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Kumbha and what it means to the devout
Allahabad:
The Purna Kumbha is held here every 12 years.This year's Maha Kumbha
is occurring after 144 years.
In
between Purna Kumbhas,the Kumbha is celebrated in Hardwar, Nashik
and Ujjain.
DATES
WITH DIVINITY
- Paush
Purnima, January 9, to Magh Purnima, February 8, is kalpa vaas,
a period of fasting and meditation.
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Makar Sankranti, January 14, signals the end of Paush month and
the beginning of Magh. First shahi snan (regal bath).
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Mauni Amavas, January 24: the most scared shahi snan.
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Vasant Panchami, January 29, sees the final shahi snan.
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Shivratri, February 21, marks the end of the 44-day Kumbha.
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