Trendings News Of Kumbh Mela | Ujjain Kumbh Mela 2016

Trendings News Of Kumbh Mela | Ujjain Kumbh Mela 2016

Exhibition of Kumbh Mela photographs

NASHIK: After a fruitful show by the expert picture takers, beginners appended to a photograph circle bunch in the city initiated a display titled KumbhGraphy at Vishakha Art Gallery in Kusumagraj dedication on Friday. The presentation has 70 photos by 55 beginner picture takers.

Photograph circle was built up in 2013 for the beginner picture takers in the city. "We started with three individuals and now have more than 250. This is our third presentation and devoted to the greatest occasion of the city Kumbh Mela," said Anirudhdha Junnare, one of the originator individuals from the gathering.

ACP Sachin Gore, who formally introduced the presentation, lauded the work of beginner picture takers. "Not at all like the experts and press picture takers, the beginners appreciated no unwinding in blockading and bandobast. Taking after each principle and regulation, the young people have figured out how to catch such lovely photos for which they merit an expression of commend," he said. Senior craftsmanship pundit C L Kulkarni, specialists in printing field Shekhar and Dilip Mhaskar and Santosh Joshi were amongst the main day guests to the display.

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Ardh Kumbh Mela on jihadists’ radar since long

DEHRADUN: The capture of four suspected terrorists in Haridwar on Tuesday night might have sent alerts ringing yet it is not the principal case of dread connected movement reported in the area.

In the most recent couple of years, there have been a few exercises, which imply that Haridwar — a key focal point of religious tourism for Hindus and also Muslims — might be on the radar of terrorists. On December 6, 2014, a blast happened close to the venue of a VHP meet in which a 12-year-old kid was murdered. From 2013 to 2015, over about six letters debilitating to do blasts at key areas, for example, railroad stations were found in the locale. There were additionally gossipy tidbits that SIMI terrorists behind the Bijnor impact in 2014 had entered Uttarakhand through Haridwar.

IG Garhwal Sanjay Gunjyal kept up that security has been further bulked up and the quest for associates strengthened after the capture with the four young people on Wednesday. After the captured youth purportedly conceded that they had been leading a recce of real places in Haridwar and the trains going to the area amid the Ardh Kumbh, cops have ventured up security in and around railroad stations in the locale. "Ardh Kumbh is an essential occasion went to by crores and we can't take any risks, we are investigating every possibility in our endeavors," Gunjyal said.

On December 6, 2014, Roorkee was stunned by an impact in Nehru Nagar zone, close to the venue of a VHP system to stamp the commemoration of Babri Mosque decimation.

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Ardh Kumbh Mela in Haridwar: Things you need to know

Lakhs of enthusiasts conquered bone-chilling icy climate to take a dunk in the sacred Ganga a week ago on the event of Makar Sankranti as a standard practice furthermore denoted the start of the Ardh Kumbh mela.

The Kumbh Mela is held once in 12 years while the Ardh kumbh or Half Kumbh Mela is held each 6th year at Haridwar and Allahabad.

Ardh Kumbh melas are held between two Punra (complete) Kumbh melas at Prayag and Haridwar.

The mela is spread more than 45 days.

For the current year, lakhs of aficionados took a dunk in the blessed Ganga on the event of Makar Sankranti to stamp the primary real shower of the Ardh Kumbh mela at different ghats of the stream incorporating Har Ki Pauri in Haridwar.

Upwards of 10 crore fans are relied upon to join in by April in the Ardhakumbh mela this year.

In the wake of taking a dunk in the heavenly stream, individuals offer their requests to God to the Sun God a custom called "Arghya" and afterward visit sanctuaries.

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Devotees take first holy dip of Ardh Kumbh in Haridwar

Haridwar: Thousands of aficionados thronged the 'Har ki Pauri' ghat in Haridwar to scrub down on the event of Makar Sankranti amid the Ardh Kumbh mela on Thursday morning.

The organization has made elaborate game plans for heavenly shower on the event of Makar Sankranti. As Makar Sankranti spreads to two days this year, the happy shower will occur on January 14 and 15.

A huge number of pioneers come to take part in the heavenly occasion of Maha Kumbh with enormous faith.The explorers originate from varying backgrounds, with a conviction that their wrongdoings will be washed off in the blessed waters of the holy stream Ganges in the event that they take a plunge amid the Kumbh.

Executive Narendra Modi has wished the country on the event of Makar Sankranti.

"On Makar Sankranti, I extend my sincere welcome to individuals the country over," the Prime Minister tweeted.

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Khandagiri Kumbh Mela starts in Odisha capital 

On the devout event of Magha Saptami, the yearly Khandagiri 'Kumbh Mela' started in the Odisha capital today. A blend of contemporary and antiquated, the reasonable is a gathering of sadhus and guests from the city and far flung zones.

Like each year, heavenly men from Banaras, Kashi and Ayodhya will accumulate for the mela at the celebrated twin caves–Udayagiri and Khandagiri. Satisfactory staying courses of action have been made for them, as indicated by the arranging powers.

The mela's 'Meena Bazaar' is an extraordinary fascination for the kids and ladies people as toys and family unit things are in plain view here.

The principle fascination of the celebration, Jatra Mahasamar, will begin from Tuesday.

Like earlier years, "Ramacharitmanas" will be discussed by numerous fans at Maa Barahbhuja peetha while yajnas will be led at different ashrams.

At Arakshit Mutt, week-long yajna has been masterminded at Anant hollows. An extraordinary fascination will be tomorrow evening Lord Anant Keshari Udayagiri Jatra from Naga Mutt in Jagamara to Ranihanspur close Udayagiri mountain.

By, Lord Anant Keshari will head out with full pomp to Ranihanspur and will return after just a couple of hours of stay at Naga Mutt.

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Kumbh Mela of South from Feb-20 

The stage is being readied for SouthIndias Kumbh Mela, which likewise draws in countless,

at Thiramakudalu Narasipura in Mysore area. It is planned to start

on February 20 and finish up on to 23.

Indeed, even as the Maha Kumbh Mela, figured as the biggest social event ofpeople in the workd, gets going at prayag in Allahabad, drawingthe ardent and the inquisitive from everywhere throughout the world. The occasion started around 20 years back and is held once in three years.

Not at all like the narrative of Samudra Manthan or the stirring of the astronomical sea by the Gods and the evil spirits for heavenly nectar, connected with the Maha Kumbh in Prayag, Ujjain, Haridwar and Nasik, this site in Mysore area has no legendary noteworthiness.

What's more, of course, the participation at T Narsipur Kumbh Mela isnot a patch on the numbers that the Maha Kumbh draws in.

Be that as it may, guests to the T Narsipur Kumbh are unquestionably on the ascent. From the weak reaction it got in 1989, when it was initially imagined, the numbers rose to about five lakh in 2013. The figure is relied upon to further ascent this time.

The activity to sort out a Kumbh mela at T Narsipur was taken by Shivaratri Deshikendra Swami of Suttur Math and late Sri Balagandaranath Swamiji of Sri Adichunchanagiri Mutt.

By, the occasion would give a chance to thedevout in the Mysore district to partake in customs, for example, takinga dunk in the waterway amid a favorable time, as relatively few couldparticipate in the Maha Kumbh.

As T Narsipur is at the juncture of three streams the Cauvery,the Kapila and the legendary Spatika Sarovar they appointed that theKumbh mela there would have the same holiness as the one at Prayag,which is additionally viewed as a triveni sangama (conversion of theGanga, the Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati).

The area organization was preparing for the ninth version of the occasion and an audit meeting to supervise arrangements has been held.

With the State government giving bolster, center would be oncreating transitory toilets, sprucing up showering ghats and makingimprovements to sanctuaries to host religious meetings and social occasions.

T Narsipur, which is known as Dakshina Kashi, is likewise the site for Panchalinga Darshana, which draws expansive group.

For the nearby group, in spite of the substantial group, such occasions are welcome as the base is shored up.


