prayag where three rivers Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati meets.
Of the above dates Mauni Amavasya Snan is considered to be of utmost importance.
To sustain all the process happening in Kumbh Mela 2013 in Allahabad various tours and packages are being arranged. Sight and activities include visit to Sangam, Akbar"s Fort, numerous temples, Anand Bhawan, Swaraj Bhavan,Khusru Bagh, Allahabad Museum.