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Kumbh Mela · Naked Festivals

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Kumbh Mela · Naked Festivals

The largest human gathering on earth, the Kumbh Mela features naked holy men known as Naga Sadhus participating in spiritual cleansing river baths and processions. Occurring every three years with rotating locations, it is a profound expression of Hindu spirituality and asceticism.

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The largest human gathering on earth, the Kumbh Mela features naked holy men known as Naga Sadhus participating in spiritual cleansing river baths and processions. Occurring every three years with rotating locations, it is a profound expression of Hindu spirituality and asceticism.

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Best season
None
Difficulty
7
Region
India, Various (Allahabad, Haridwar, Nashik, Ujjain)

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