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‘Communal clashes will be dealt with sternly’

In the wake of incidents of communal violence in parts of Madhya Pradesh, State DGP Surendra Sinh on Wednesday said SPs have been directed to take stern action against those involved in such clashes.

“We will take tough action against incidents of communal violence. I have directed the district SPs (Superintendents of Police) to take stern action against people involved in such acts of violence,” Mr Sinh said.

The M.P. Director General of Police was speaking to reporters after inaugurating the new building of Azad Police Station here.

Last week, incidents of communal clashes were reported in Dewas and some places in Mandsaur and Dhar districts of the State.

Most of these incidents took place when a particular community was taking out processions.

“I have also directed the district police chiefs to ensure that the processions are taken out as per the book (rules), Mr Sinh said.

In view of the Simhastha-Kumbh mela in Ujjain that will begin from April 22, the DGP said police are putting in place adequate arrangements so that nobody faces difficulties during the mega religious event.

He said that a proposal to the tune of Rs 350 crore has been sent to the State government for renovation of police stations and buildings and expect to get an approval soon.

Mr Sinh also said that they have sought permission from the government to recruit 6,250 personnel to tackle staff shortage. -- PTI
(Source- THE HINDU)

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Ujjain Kumbh Mela 2016: Devotees can get images printed on postal stamps during Simhastha Kumbh

Devotees visiting Simhastha Kumbh Mela in Ujjain next year can get their images printed on postal stamps. The religious fair will be held between April 22 and May 21, during which 15 lakh devotees are estimated to permanently reside. ”Under ‘My Stamp’ scheme of the Department of Posts, the devotees can get their images printed on postal stamps by paying Rs 300,” Postmaster General, Indore Circle, Ajay Kumar Rai said today.

 The administration is expecting a footfall of over five crore people from across the country and abroad in the fair, held once in twelve years. Meanwhile, Rai said that the 12th state-level exhibition of postal stamps will be organised here from February 5. On a query over the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ scheme, he said a total of one lakh new bank accounts have been opened in Indore Circle under the Centre’s scheme.

“Moreover, 250 post offices under the circle are connected through core banking,” Rai said. Mails are being sent from Indore through air service in more than ten cities apart from Mumbai and Delhi, the Postmaster General said.
(Source- INDIA.com)

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Ujjain Kumbh Mela 2016: All you need to know about the Hindu pilgrimage

Kumbh Mela is one of the most sacred Hindu festival that is celebrated in four places in India- namely Nasik, Ujjain, Hawidwar and Allahabad. The celebrations of Kumbh Mela takes place every four years, while Poorna Kumbh Mela is held in every 12 years. The next Khumbh Mela will be held in Ujjain in Madhya Pradesh in 2016. Ujjain is located at the bank of Shipra River in the western region of Madhya Pradesh. Saints who attend the pilgrimage take dip and worship the sacred River Shipra.

Following  are Ujjain Kumbh Mela Dates

Purnima Full Moon (First Snan)- April 22 2016
Vaishakh Krishna Amavasya- May 6 2016
Shukla/Akshey Tritya (Second Snan) – May 9 2016
Shukla Panchami-May 11 2016
Ekadashi and (Pradosh Snan)- May 17 2016
Purnima- May 21 2016
The previous Kumbh Mela in Ujjain was in 2004. Sinhastha Mela was held on the banks of River Shipra. Kumbh Mela was held in Ujjain also in the years 1980 and 1992.
The Ujjain Kumbh Mela is also referred to as the ‘Simhastha Kumbha Mela’. Saints from all across go to Ujjain for the shahi snan. The dip in the river is believed to get rid of all sins of a person. After the holy bath, pilgrims visit the temple to offer prayers and bow in front of their deity. They pray to Lord Mahakalesvara. (In Pics- Nasik Kumbh Mela 2015: Devotees take ‘Shahi snan’ at Ramkund)

The unique feature of the Simhastha Kumbha or the Simhastha Parva is the coming together of ten events, which are as follows:
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The Purnima (Full moon day)
The month of Baisakha
The bright fortnight
The brihaspati (Jupitor) in Leo
The sun in the arise (Mesha Rasi)
The vyatipata yoga
The moon in the libra (Tula rasi)
The holy Ksetra Avantika and
The pious Monday
(Source- INDIA.com)
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Ardh Kumbh Mela opens to colourful start in Haridwar

The Ardh Kumbh Mela opened to a colourful start in Haridwar, with thousands of devotees taking part in the first ‘snan’ or holy dip in the Ganga on the auspicious occasion of Makar Sankranti on Thursday. The Har Ki Pauri – the famous ghaat on the banks on the Ganga in Haridwar – witnessed a rush of pilgrims from across the country, with devotees immersing themselves into the icy waters of the Ganga.
The Ardh Kumbh Mela takes place in Haridwar and Allahabad every six years. Attending it is considered to be highly auspicious and a dip in the holy waters of the Ganga is believed to absolve one’s sins.
“We are happy to have taken the holy dip on the first day of the (Ardh) Kumbh Mela. My mother believes it will open the doors of moksha (salvation) for her,” said Tribhuwan Pandey, a bank official who had come along with his ailing mother Kesari Devi from Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh.
The police and other security forces were seen manning the ghaats, with metal detectors, sniffer dogs and tear gas on standby. Aerial drones kept an eye on the activities at the Har Ki Pauri, even as officials at a nearby watch tower were on guard.


Deputy mela officer Avdhesh Kumar Singh said that an estimated five lakh pilgrims had already arrived in the holy city. “The Kumbh Mela has been proceeding peacefully, with no untoward incident having been reported so far. We are keeping a close eye on developments,” he said.
However, a section of locals said that the numbers of pilgrims might have been affected slightly owing to “some confusion” over the precise date of Makar Sankranti. “There is some confusion this year over the date as some (Hindu) calendars claimed the festival would be observed on January 14, while others said January 15,” said Rohit Tiwari, a Haridwar-based astrologer.

Ardh Kumbh 2016: Tidbits

Coin collectors
A group of men were found ‘looking’ for their living — literally. They stood in the icy waters of the Ganga with wooden sticks which had magnets attached at their base. By continuously wading through the knee-deep waters with the stick, these men emerged from the water with coins – tossed by pilgrims as offering to Ganga. “Kumbh is the time to strike a fortune. We get as much as Rs 700 to 800 per day,” said Sanjay Thapa.
Sniff-ing attraction!
Jojo, a five-year-old Border Security Force sniffer dog, became the centre of attraction for a large number of pilgrims. Many devotees were found clicking photos of him. The Labrador, however, was the consummate professional — despite his new-found fame, he went about his job, trying to smell the presence of possible explosive materials.
Time for selfie


The Ardh Kumbh is also playing host to a large number of selfie enthusiasts. A lot of visitors, especially the younger ones, were found busy clicking photos of themselves. “This one will be worth a lifetime,” said engineering graduate Sarthak Negi, who was found clicking a group-fie with his friends at Har Ki Pauri.
Hair we are

A large number of pilgrims were found getting their hair, moustaches and beard shaved off – a mandatory ritual before carrying out the pinddaan. (Vinay Santosh Kumar/HT photo)

Considered an auspicious time for ‘pinddaan’ or offering prayers to one’s ancestors, the Ardh Kumbh Mela was also propitious for the barbers who dot the banks of the Ganga at Har Ki Pauri. A large number of pilgrims were found getting their hair, moustaches and beard shaved off – a mandatory ritual before carrying out the pinddaan. “On ordinary days, we have to look out for customers. But today, Kumbh has become a blessing for us,” said Dinesh Kumar, one of the barbers.
Drones for security


Air-borne drones, which have been put in place to oversee security at the Ardh Kumbh Mela, added to the curiosity of the pilgrims. As one of the drones took flight, wide-eyed devotees were seen looking at it with much inquisitiveness.
(Source- Hindustan Times)
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All set for Ardh Kumbh bath on Makar Sankranti in Haridwar

The much-awaited first festive bath on Makar Sankranti during Ardh Kumbh will start tomorrow. A million devotees are expected to take a bath.

