PRAYAGRAJ KUMBH MELA 2019 @ INCREDIBLE INDIA
In Prayagraj, hearing the word “Kumbh”, creates the picturesque vision of Triveni sangam in one’s mind. At the sacred confluence of rivers, huge multitudes filled with sense of devotion move like waves in the ocean. ‘Shahi Snaan’ of Akharas, chanting of vedic mantras and elucidations of religious hymns in the Pandaals, proclamations of knowledge, Tatvamimansa by rishis, spiritual music, mesmerising sounds of instruments, holy dip in the sangam with utmost devotion fills the heart of devotees with immense joy. Also, prayers are offered at many divine temples exhibiting the greatness of Prayagraj Kumbh.
The Kumbh Mela at Prayag is very different as compared to Kumbh at other places due to many reasons. Firstly, the tradition of long-term Kalpvas is practised only in Prayag. Secondly, the Triveni Sangam is considered as the centre of the earth in few scriptures. Thirdly, Lord Brahma performed the Yajna here for creating the universe. Fourthly, Prayagraj is called the shrine of pilgrimages, but the most important reason is that the significance of performing rituals and tapas at Prayagraj is of highest among all pilgrimages and provides one with the highest virtue.
Maharshi Markandeya in ‘Matsya Purana’ told Yudhishtra that this place is specifically protected by all the Gods. Residing here for a month and practicing complete asceticism, remaining celibate and duly performing oblations for his deity and ancestors fulfils all the desires. It is believed that an individual who takes the holy dip in the sacred waters relieves his/her ten generations from the cycle of rebirth, and hence, achieving salvation. Moreover, it is said that just by providing services to pilgrims at Prayag during Kumbh will help an individual to gain redemption from temptation. Prayag is visited by tens of millions of pilgrims because these beliefs. Saints, ascetics and their followers pay their respect and perform various traditional rituals at Triveni sangam. The amazed devotees line up to watch the rituals being performed.
The Kumbh Mela at Prayag takes place for approximately 55 days, spread over thousands of hectares around the sangam area, and becomes the greatest of ephemeral city in the world. Regularity of this celebration continuing since ancient times is unique in itself. Ever increasing pressure of populace and expanding cities tend to engulf the rivers and events like Kumbh, graces the rivers with the profound status of creators of the world. There is a deeply enrooted feeling of devotion and faith flowing in the veins of every Indian since eternity.
After independence, various rules were framed resulting in few changes in organising Kumbh Mela. The government made provisions for providing basic amenities to the pilgrims. The government upon realising the importance of Kumbh and understanding the requirements of huge number of pilgrims visiting the mela took multiple steps in public interest in order to facilitate the pilgrims. Importance was given towards providing security services, better traffic management, lighting and health facilities and ensuring the same. It is difficult to say who took responsibility for these amenities before government made provisions for the same. However, after passing the law, the responsibility of providing the basic facilities lies with the government. On the same lines, formation of Prayagraj Mela Authority 2018 is an important stepping-stone towards organising the event of the scale of Kumbh. The formation of Prayagraj Mela Authority will ensure that the basic amenities are provided in Kumbh 2019 to the devotees visiting the Mela. For the Kumbh 2019, modern technologies are being deployed to enhance the ‘Divyata’ and ‘Bhavyata’ of the Kumbh. Gates based on various themes will welcome pilgrims and information boards will guide them to their destination. Huge pandals and tents will facilitate the stay of pilgrims and visitors. Various lighting arrangements have been made on the banks including façade lighting that will engulf the pilgrims in diverse colours. Also, different cuisines and gourmet food in the food courts shall satisfy the appetite of the pilgrims.
An auspicious gathering, Kumbh Mela is one of the most famous fairs where devotees from across the globe come to attain spiritual clarity and wash off sins in the ritual bathing at the Triveni Sangam, Allahabad. And amid the blissful sights of miracles performed by Sadhus adorned in saffron, you can come attain salvation from the bathing dates given below, this 2019 Kumbh Mela at Allahabad.
start from (January 15 to March 4, 2019)
Prayagraj is one of the biggest destinations of pilgrim tourism across the country. There is a trend across the citizens of Prayagraj to rent out unused rooms in their houses to pilgrim tourists during Kumbh and Maha Kumbh. These can be a more affordable option for stay in the city.
