Kumbh Mela Collection

Sadhus at a royal bath (Sahi Snan) during Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Pilgrims at the Sacred Fair of Hurdwar, 1845. Creator: Unknown
Pilgrims at the Sacred Fair of Hurdwar, 1845. Hindus at the Kumbh Mela on the River Ganges at Haridwar in India. From "Hindostan, The Shores of the Red Sea, and The Himalaya Mountains, Vol

Sadhu with Shiva trident attending Haridwar Kumbh Mela, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, Asia

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Female sadhu (sadhvia) impersonating goddess Kali and male sadhu impersonating god Hanuman at Haridwar Kumbh Mela, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, Asia

Sadhu at Haridwar Kumbh Mela, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, Asia

Sadhu at the Kumbh Mela in February 2010, Haridwar, Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

Shivaite Naga sadhu poking a sacred fire in his akhara at the Kumbh Mela in Hardwar

Sadhu, Naga Baba (naked Baba, belonging to the Junna brotherhood) smoking a chilum at the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar, February 2010

Naga sadhu coming out of the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

India, Allahabad, Kumbh Mela festival, Sadhu, portrait

Sadhus sharing a chilum in an akhara at the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Guru lying on a bed of nails in Pilot Baba camp at Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Sadhu procession during Haridwar Kumbh Mela. The sadhu shown in this picture is a muni (silent man)

Naga sadhu bathing in the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

Sadhu impersonating god Hanuman at Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Puja celebrated in Pilot Baba camp at Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Devotees and holy men take a dip in the river Ganges during Somvati Amavasya
Thousands of devotees and holy men converge in Haridwar to take a dip in the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

Hindu swamis prayer beads

Naga sadhu in his akhara at the Kumbh Mela in Hardwar

Hindu devotee in Pilot Baba camp at Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Naga sadhus bathing in the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

Har-ki-Pauri ghat in the evening during the Kumbh Mela

Sadhu at Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Sadhu attending Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Female sadhu (sadhvia) impersonating goddess Kali at Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Sadhus sharing a chilum in an akhara at the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Sadhus in Hardwar during the Kumbh Mela

Naga sadhus on Har-ki-Pauri ghat about to take a dip in the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

Sadhu procession during Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Naga sadhus walking down the steps of Har-ki-Pauri ghat to take a dip in the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

Sadhu in Hardwar railway station during the Kumbh Mela

Evening lighting during the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Devotees and holy men take a dip in the river Ganges during Navsamvatsar
Thousands of devotees and holy men converge in Haridwar to take a dip in the river Ganges on the occasion of Navsamvatsar, a Hindu holiday taking place during the Maha Kumbh Mela festival

Devotees and holy men take a dip in the river Ganges during Lord Ramas day
Thousands of devotees converge in Haridwar to take a dip in the river Ganges on the occasion of Lord Ramas day, a Hindu holiday taking place during the Maha Kumbh Mela festival

Sadhvi (female sadhu) doing a mudra

Procession during the Kumbh Mela

Guru and western disciples in Pilot Baba camp at Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Hindu swami in an akhara at the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Western devotee in Pilot Baba camp at Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Sadhus attending Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Naga sadhu jumping into the river Ganges on the occasion of Somvati Amavasya, a no moon day in the traditional Hindu calendar

Sadhu at Haridwar Kumbh Mela

Sadhvi (female sadhu) showing a Ganesh pendant at the Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Sadhu procession in Hardwar during the Kumbh Mela

Hindu devotee coming out of the river Ganges on the occasion of Lord Ramas day, a Hindu holiday taking place during the Maha Kumbh Mela festival

Pamphlets given in Pilot Baba camp at Kumbh Mela in Haridwar

Sadhu with ash on his body attending Haridwar Kumbh Mela

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The Kumbh Mela, a grand spiritual gathering held in various cities across India, is a spectacle that showcases the vibrant tapestry of Hindu culture. In Haridwar, Uttar Pradesh, Sadhus from all walks of life come together to participate in this sacred event. At the royal bath (Sahi Snan), one can witness an awe-inspiring sight as Sadhus immerse themselves in the holy waters of the Ganges River. With their bodies adorned with ash and wearing saffron robes, they exude an aura of devotion and spirituality. Among them stands a Sadhu holding a Shiva trident, symbolizing his deep connection with Lord Shiva. His presence adds to the mystical atmosphere surrounding the Kumbh Mela. Intriguingly, there are also female Sadhus known as sadhvis who impersonate goddesses like Kali. Their divine grace and dedication to their chosen deity inspire reverence among onlookers. As night falls upon Har-ki-Pauri ghat during the Kumbh Mela, it transforms into a mesmerizing spectacle illuminated by countless lights. The riverbank becomes a place where devotees gather to offer prayers and seek blessings from deities. Within their akharas (spiritual encampments), Shivaite Naga sadhus engage in rituals around sacred fires. Their unwavering commitment to their faith is evident as they poke these fires with utmost reverence. Amidst all this fervor, one may encounter Naga Babas belonging to the Junna brotherhood smoking chilums - traditional clay pipes used for smoking herbs or tobacco. This act represents their detachment from worldly desires and complete surrender to spirituality. The diversity within this congregation is astounding; each Sadhu carries unique stories etched on their faces - tales of sacrifice and unwavering devotion towards God.