As Makar Sankranti spreads to two days this year, the festive bath will take place on January 14 and 15. However, the Ganga Sabha has announced January 15 as the day for the Makar Sankranti festive bath. To avoid confusion, the Ardh Kumbh mela administration has made elaborate arrangements for both days.

Maha Mandaleshwar Swami Hari Chetanand Maharaj said Makar Sankranti astrological timing would commence from January 14 evening, though, according to vedic scriptures and customs, the best time to take the holy dip is early morning, making January 15 more relevant. However, tomorrow is also significant for a festive bath as the day has been declared auspicious according to the Ardh Kumbh ‘nakshatra’ calculations.

The Ardh Kumbh fair will span over four months till April 22, when the last festive bath of Chaitra Shukla Purnima will take place.

The core mela zone of Braham Kund, Har-ki-Pauri and adjacent Ganga ghats are all decked up to welcome the pilgrims.

Officer in charge, Ardh Kumbh Mela administration, SA Murugesan said a majority of infrastructure and other arrangements had been put in place for the fair, though the remaining works would be completed before the second major festive bath of Somwati Amawasya, which falls on February 8.

Elaborate security arrangements have been made at the mela zone with paramilitary personnel and Uttarakhand Police being deployed across the city.

SSP, Ardh Kumbh, Jagat Ram Joshi, said ITBP, RAF, PAC and SSB personnel had been deployed at the mela zone.

He said the mela police was prepared to thwart any terror attack, with drone camera vigilance being done round the clock.

Teerth purohits and Ganga Sabha, which manages affairs at Har-ki-Pauri, are expecting a good turnout of pilgrims for the Makar Sankranti festive bath.

Ganga Sabha executive working committee president Purushottam Sharma Gandhivadi said Makar Sankranti bath and Ardh Kumbh had immense significance and devotees were expected to arrive from across the country and the world.

Though astrological calculations done by Ganga Sabha suggests that the Makar Sankranti bath falls on January 15, the mela administration had already announced January 14 as the first bath of Makar Sankranti, he said.

Noted astrologer Pt Shakti Dhar Sharma Shastri said from tomorrow morning itself, the auspicious timing of Makar Sankranti festive bath will start, which will continue till January 15 noon, so that devotees can take the holy dip as per their convenience.

The whole Har-ki-Pauri has been decorated with flowers and illuminated with colorful lights, giving the sanctum sanctorum a different look.

All the major intersections from Doodhadhari square, Bhooopatwala, Har-ki-Pauri, Devpura, Rishikul, Chandracharya square till Ranipur have been illuminated with decorative lighting.
(Source- THE TRIBUNE)

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Ardh Kumbh mela rituals begin, Important Dates, List Of Temples, Tourists Places : News Update

Ardh Kumbh mela rituals begin....

News Update-

Rituals for Ardh Kumbh were performed for the first time on the banks of the Ganga at Har-ki-Pauri on 1 January. These would be performed continuously till April 22.
Mela officials prayed and performed rituals to mother Ganga for her blessings for the successful completion of the fair.

Ardh Kumbh Mela officer SA Murugesan, who holds the charge of the Kumbh mela zone that spreads into Haridwar, Pauri Garhwal, Tehri Garhwal and Dehradun districts, hopes that the mela administration will hold the show successfully.

About Ardh Kumbh Mela : Brief Description

The term Ardh means half and Kumbh Mela is held in one of these holy places after a period of 12 years. Hence, Ardh Kumbh Mela is held in the gap of six years (which is half of 12 years) and is organised only in two places: Haridwar and Allahabad. In January 2016, Haridwar is the holy place where Ardh Kumbh Mela will be held.

The Kumbha Mela of Haridwar is also seen as original among all the Kumbh Mela as it occurs as per the astrological sign Aquarius, which means Kumbh and one can also find many references to a 12 year cycle for it.
Every day hundreds of people take holy bath in River Ganga for washing thier sins even if there is no special ocassion. So when there is a combination of auspicious time of Kumbh Mela and the Holy River Ganga, taking holy bath will be certainly a lifetime moment. That is why when Kumbh Mela is in Haridwar and Allahabad (both city has river gang) it is more visited by people than Ujjain and Nasik Kumbh Mela.

Kumbh Mela 2016 Haridwar Dates - Important Dates of Haridwar Ardh Kumbh 2016

14 January 2016 (Thursday): Makar Sankranti

12 February 2016 (Friday): Vasant Panchami

22 February 2016 (Monday): Magh Purnima

07 March 2016 (Monday): Mahashivratri

07 April 2016 (Thursday): Chaitra Amavasya

08 April 2016 (Friday): Chaitra Shukla Pratipada

14 April 2016 (Thursday): Mesha Sankranti

15April 2016 (Friday): Ram Navami

22April 2016 (Friday): Chaitra shukla Purnima

Haridwar Temples - Haridwar Temple Tour - List of Temples in Haridwar

Haridwar name is an amalgamation of two words, Hari (meaning God) and Dwar (Gate). Temples are widespread in each and every place of the Haridwar city. Haridwar has got numerous temples and pilgrimage centers which make it one of the sacred place in India. Most of the Haridwar temples are dedicated either to Shiva or Vishnu. A brief List of Temples in Haridwar is given below:

1. Bharat Mata Mandir

2. Bilkeshwar Temple

3. Chandi Devi Temple

4. Dakash TempleDakash Temple

5. Doodhadhari Barfani Temple

6. Gauri Shankar Temple

7. Hari ki Pauri

8. Jain Temple

9. Mansa Devi Temple

10. Maya Devi Temple

11. Mahamrityunjaya Temple

12. Neelaswar Temple

13. Pawan Dham

14. Sati Kund

15. Sri Yantra Temple

16. Sureshwari Temple

Tourism - Haridwar Tourist Attractions - Haridwar Attraction Places

Haridwar is a sacred territory where pilgrims come from across the world.  The meaning of Haridwar is 'Gateway to God'. It is set amidst calm and attractive surroundings at the foothills of the mesmerizing Himalayas. A List of Haridwar Tourist Attraction Places is given below

1. Daksheswara-Mahadev-TempleKankhal

2. Neel-Dhara-Pakshi-ViharNeel Dhara Pakshi Vihar

3. Doodhadhari-Barfani-TempleDoodhadhari Barfani Temple

4. Sureshwari-Devi-TempleSureshvari Devi Temple

5. Pawan-dham-haridwarPawan Dham

6. Bharat-mata-mandirBharat Mata Mandir

7. Jairam-Ashram-haridwarJairam Ashram

8. Sapt-Rishi-Ashram-and-Sapt-SarovarSapt Rishi Ashram and Sapt Sarovar

9. Parad-shivling-haridwarParad Shivling

10. Ramanand-Ashram-haridwarRamanand Ashram

11. Anandamayi-ma-ashram-haridwarAnandamayi Maa Ashram

12. Patanjali-Yogpeeth-haridwarPatanjali Yogpeeth (Trust)

13. Bhel-haridwarB.H.E.L.

14. Piran-Kaliyar-haridwarPiran Kaliyar

Important Note: All information is updated frequently for public interest & mistakes in above information are purely unintentional. Please feel free to inform us if you find mistakes in above information.

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Kumbh Mela 2016 Ujjain - Brief, Requirements for registration, How to Book Online | Special Notes

Kumbh Mela Is An Incredible Massive Event
The "world’s largest congregation of religious pilgrims", Kumbh Mela is such an incredible event, which should be seen to believe to watch millions of devotees taking a holy dip in the sacred water, traditionally believed to be astrologically charged with certain divine properties that has a potential to remove even karmic bad effects of the past lives. The Hindus believe that taking three holy dips at any Kumbh Mela may wash away all their sins and may free them from the cycle of rebirth and death. The pilgrims get once in a lifetime chance to bathe in the spirit of holiness, auspiciousness and salvation.


