Simhastha Kumbh Mela

Simhastha Kumbh Mela, also known as the Maha Kumbh Mela in Ujjain, India, is a major religious gathering held every 12 years. It attracts millions of Hindu pilgrims who come to bathe in the sacred Shipra River, believed to purify souls and promote spiritual renewal. The festival features ritual baths, processions, spiritual discourses, and cultural events, emphasizing devotion, cleansing, and community. It is one of the largest and most significant religious festivals in the world, reflecting deep-rooted beliefs in karma, rebirth, and divine blessings within Hinduism.