Kumbh Mela

The Kumbh Mela is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. It is held every three years, on a rotating basis, at four sacred sites along the Ganges River in India: Haridwar, Allahabad, Nashik, and Ujjain. The next Kumbh Mela will be held in Haridwar in 2025. The Kumbh Mela is a time … Read more

Kumbh Mela

Kumbh Mela Large Gathering Religious Pilgrimage Ritualistic Bathing Large Gathering: A logistical marvel The scale of the Mela is staggering. Every three years, a cycle rotates through four locations along sacred rivers in India: Haridwar, Nashik, Ujjain, and Prayagraj. Each location sees millions of pilgrims descend upon the city, creating a temporary metropolis with its … Read more

Pandavleni Caves

Pandavleni Caves The Pandavleni Caves are a group of 34 rock-cut Buddhist caves located in Nashik district in the Indian state of Maharashtra. The caves are situated on the banks of the Godavari River, about 10 kilometers from Nashik city. The caves were excavated between the 2nd century BCE and the 6th century CE, during … Read more