Purna Kumbh? Maha Kumbh? And Ardh Kumbh?
Every Kumbh Mela, organized after 12 years at the above mentioned places, may also be called a Purna Kumbh Mela, And like its bigger version Kumbh or Purna Kumbh Mela or the smaller one, Magh Mela (local bathing event), every six years an Ardh Kumbh Mela is also organized at the above mentioned places. The purpose of organizing Ardh Kumbh Mela is to commemorate the legend of the struggle between the gods and demons over the Amrita Kumbha (the legendary pot of nectar) and draws innumerable crowds who believe in the Hindu Puranas and come in quest of purifying their soul before entering the realm of god. After 12 Kumbh Melas a Maha Kumbh Mela is held especially at Haridwar and Prayag, every 144 years.

Kumbh Mela In Ujjain 2016

'Ujjain' (the city of victory) is located on the western boundary of Madhya Pradesh, 55 km from Indore, situated on the banks of Shipra River. It  is one of the holiest cities in India. Ujjain is considered as one of the seven sacred moksa-puris or sapta-puris (cities of salvation). The others are Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar, Kashi (Varanasi), Kanchipuram, and Dwarka. It is said that Lord Shiva killed the demon Tripura at Ujjain.

The historic city of Ujjain would host the Kumbh Mela during 22 April - 21 May 2016.

Minimum Requirements For Registrations

A valid email id of applicant. Scanned photos of all devotees in the format of jpg/jpeg only. Scanned proof of identity of all devotees (Aadhar Card, Bank Passbook, Driving License, Office ID, PAN Card, Valid Passport or Voter Identity Card).

The online booking procedure for Bhasmarti is free and simple. The details are as follow: 

Step1: Click HERE or go to http://dic.mp.nic.in/Ujjain/mahakal/default.aspx.

Step2: Click on bhasma aarti booking link.

Step3: Click on the date on which you want to visit temple.

Step4: Enter the applicant's name, mobile number, email address and resident address after that please upload the scanned photo and identity proof. Select photo ID proof which you are submitting and enter the photo ID number. 

Step5: Enter the other devotees details with uploading their scanned photo & proof of Identity.

Step6: Select permission name(Nandi Hall/Barricades) and the click on check availability.

Step7: If it is available then please enter captcha(code from the image) and click on submit.

Step8: If quota is available then a message will be displayed as "Booking Successfully!! Download of Printer Receipt" on the screen. Click on the message to download the receipt. Devotees would be intimated through SMS.

List of confirmed Applicants will be displayed in Temple Website at 7PM, one day before the day of Bhasmarti.

Entry for Bhasmarti will be denied after 5:00am

Confirmed Devotees should bring Original ID Proof along with Online Booking Receipt.

A Bhasma Aarti Counter is available near front gate of the temple. Devotees shall drop their applications at this counter for which a computerized receipt would be given to them.

Bhasmarti (online or counter) booking is totally a free of cost service. No charge or fee is taken for bhasma aarti booking.

Please pay attention to the following points

1- It should be noted that main focus of the administration remains to organize the event without putting public life in danger. The crazy, to some extent autocratic and irresponsible attitude of the visiting journalists may ignite local public's anger to an unconquerable proportion. So that must be kept in mind. This is the main reason that stops authorities to cooperate the visiting media.  

2- On the other hand most of the media fraternity from abroad doesn't acquire J-Visa while coming to India to cover such mega events. It creates a lot of problems. The MEA guidelines make J-Visa compulsory for Non-resident journalists. 

3-The other journalists must possess either a valid press accreditation card issued by PIB of government of India or a card issued by any State’s Information and Public Relations Department. 

4-The local free lancers should either produce substantial acceptable accreditation proofs or be ready to get their applications rejected. It’s always better to apply in advance and remain in touch with the officers who manage such mega events, it would help you complete the formalities, get assistance and occasionally special treatment as well.

5- The mounting pressure on our security agencies and the typical preferring the sensational over the sensible content sort of media attitude all over the world. To get more hits, more TRPs and more circulation the media fraternity has started ignoring the media ethics to a great extent. 

6- The Director of Bhartiya Vidya Bhawan, Allahabad Dr. Ram Naresh Tripathi adds, "According to ancient Vedic Hindu belief the community bathing at the confluence of holy Ganges, Yamuna and mythological Saraswati is a secret form of holy rivers' worship and nobody is allowed to expose it to others. Similarly the Naga sadhus, who invariably are chased by the lens men from all over the world take it as an offense and on several occasions have reacted violently on such media exposures. Unshaken and unfazed by such religious beliefs the media person carry on their operations ruthlessly, which have resulted into hovocs on various occasions." So, its expected that such situation may deteriorate in future in any circumstances. 

7- During Kumbh Mela Allahabad 2013 a French photographer was taken into custody after he was found flying in a private chopper dangerously low over the main bathing area at Allahabad Kumbh that its rotors created ripples in the bathing waters of the confluence of holy Ganges and the Yamuna.

8- Not only such media stunts which threatens the safety and security of the pilgrims, some other bad actions like taking snaps of bathing ladies, women changing clothes, shooting around the prohibited areas and causing traffic issues by unnecessarily attracting curious public around a certain place; irritate the administration.

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Simhastha Kumbh Mela Ujjain 2016 Transportation Route To Arrive, Main Schedule, Things To Know | News

Simhastha Kumbh Mela Ujjain 2016 Transportation Route To Arrive, Main Schedule, Things To Know | News 

Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv Ujjain 2016
“Simhastha Kumbh Mahaparv” is one of the four “Kumbh Melas” celebrated as largest spiritual gathering on the planet earth. Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv is rejoiced by taking holy dip on the banks of river Kshipra in Ujjain city of Madhya Pradesh State in India. Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv event is based on the celestial line-up of planets and the signs of the Zodiac which occurs in every 12 years.


About Ujjain
The city of Lord Mahakal is known by several names in Vedas and Puranas. The word ‘Avanti’ has been repeatedly surfaced in the verses of Vedas. Another name Ujjayini has emerged in the sutra “Striyamwanti Kurubhyashcha” of great scholar Panini. The city was named after King Kartveeryarjun’s son Avanti which was later called as Avantika, Avantipuri, Avanti Nagri or Avantikapuri. The city had been called as Vishala due to its large area. The city was also called as Padmavati due to its grand places and prosperity.

How To Reach- Transportation

By Air
Via Indore – Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport (IDR) at Indore is the nearest airport to Ujjain, 55 km away. Indore is connected to major cities in India by air. It has direct air connectivity with New Delhi, Mumbai, Bhopal, Pune, Hyderabad, Nagpur, Raipur and Ahmedabad. Taxi services are available to reach Ujjain from Indore airport.

Via Bhopal – Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) at Bhopal is 172 km away from Ujjain. Bhopal has daily flights to and from New Delhi and Mumbai.

By Train
Ujjain railway station is a major junction of Western railway zone. It has many long distance and direct trains to almost all parts of India. You can board direct trains to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Jammu, Jodhpur, Jaipur Udaipur, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, Ratlam, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Baroda, Pune, Gwalior, Bilaspur, Patna, Nagpur, Cochin, Hyderabad, Bangalore. Dehradun etc. During the period of Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv, trains coming to Ujjain will be halted at flag stations that are of little distance of 10-12 kilometers. Railway will provide buses to reach Ujjain and Mela area. Necessary arrangements will be made for the comfort of passengers at the flag stations. You can book rail ticket through website  www.irctc.co.in. Some of the major rails from major cities are –
For Indore to Ujjain-
Malwa Express- Run for all days of week.
Udaipur city Express – Run for all days of week
Indb Rjpb Express- Run on Saturday only

For Nagpur to Ujjain-
AhilyaNagri Express – Run on Sunday Only
Nagpur Indore Express – Runs only on Monday.

For Jaipur to Ujjain-
Intercity Express – Run for all days of week
JP BPL Express – Run for all days of week
Etc.
So have a visit to Ujjain and make it a memorable trip of your life.