Tent City Name :
1 ) Kalpa Vriksh 2) Kumbh Canvas 3) Vedic Tent City 4) Indraprastham City
List Of Hotels Nearby :
1 Rahi IIlawart, Civil Lines
2 Triveni Darshan, u.p.r.p.v.n
3 Kanha Shyam, Civil- Lines
4 Ground Continental, Civil Lines
5 Yatrik, Sardar Patel Marg
6 Milan Palace
7 Hotel Ravisha
8 Allahabd Regency
9 Samrat, Civil Lines
10 Prayag, Station Road
11 Prayag Inn
12 Hotel Harsh Ananda
13 Saket, Civil Lines
14 Vilas, Civil Lines
15 Aman Palace, Police Line
16 Galaxy, Civil Lines
17 DPS, Kanpur Road
19 Kohinoor, Station Road
20 Blessings, Civil Lines
21 Valentines
22 U.R., Civil Lines
23 New Tepso, Civil Lines, Prayagraj
24 Mayur Guest House, Civil Lines
25 J K Palace, Civil Lines
26 Jai Maa Durga Lodge, Near Heera Halwai
27 Imperial House, Ashok Nagars
29 Anurag, Station Road
30 Mandiram, Rambagh
31 Vashistha, Johnston Ganj
32 Ramakrishna, Civil Lines
33 Santosh Palace, Station Road
34 The Legend, Near Heera Halwai
35 Star Regency, Civil Lines
36 Ajay International, Bahadur Shastri Marg
37 Crown Palace
38 Sun City, Johnston Ganj
39 R Inn
40 N.C.Continental, Johnston Ganj
41 Polo Max, J.Railway Station
42 Hotel Kanha Regedency
43 Hotel Millennium Inn
44 Hotel Orchard One, 25/3B Lal Bahadur Shastri Marg
45 Milan 46 Leader Road
46 Hotel Devlali, 13/25 New Army Line Barahana, Prayagraj
47 Ved Lakshmi Yatrik, 92 Old Barahana,Prayagraj
48 Shiv Dayal Yatrik Nivas, 92 Old Barahana, Prayagraj
49 Hotel Abhay, 26/16 Rambagh, Prayagraj
50 Hotel Shiv Mahima, 348/177 Bai Ka Baagh, Prayagraj
51 Hotel Pushpanjali Palace, 331/169/1 Bai Ka Baagh, Prayagraj
52 Hotel Tara, Rambagh, Prayagraj
54 Hotel Sagar, South Malaka, Rambagh, Prayagraj
55 AddhushCottage 4A South Malaka Prayagraj
56 Triveni Cottage, 4ASouth Malaka, Prayagraj
57 Hotel Satyam, 100 Vivekanand Marg, Prayagraj
58 Chameli Devi Rastogi Dharamshala 54/48, Swami Vivekanand Marg
59 Hotel City , 30 Vivekanand Marg, Prayagraj
60 Hotel India, 388 Naini, Prayagraj
61 Hotel Atul, 29 Swami Vivekanand Marg, Prayagraj
62 Hotel Laxmi, 15 Vivekanand Marg , Prayagraj
63 Hotel Amit, 13 Vivekanand Marg, Prayagraj
64 Hotel New Surya, 20 Vivekanand Marg ,Prayagraj
65 Hotel Shankar, Johnston Ganj, Prayagraj
66 Hotel Subash, 74 Johnston Ganj, Prayagraj
67 Shanti Lodge , 08/10 Shahganj ,Prayagraj
68 Yatrik Lodge, 13/12 shahganj, Leader Road, Prayagraj
69 Hotel N.C . ,108 Leader Road, Prayagraj
70 Hotel Sita Kunwar, 88/86 Leader Road, Prayagraj
71 Hotel Gange, 45/82 Johnston Ganj, Prayagraj
72 Hotel rajshila , 46/38 shahganj leader road ,Prayagraj
73 Arjun, 73 Leader Road, Prayagraj
74 Triveni Lodge, 53 Leader Road, Prayagraj
75 Shri, 63/54 Leader Road, Prayagraj
76 Ram Ganga Lodge, 18/17 Leader Road, Prayagraj
77 Ratan Lodge , 15/17 Leader Road , Allhabad
78 Sharda Shyam Lodge ,19/17A Leader Road ,Prayagraj
79 Shree Gulab Mansion, Leader Road, Prayagraj
80 Radhe Radhe Lodge, 82 Minhajpur, Raja Reeva Ka Mahal, Prayagraj
81 Ambarvilla Lodge, 207/51 Katju Road, Minhajpur, Prayagraj
82 Ambar Lodge, 207/51 Katju Road, Minhajpur, Prayagraj
83 Satkar Lodge, 4 Katju Road, Prayagraj
84 Shri Guru Kripa Lodge, 16/70, 51 Katju Road, Prayagraj
85 Shri Vishnu Lodge, 182/70/7 Katju Road, Prayagraj
86 Mukesh, 82/70/8/9 Katju Road, Prayagraj
87 New Neelkanth Lodge, 82/15/51 Katju Road, Prayagraj
88 Shri Sai Lodge, 70/17 Katju Road, Prayagraj
89 Shri Baba Lodge, 19/51 Katju Road, Prayagraj
90 Shri Vishwanath Lodge, 215/70 I Noorallah Road, Prayagraj
91 Shri Balaji Lodge, 69/105,51 Katju Road, Prayagraj
92 Suraj Kund, 2 Kamla Nehru Road, Prayagraj
93 Akshar Lodge, 207 R 3/70, Minhajpur, Prayagraj
94 Hotel Natraj,Rambagh, Prayagraj
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