Allahabad Kumbh Fair 2013 (A photo Album)
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It is not exactly known since when did people begin to hold Kumbh Mela; it is widely known how this spectacle of faith has attracted the curiosity of foreigners across the world. The famous Chinese traveler Hiuen-Tsang was probably the first person to mention Kumbh Mela in his diary.
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Mahesh Sharma, a prestigious author and journalist, has written more than 1550 Hindi and English books. His book, "Mahatma Gandhi," won the M.P. Govt. Gandhi Darshan National Award in 2010. He also won Purvottar Hindi Academy, Meghalaya, Shilong Award twice, Natraj Author Award etc.. He is a freelance writer and writing is his passion.
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Allahabad Kumbh Fair 2013 (A photo Album) - Mahesh Dutt Sharma
Allahabad Kumbh Fair 2013
Text and Photos by Mahesh Sharma
Published by Mahesh Dutt Sharma
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(A photo Album)
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Table of Contents
1. Allahabad Kumbh 2013
2. Kumbh Introduction
3. The Prayag Kumbh
4. The Meaning of Kumbh
5. Different Forms of Kumbh
6. The Spectacle
7. History of Kumbhmela
8. Five Types of Kumbh Melas
9. Kumbhmela in Pictures as follows:
1. Allahabad Kumbh 2013
Allahabad or City of God in Persian, also known as Prayag is a city in the North Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Allahabad is one of the fastest growing cities in India at present. It is located 238 kilometers south of state capital Lucknow. The ancient name of the city is Prayag and is believed to be the spot where Brahma offered his first sacrifice after creating the world. It is one of four sites of the mass Hindu pilgrimage Kumbh Mela. It has a position of importance in Hindu scriptures