By Road
Buses: Ujjain is well connected by road. Regular bus services are available from Indore (55 km), Gwalior (450 km), Ahmedabad (400 km) and Bhopal (183 km) to Ujjain. Air-conditioned buses are also available in these routes. Ujjain has two bus stands; one is near railway station for Agar, Kota and Nagda routes and at Nanakheda area to Indore and Maxi routes. You can book bus tickets from online travel portals and online and off-line travel agents. (www.charteredbus.in, www.redbus.in)

Taxi: safe, quick and comfortable travel as Inter-city packages trips (outstation trips) is available to Ujjain by many branded pan India, regional and Indore city cab service operators. (www.olacabs.com, www.starcabservices.com, www.taxiindore.com, www.charteredbus.in, www.merucabs.com)

Main Bathing Dates for Ujjain Kumbh Mela- Main Schdule dates

22 April 2016 (Friday) Purnima – Full Moon (First Snan)
06 May 2016 (Friday) Vaishakh Krishna Amavasya
09 May 2016 (Monday) Shukla/Akshey Tritya (Second Snan)
11 May 2016 (Wednesday) Shukla Panchami
17 May 2016 (Saturday) Ekadashi & Pradosh Snan
21 May 2016 (Saturday) Purnima

Upcoming Kumbh Mela Venues

2016 Haridwar Ardh Kumb Mela

2016 Ujjain (Simhastha) Kumbh Mela

2019 Allahabad Ardha Kumbh Mela

2022 Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Things To Know Before Come To Ujjain

The people of Ujjain, the local administration and the Government of Madhya Pradesh State are ready to host the people from the world around for the forthcoming Simhasth Kumbh Mahaparv in the year 2016. To make your visit memorable and free from hassles, here are some facts you should know before you come to Ujjain:

*In Ujjain, there are lots of hotels and similar establishments which are ready to host the visitors. Their detailed information is available at the official website www.kumbhmela2016.co.in. Along with that various camp accommodations with hygienic toilets will also be available in the Mela area.

*Hygienic food is available at Ujjain. Various Bhandara’s will be held where delicious food shall be available to the visitors. (Bhandara means gathered consumption of food which is first offered to the deity and then consumed as Prasada to the devotees that is always free of cost). The Mela administration has made necessary arrangements to examine the hygiene and quality standards of the food stuff.

*The festival lies in the summer season and the government has made substantial arrangements to provide clean and chilled water. Many water-kiosk and water-booth shall be installed across the Mela area.

*Simhasth 2016 is a bathing festival. Bathing here signifies a dip only (and not a routine bath), hence be prepared for a dip where you will be allowed only few minutes at the banks of river Kshipra. For the purpose of bathing, 13 Ghaats are being further developed. The details of Ghats are available on the official website www.kumbhmela2016.co.in/about-simhasth/ghat-details/

*There will be many ATM’s in the Mela area to facilitate the banking transactions.

*Temple etiquettes play a very important role in the context of Indian culture. Across the India, shoes are taken off before entering any place of worship. It is preferable to keep shoulders and the lower part of the body covered while visiting a site of religious importance in India.

*Ujjain is a city of religious importance so be modest while choosing your attire to commensurate with the culture of the city. Moreover light weight outfits can cope with the midsummer heat of April-May.

News

1  MP team at Maha Kumbh for Simhasta Mela in 2016

SANGAM (ALLAHABAD): A seven-member team of Madhya Pradesh government headed by commissioner Ujjain Division Arun Pandey visited the Kumbh Mela site to draft the concept plan of Simhastha Mela to be held on the banks of the Shipra river in 2016.

Chief Minister Madhya Pradesh Shivraj Singh had constituted a high-powered committee to organize Simhastha Mela. It is like Maha Kumbh where saints, seers and akharas and devotees from all across the world would be attending and taking holy dips in river Shipra on royal bathing days and other days.

The MP government has in fact started working on the plan and under the first phase, the officials have been instructed to prepare the 'concept plan' for the mega event. Once the concept plan is finalized it would be converted into the master plan.

"As Simhastha- 2016 is being made keeping estimate of about five crore devotees'visit, officials have already started working on the concept plan" said an official.

He further added that maximum 75 lakh devotees are expected to come during holy dips and works to the tune of about Rs. 1584 crore are proposed in Simhastha plan. 

Meanwhile, commissioner also interacted with officials posted at police control room, health department, power department, Mela officers and media center to know more about the resources required for organizing the mega event.

2  Over 1,300 CCTV cameras to keep watch over south Mumbai

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on November 30, Monday launched a project that will bring south Mumbai under the surveillance of 1,381 CCTV cameras and give a boost to policing and prevention of crime.

These cameras comprise the first of three phases of the ambitious and much-delayed project to install 6,000 CCTV cameras all over Mumbai before the 26/11 terror attacks anniversary in 2016 at a cost of Rs.949 crore, Fadnavis asserted.

"Once the three projects are completed, it will enable 100 percent command and control with which a comprehensive strategy to tackle crime shall be evolved," he said.

Declaring that all important cities in Maharashtra would be brought under similar surveillance, Fadnavis said Pune became the first city in the state to be covered by CCTVs.

In Nashik, the digital surveillance would be upgraded from the system implemented for the recent Kumbh Mela, while steps have been intiatied to have a similar CCTV network in Nagpur.

3  Western Railway plans to run 100 trains during 2016 Simhastha Kumbh Mela 

INDORE: Western Railway (WR) has charted out a plan to run 100 special trains to meet the demand of pilgrims attending the 2016 Simhastha Kumbh Mela in adjoining Ujjain district. 

"Apart from regular trains, WR will run 100 special trains during the 2016 Simhastha Kumbh Mela. During the 2004 Simhastha Kumbh Mela, the WR had run 80 special trains," an official of WR public relations department said. 

He said that due to the Simhastha Kumbh Mela, the WR is in the process of developing infrastructure including overbridge for devotees at Ujjain station worth Rs 27 crore. 

A month-long mela will commence on April 22 next year and is expected to witness an influx of 5 crore devotees. 

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Haridwar Kumbh Mela 2016 Main Bathing Dates, Accommodation (Hotels), List Of Ashrams-List Of Dharamshalas, Travel Guide, Travel Packages

Haridwar Kumbh Mela 2016 Main Bathing Dates, Accommodation (Hotels), List Of Ashrams-List Of Dharamshalas, Travel Guide, Travel Packages

Haridwar is city in Haridwar district of Uttarakhand state in India. Haridwar is place where the river Ganges enters in plain areas north India after flowing 250 kms from its origin Gaumukh (Gangotri Glacier).

Haridwar is one of the primary areas where river Ganges emerges from the mountains & enters to the plain areas. Lush green forests and crystal clear water of river Ganges & background of mountains create the charming beauty of this holy city. In the evening ghats looks beautiful as hundreds of diyas (lamps) and marigold flowers float and light up the river Ganges. Haridwar contains two words Hari & Dwar. Hari means god & Dwar means gate. Haridwar means gateway to the god. There are four holy temples Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath & Badrinath on the hills also known as chardham. Haridwar is like a entry point to these chardham.

"Agar apne paap dhone hai to Haridwar mein Gangaji ki dubki lagao" (If you want to purify yourselves take a holy dip in the water of river Ganges at Haridwar, All your sins will be purified). This is most common thing which you can hear about Haridwar in all over India.
In 2016 Ardh Kumbh Mela will be celebrated at Haridwar. Taking holy bath at River Ganga is special on any day. So when there is Holy time of Kumbh Mela, Holy River Ganga and the Holy City it will make this holy bath certainly a very very special. There are some perticular auspicious dates when Haridwar will be visited by thousands of pilgrims in 2016. The Kumbha Mela of Haridwar is also seen as original among all the Kumbh Mela as it occurs as per the astrological sign Aquarius, which means Kumbh and one can also find many references to a 12 year cycle for it.

