The Importance of Sacred Dates
Explore the six divine moments that shape this spiritual pilgrimage.
Paush Purnima
13 Jan 2025 | மார்கழி 29 | माघ कृष्ण द्वितीया 13
Paush Purnima, the full moon day in the Hindu month of Paush, marks the beginning of the month-long Magh Mela. It is considered an auspicious day for taking a holy dip, and many devotees follow a disciplined life of penance, including rituals like fasting and daily baths, to purify themselves spiritually.
Makar Sankranti
14 Jan 2025 | தை 01 | माघ कृष्ण तृतीया 14
Makar Sankranti celebrates the Sun’s transition into Capricorn (Makara), marking the first major holy bath (Shahi Snan) of Kumbh Mela. It signifies the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of longer days. Bathing in the sacred rivers on this day is believed to wash away sins and grant spiritual blessings.
Mauni Amavasya
29 Jan 2025 | தை 16 | माघ कृष्ण अष्टमी 29
Mauni Amavasya is among the most significant days of Kumbh Yatra, when it’s believed that the sacred rivers turn to nectar. Many devotees observe silence (mauna) as an act of self-discipline, and millions take a holy dip to cleanse themselves of past sins and seek divine grace.
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Basant Panchami
03 Feb 2025 | தை 21 | माघ कृष्ण एकादशी 03
Basant Panchami heralds the arrival of spring and is dedicated to Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and wisdom. Devotees, especially students and scholars, pray for her blessings. Bathing in the holy rivers on this day is thought to bring mental clarity and spiritual purity.
Maghi Purnima
12 Feb 2025 | மாசி 01 | माघ शुक्ल प्रतिपदा 12
Maghi Purnima, the full moon day in the Hindu month of Magha, marks the closing of the month-long Magh Mela. Bathing on this day is believed to complete the spiritual purification cycle that began on Makar Sankranti, bringing blessings and closure to the journey.
Maha Shivaratri
26 Feb 2025 | மாசி 15 | महाशिवरात्रि 26
Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Maha Shivaratri is a day of fasting, prayer, and introspection. Devotees believe that sincere worship on this day earns Lord Shiva’s blessings. Bathing in the sacred rivers during Maha Shivaratri is believed to release one from the cycle of birth and death, leading to moksha (liberation).