Religious gatherings in India
India, being a country of diverse religions and spiritual traditions, hosts some of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Here are the top religious events in India that see the maximum turnout : 1. Kumbh Mela (Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Haryana) Attendance : Up to 120 million (in the case of the 2021 Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, even amidst the pandemic). Description : Kumbh Mela is a Hindu pilgrimage and festival where millions gather at the banks of holy rivers (Ganges, Yamuna, Godavari, etc.) to bathe in the waters, believed to cleanse them of sins. This mela, which occurs every 12 years at each of the four locations (Haridwar, Allahabad/Prayagraj, Nashik, and Ujjain), has earned a spot in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list due to its scale and religious significance . 2. Mahashivaratri at Somnath Temple (Gujarat) Attendance : Over 1 million people. Description : This annual event, dedicated to Lord Shiva, attracts millions of devotees to Somn...