Haridwar Ardh Kumbh Mela 2016 - Main Bathing (Snan) Dates:

Date (2016)   Day    Event
14th January   Thursday   Makar Sankranti
12th February   Friday    Vasant Panchami
22nd February   Monday    Magh Purnima
7th March           Monday    Mahashivratri
7th April           Thursday   Chaitra Amavasya
8th April           Friday    Chaitra Shukla Pratipada
14th April           Thursday   Mesha Sankranti
15th April           Friday    Ram Navami
22nd April   Friday    Chaitra shukla Purnima

Accommodation At Haridwar Ardh Kumbh Mela 

We, at "Prayag Kumbh Camp", provide clean and comfortable accommodation with friendly service at affordable tariff rates, with most convenient location for Kumbh Mela Devotees, travelers as well as tourist. Prayag Kumbh Camp is a most appealing Kumbh Camp in Nasik. We are proud to have maximum number of check in of foreign tourist visiting a Kumbh Mela 2013 at Allahabad. The rooms are tasteful, clean and comfortable above all and ensure a comfortable stay with friendly service at affordable price. The facilities provided are 24 hours room service.
   
The USP of our cottages is that they are all Eco-friendly, fully secured, Fire resistant, water proof, Lockable & can cope-up with adverse natural situations like storm, Earthquake etc.
PRAYAG KUMBH CAMP

The Kumbh Camp is a conglomeration of different types of cottages set up by the Prayag Heritage (P) Ltd. offering comfortable accommodation with a plethora of facilities to the guests during the Maha Kumbh Mela.We will be setting up our Prayag Kumbh camp at nearest & suitable place, while choosing the location we have taken into consideration important factors like Security, Connectivity from Important Roads/kumbh Mela ground & Markets. "Prayag Heritage (P) Ltd" is also setting up cottage/Ashrams & provided similar services to our honorable religious math's or organization like Ganga Sena Samiti, Shri Shri 1008 Shri Anand Giri Ji Maharaj (Mahant Late Hanumanji, Sangam, Allahabad), Ashram of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi Ji, Arail, Naini Allahabad etc during the auspicious occasion of Maha Kumbh 2013 at Allahabad.


Dinning
The Prayag Kumbh Camp offers vegetarian or 'satvik' dining facilities with various options to choose from such as international (continental, Chinese) and regional cuisines (Gujrati, South India and other Indian cuisines). There is also a 24 hours tea/coffe lounge.

OTHER FACILITIES
Other facilities offered at the prayag Kumbh Camp include guided visits to the shrine, first aid camp, Escorted walks to nearby areas, Daily Sangam Bath with escorts, Ayurvedic massage and SPA centre on demand. The camp also organizes escorted tours to various places on demand. Along with excellent accommodation and dining facilities, The Prayag Kumbh Camp offers a variety of activities to its guests. During their stay at the camp, guests can enjoy an enchanting cultural evening with folk dances, and Bhajan and Kirtan every day. Pre & Post Maha Kumbha Mela, guests can cover the nearby religious spots. The Prayag Kumbh Camp makes all arrangement for excursions to nearby places, guests just need to do is to choose their preferred recreational activity or nearby destination.

A Brief List Of Ashrams And Dharamshalas

SNo Names
1 Chawala Dharamshala Khadkhadi,Haridwar
2 Jeevniram Dharamshala Khadkhadi,Haridwar
3 Mandi Govind Gad Bhupatwala Haridwar
4 Punjab Sindh Chetra Bheem Ghoda Haridwar
5 Narayani Devi Dharamshala Bheemgauda Haridwar
6 Dharamshala Asha Devi Bheemgauda Haridwar
7 Multan Sewa Samiti Bheemgauda Haridwar
8 Jai Ram Ashram Bheemgauda Haridwar
9 Sanatan Dharamshala Purusharth Bhavan Bhupatwala Haridwar
10 Jigyasu Dharamshala Bhupatwala Haridwar
11 Lala Kishanlal Dharamshala Bhupatwala Haridwar
12 Omkari Devi Mishra Bhupatwala Haridwar
13 Shardhananad Dharamshala Khadkhadi Haridwar
14 Dharamshala Mandi Rampura Bhupatwala Haridwar
15 Dhan Devi Dharamshala Bheemgauda Haridwar
16 Multan Sewa Samiti Bheemgauda Haridwar
17 Laxmi Niwas Bheemgauda Haridwar
18 Ekta Bhavan Dharamshala Bheemgauda Haridwar
19 Maharaj Agrsen Ashram Bhupatwala Haridwar
20 Rajkumar Sewa Kunj Bhupatwala Haridwar

A Brief List Of Hotels

SNo Names
1 Hotel City Centre,Railway Road,Haridwar
2 Hotel Satkar Khaana Nagar,Jwalapur
3 Hotel Puja Palace,Bhupatwala,Dudhadhari Chowk Haridwar
4 Tubhadiya Lodge Bada Bazar Near Tehri House GauGhat,Haridwar
5 Hotel Parth,Upper Road,Haridwar
6 Hotel Man,Niranjani Akhara,Haridwar
7 Krishna Hotel,Shravan Nath Nagar, Haridwar
8 Ganga Azure Hotel,Shiv Murti Chowk,Haridwar
9 Anand Vikas,Shravan Ghat, Haridwar
10 Hotel Asha Ganga,Shiv Murti Gali Jasaram Road,Haridwar
11 Hotel Parth ,Bypass Road,Haridwar
12 Hotel Anuradha Palace,Dudhadhari Chowk,Haridwar
13 Hotel Giridhar,New Haridwar Colony,Haridwar
14 Hotel Dolphin,Dudhadhari Chowk,Bhupatwala,Haridwar
15 Erosian Guest House ,D-17 Shivalik Nagar BHEL Ranipur More,Haridwar
16 Hotel Highway,National Highway,Roorkee
17 Hotel Madhav,Shravan Nath Nagar,43 BholGiri Road,Haridwar
18 Hotel Gayan,Subhash Ghat Hari Ki Padi,Haridwar
19 Hotel City Palace,25 Jasaram Road,Haridwar
20 Hotel Mahfil In ,Jawalapur,Haridwar

Haridwar Travel Guide:

Haridwar can be visited through out the year. Shoes are not allowed in all temples. Haridwar city is spread over 12.3 sq kms. Its Altitude is 315 meter from sea level. Literacy rate in Haridwar is 73.43 percent. According to census in 2011 population of Haridwar district was 18,90,422 in which Haridwar city has 1,75,010. Haridwar district sex ratio is 880 female per 1000 male. Hindi, Garhwali & English are the major languages in Haridwar. Non vegetarian food & alcohol is strictly not allowed in Haridwar. Auto rickshaw (Vikrams or three wheelers) are best option for visit in side in city. You can also use it on sharing basis. Cotton cloths in summer & woolen cloths in winter are best options for clothing. Avoid short cloths (such as swim suites, mini skirts) because this is holy town. Shoes are strictly not allowed in any temple, holy place or even in the river Ganges. Photography inside the temple or ashram is not allowed at many places. Haridwar is 230 km from Delhi & 25 km from Rishikesh & 110 km from Mussoorie & 55 Km from Dehradun & 110 km from Devprayag.

Haridwar Tour Packages

Haridwar tour package provides opportunity to experience the holy river Ganges, sacred bathing ghats, ancient temples, ashrams, hymns of priest & various holy rituals by Indian pilgrims. Haridwar is truly kaleidoscope to culture of India. Haridwar literally means Gateway to God. Haridwar is one of the most famous holy cities in India. Haridwar is widely visited by Hindus across the world. Hindus from all around the world try to have tour in Haridwar once in lifetime. For Hindu people Haridwar tour means to wash their sins. For some people Haridwar tour is part of their holy rituals. Groups of pilgrims come through out the year for spiritual tour in Haridwar. Normal tour in Haridwar starts and commemorates with enchanting sounds of temple bells and hymns of priests. Har Ki Pauri is the major attraction during Haridwar holidays. In the evening a people perfume worship to goddess Ganga with earthen lamps, flowers and incense sticks at Har Ki Pauri.

Most people give priority to Har Ki Pauri, temple & ashrams in Haridwar tour package. Mansa Devi Temple, Chandi Devi Temple, Daksh Temple, Maya Devi Temple are some of the main temples that deserves a visit while Haridwar travel for short period. Shantikunj Ashram is also one the most visited place during tour in Haridwar.

Attractions in Haridwar:
Jain Temple, Gurukul Kangri University, Neel Dhara Pakshi Vihar, Bilkeshwar Mahadev, Bharat Mata Mandir, Kankhal, Bhimgoda Tank, Doodhadhari Barfani Temple, Suresvari Devi Temple, Pawan Dham, Parad Shivling, Anandamayi Maa Ashram & Patanjali Yogpeeth.

Ghats in Haridwar Hari ki Pauri Ghat, Kushwan Ghat, Mahila Ghat (Girls & Womens Ghat), Subhash Ghat.


Famous Haridwar Ashrams:
Saptrishi ashram, Santikunj, Swaminarayan ashram, Pawan Dham ashram, Jain ashram, Vayas ashram, Sri Ram ashram.


Places to visit near Haridwar:
Rajaji National Park (10 kms), Rishikesh(25 kms), Kunjapuri Temple(45kms), Vasistha Cave(45kms), Neer Gaddu Waterfall (30 kms), Jhilmil Gufa, Piran Kaliyar (25 kms), Devprayag(90km), Mussoorie (100 kms), Dehradun (55 kms), Chakrata, Dhanaulti(100 kms), Kanatal (90 kms), Chamba, Tehri Dam, Lansdowne, Nainital, Corbett, Auli, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri, Yamunotri, Valley of flowers.


Haridwar day tours contain tours which normally needs only few hours in a day or full day. If you are in Haridwar & you want spend your day to know about Haridwar than this day tours are best options. Please check below details of various day tours.


Haridwar walk tours:
Haridwar culture walk is special tour mostly for the people interested in culture. This tour starts from Haridwar Railway Station. This tour provides opportunity to experience the Indian culture, Hindu religion as well as life of local people. Tour needs a minimum 05 hours but still you will not get tired because the whole tour has lots of things to do in less walking distance. The walk contains not only visit to interesting places but it also provides opportunity to know about culture and religion. During the walk you will visit Bara Bazar (biggest traditional Indian market in Haridwar), Mansa Devi Temple (Most visited temple in Haridwar) by cable car & also some interesting ancient temples such as gupteshwar Mahadev. While walk you can check local shops & buy things after interesting bargaining. Last destination is Har Ki Pauri Ghat where we will watch evening Ganga Ceremony which is a very famous ceremony & visited by hundreds of people every day. After ceremony we will arrange small “Pooja” for you with Hindu priest for you with flower offering to Holy River Ganges. After the tour we will drop you at Haridwar Railway Station by small ride by eco friendly vehicle.

Type of tour package: This is not a group tour. This is private tour good for 02 to 04 four persons. Tour normally start daily at 13:30. Advance booking is required. Guide will meet you at Haridwar Railway Station & after tour he will drop you at the same place.

Tour package cost: INR 3000/- for 02 Adults (Single person cost will be same. Every extra person in this tour will cost INR 600 per person)

Tour package: This tour is operated daily through out the year. Tour need average 05 to 08 hours.

Tour package includes: The cultural walk includes English speaking guide, cable car charges, mineral water, flower offering, all entry fees & charges for eco friendly vehicle ride.

Tour does not include: lunch or any other personal expances.

Note: Pick up & drop by car is also provided on demand with nominal additional charges.


Haridwar Sightseeing Tour Package:
Full day Haridwar sightseeing tour contains visit to famous & interesting places of Haridwar. Places of sightseeing can be included as per interest of people. Standard sightseeing tour starts in morning with visit to Mansa Devi Temple, Pawan Dham Temple, Jain Temple, Shantikunj Ashram & Daksha Mahadev Temple, later local market visit by walk at Bara Bazar. Evening we will visit Har Ki Pauri for famous Ganga Aarti.

Type of tour package: Private tour with dedicated a/c vehicle and professional english / hindi guide.

Cost of tour package: INR 3600/- (60 US $) per couple.

Tour Package Timings: This tour is operated daily through out the year. Tour need average 06 to 08 hours.Time of tour package: Tour can be done through out the year. Normal sightseeing tour requires 06 hours to 8 hours.

Tour package includes: Haridwar Sightseeing includes A/C car, English speaking guide, cable car charges, mineral water, all kind of entry fees & charges for eco friendly vehicle ride. Pick up and drop to hotel for the tour is also included.

Tour does not include: lunch or any other personal cost.

Important: Book now. Hurry up!!

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Simhastha 2016 Kumbh Mela Dates, Bath timings, Pooja Schedule, Temples, Ghats, Places To Visit

Simhastha 2016 Kumbh Mela Dates, Bath timings, Pooja Schedule, Temples, Ghats, Places To Visit

Simhastha (Kumbh) Mela, scheduled to be held in Ujjain next year. Simhastha-2016 will take place from April 22 to May 21 in this ancient religious city after a gap of 12 years.
The Kumbh Mela is a unique part of culture and heritage. Kumbh Mela festival is religiously most important for the Hindus. At every Kumbh occasion, millions of Hindus take part in the celebrations. Irrespective of all worldly barriers of caste, creed, region, the Kumbha Mela  has wielded a mesmeric influence over the minds and the imagination of the ordinary Indian.
Kumbh Mela is not just a mere festivity like Diwali and Holi, but holds lot of importance for people in India. People look up to Kumbh Mela with highest regard, as this event gives them a golden opportunity to liberate themselves from the miseries and sufferings of life.A small place takes the shape of mini India.

There is no scientific method of ascertaining the number of pilgrims, and the estimates of the number of pilgrims bathing on the most auspicious day may vary; approximately 100 million people attended the last Maha Kumbha mela.

Main Bathing Dates for Ujjain Kumbh Mela- Mahakumbh 2016 Schedule and Important Dates

22 April 2016 (Friday) Purnima Sahi Snaan (Royal Holy Dip)
03 May 2016 (Tuesday) Vratparv Vauthini Keadashi
06 May 2016 (Friday) Vaishakh Krishna Amavasya
09 May 2016 (Monday) Shukla/Akshey Tritya (Second Snan)
11 May 2016 (Wednesday) Shukla Panchami
15 May 2016 (Sunday) Vrishabh Sankranti
17 May 2016 (Saturday) Ekadashi & Pradosh Snan
19 May 2016 (Thursday) Pradosh
20 May 2016 (Friday) Nursingh Jayanti
21 May 2016 (Saturday) Purnima

Previous Ujjain Kumbh Mela Fair was in 2004
The entire period of the Simhastha Kumbh Mela was spanned from April 05 to May 05, 2004.

Major Temples at Ujjain- Ujjain Temples

• Mahakaleshwar Temple

Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga is situated below ground level(Garbhagriha) in the main temple. The idol of Mahakaleshwar is known to be dakshinamurti, facing the south. This is a unique feature upheld by tantric traditions to be found only in Mahakaleshwar among the 12 Jyotirlingas. Due to these considerations, worship of Shri Mahakal with vedic mantras proves fruitful for the devotee.

• Harsiddhi

The Harsiddhi temple is one of the 52 Shakti Peeths situated all over India.There is a small shrine just outside the temple dedicated to Mahamaya. This shrine is situated a little below ground level and is approachable by steps, but is closed to visitors.

• Gadkalika

It is located on the suburban of Ujjain, Gadkalika Temple is devoted to Goddess Kalika. This pretty shrine holds an astonishing legend which states that, Kalidasa, the great poet had obtained his actual skills by his genuine devotion to this deity. Gadkalika temple is the temple where Kalidasa got his boon from Maa. The Maa with her beautiful eyes is a joy to behold.

• Kal Bhairav

The Shaivites worship eight Bhairavas and the Kal Bhairava is the most important. It is thought that the temple of Kal Bhairava has been erected by the King Bhadrasen.

• Chintaman Ganesh Temple

he temple is built across the Shipra on the Fatehabad railway line. The Ganesh idol enshrined here is supposed to be swayambhu - born of itself. The temple itself is believed to be of considerable antiquity. Riddhi and Siddhi, the consorts of Ganesha, are seated on either side of Ganesha.

• ISKCON

The International Society of Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), popularly known as the Hare Krishna Movement, was founded in 1966 by His Divine Grace A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. ISKCON is a worldwide association of devotees of Lord Krishna, the Supreme Personality of Godhead; its members consist of 10,000 temple devotees and 250,000 congregational devotees.

• Siddhavat

Siddhavata at Ujjain is well known for its sanctity as Akshayavata of Prayag, Vamshivata of Vrindawan and Panchavata of Nasik. Post funeral rites are performed here at the Siddhavata ghat of holy Shipra. Skanda-purana has referred to this place as preta-shilla-tirth. According to some opinion Parvati performed her penances here. This has also been a place of worship for the followers of Nath sect.

• Mangalnath

Mangalnath temple is located on the bank of river Shipra. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva, Mangalnath Temple is a greatly respected holy place situated in Ujjain. According to the Matsya Purana it is known as the birth place of Mars. Far away from the flurry of the city life, Mangalnath Temple is placed on a serene surroundings and it overlooks the vast stretch of water in the majestic Shipra River.

• Gopal mandir

Gopal temple at Ujjain is dedicated to Lord Krishna in blue form. It is also known as Dwarikadhish Temple. Lord Krishna is the lover of milkmaids, the celestial herdsman and the great incarnation of Preserver of the Universe-God Vishnu. Gopal temple was constructed by Bayajibai Shinde, the queen of Maharajah Daulat Rao Shinde, in the 19th century.

• Bade Ganesh

This temple situated above the tank near the Mahakaleshwar temple, enshrines a huge artistic sculpture of Ganesh, the son of Shiva. An idol of this size and beauty is rarely to be found. The middle of the temple is adorned by an idol of the pancha-mukhi (five faced) Hanuman. There is provision for learning of Sanskrit and Astrology in the temple

Bathing Ghats

Bathing Ghats on the auspicious occasion of Kumbh Mela are the major attractions bringing together all the Hindus from the country. During the Kumbh Mela lakhs of devotees swarm the bathing ghats. Here Ram Ghat and Narsingha Ghat in Ujjain are the oldest and sacred bathing ghats. Apart from its religious significance, bathing ghats in Ujjain are the fascinating places for a leisurely walk.

• Ram Ghat

Along the banks of River Kshipra, many bathing ghats are located. The Shri Ram Ghat, also known as Ram Ghat is the most ancient bathing ghat and is very popularly visited during the Kumbh Mela. It is located near the Harsiddhi Temple.

• Triveni Ghat

The temple of Navagraha, the nine planets, on the Triveni ghat of Shipra is a prominent centre of attraction for the pilgrims. There is a confluence of Khan river near Triveni ghat on the Shipra.

• Gau Ghat

Bathing Ghats on the auspicious occasion of Simhasth Maha Kumbh are the major attractions bringing together all the Hindus from the country. During the Simhasth Maha Kumbh lakhs of devotees swarm the bathing ghats.

• Mangalnath Ghat

These three ghats are located near the bridge of the auspicious Mangalnath Temple, on the right and left banks of holy River Kshipra. These ghats were developed by the Water Resource Department for the purpose of the devotees who come for Simhasth Maha Kumbh or the Holy Bath.

• Siddhwat Ghat

Siddhwat ghat is situated near Siddhawat Temple, on the left bank of River Kshipra. A road, next to the Sidhawat Temple, leads to this Ghat.

• Kabir Ghat

Kabir ghat is situated on the left bank of River Kshipra, which is located on the right side of the Ujjain Barnagar road. One can reach the ghat from a lane, which extends on the left side of roads on the Ujjain Barnagar Road.

• Rinmukteshwar Ghat

This Ghat is situated near Rin Mukteshwar Temple. You will find an ancient statue of Lord Shiva's main host "Virbhadra" and old tree under which Rin Mukteshwar’s Lord Shiva lingam and ancient Ganesh idol are established.

• Bhukimata Ghat

This ghat is situated on the left side of River Kshipra, near the famous Bhukimata Temple. A road extending from the left side of a big bridge on the Ujjain Chintaman Road leads to this Ghat.

• Datt Akhada Ghat

This ghat is situated on the left bank of River Kshipra, connecting Ujjain Barnagar Road.

• Chintaman Ghat

This ghat is situated on the left bank of River Kshipra, which flows under the Lalpul Railway Bridge located near a big bridge on the Ujjain Chintaman Road.

• Prashanti Dham Ghat

This Ghat is situated in the atrium of Prashanti Dham Temple & towards the right coast of Kshipra river. The way to reach this Ghat is 1.5 KM Away from Ujjain-Indore Route by the right side of the temple.

• Sunheri Ghat

This ghat is situated on the right bank of River Kshipra, which lies towards the right side of a small lane on Ujjain Badnagar Road.

• Narsingh Ghat

This ghat is situated on the banks of River Kshipra, on the left side of which lies the famous Kark Raj Temple opposite Bhukimata Temple. The specialty of this temple is that it is located on the Tropic of Cancer passing through Ujjain.

Ujjain Places To See- Places To Visit In Ujjain

• Mahakaleshwar:

The Mahakaleshwar temple at Ujjain is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the twelve Jyotirlings of lord Shiva spread over the country. The shivling in this temple is believed to be the only one facing towards the South due to which it is also called Dakshinmukhi (having face towards south). The Mahakaleshwar temple is also a Shaktipeeth of Goddess Sati, according to legends the upper lips of the Goddess fell here when Lord Shiva was carrying her dead body to Kailash which makes this temple holier.

• Radha Madan Mohan Temple:

The temple has been established by the ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness). This beautifully constructed temple is a major draw of the city and is a major landmark in the Hare Rama Hare Krishna movement.

• Kal Bhairava:

Bhairava is the fierce manifestation of Lord Shiva and is associated with annihilation. The most interesting aspect of this temple is the fact that the devotees offer Liquor bottles to the lord and are also given liquor as the Prasad. Kal Bhairav temple at Ujjain is the most important of all the Bhairav temples as among the eight Bhairavs worshipped by the Kapalika and Aghora sects of Hinduism. Bottels of Liqour is available 24*7 in front of the temple.

• Bade Ganesh ji Ka Mandir:

Bade Ganesh ji Ki Mandir in Ujjain is situated near the tank of the Mahakaleshwar Temple which houses a massive statue of the elephant-headed God of Wisdom and Prosperity, Lord Ganesha. The Bade Ganesha Ji Temple of Ujjain is an Institute for teaching astrology and Sanskrit. There also a idol of Lord Januman at the temple which has five faces and is the only idol of Hanuman that is Panchmukhi (five faced).

• Bhartrihari Caves:

Brahitari was the step brother of the great king Vikramaditya. He was a literary genius and wrote many of his Sanskrit classics like Shringarshataka, Vairagyashataka and Nitishataka in these caves. These caves lie on the banks of Shipra River near the Gadakali temple.

• Kalidasa Academy:

The Kalidas academy was set up by the state government in the memory of the great poet and Kallidas. The academy is one of the prime institutions for study of Sanskrit language and ancient traditional performing arts. The academy consist of a theater, museum, library, lecture and seminar halls, research facilities for scholars and a large open air theater.

Apart from the above attractions you can also visit the following places which are worth a visit: Sandalwala Building, Vikram university, The Vedha shala (The observatory), Navagraha Mandir (Triveni), Gopal Mandir, Mangalnath and the  Sandipani Ashram


Important: The mela authorities have also launched a special Simhasth Mobile App having a host of facilities. It will act as a guide for the large number of devotees visiting the fair. Geographical Information System (GIS) technology will be extensively used in mapping the mela area.The GIS-enabled system will identify available parking slots, have information on traffic plan, traditional procession roads, location of ATM counters among other facilities.

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