Home > Travel > States of India > Triveni Sangam
Triveni Sangam
Triveni Sangam is the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati River near Allahabad, India.

Share this Article:

Triveni Sangam, Indian Pilgrimage Spot, Allahabad, Uttar PradeshTriveni Sangam is the convergence of three major Indian rivers, namely the Ganga, the Yamuna and the legendary Saraswati River near Allahabad, India. This spot have become a well-known pilgrimage spot in India. Sangama is the Sanskrit term for confluence. The Triveni Sangam in Allahabad is a confluence of three rivers, the Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Of these three, the river Saraswati is invisible and is known to be flowing in underground and join the other two rivers from below.

The point of convergence is a sacred place for Hindus. A bath here is said to wash away all the sins and free the individual from the cycle of rebirth. The sight of the Sangam is a splendid treat to the eyes. One can see the muddy and pale-yellow waters of Ganga merging with the serene blue waters of Yamuna. The Ganga is only 4 feet deep, while Yamuna is 40 feet deep close to the point of their nexus. The river Yamuna converges with the Ganges at this point and the Ganges continues on until it meets the sea at the Bay of Bengal. At the confluence of these two great Indian rivers, where the invisible Saraswati joins them, many Tirtha yatris come on boats to take a holy bath from platforms constructed in the Sangam. This, together with the migratory birds gives a picturesque look to the river during the Kumbha mela that is held in the month of January. It is believed that all the gods come in human form to take a dip at the sangam and recompense their sins.

The pollution of this great river is a serious cause of concern for all religious-minded people. Although the Indian Government has spent crores of rupees to cleanse the Ganga, pollution has not left these two rivers completely. Rather all those high-placed industrialists, judges and politicians are venerating the rivers. Above all, the common man has never given thought to keeping it clean.
Triveni Sangam, Indian Pilgrimage Spot, Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh
An earlier Prime minister of India, Indira Gandhi used to come for a holy dip in this place. The people should take immediate steps to stop the pollution of this great, holy river, where the "nectar pot" was kept, as mentioned in the Puranas. On the bank of Ganga at Daraganj, just before the convergence of Ganga and Yamuna, the well-known statistician Ravindra Khattree has spent his early years when he was attending Ewing Christian College, situated on the bank of Yamuna, just few miles before the confluence. The Maharshi Institute of Management, named for Maharshi Mahesh Yogiwho is situated on the other bank of the river Ganga at Arail. The Harish Chandra Research Institute, named after the famous mathematician Harish Chandra, from Allahabad is also located on the same side of the river in the village of Jhusi.

The Triveni Sangam is believed to be the same place where drops of Nectar trickled down from the pitcher, from the hands of the Gods. So it is believed that a bath in the Sangam immediately washes away all one`s sins and will clear the way to heaven. Pious Hindus from all over India come to this sacred pilgrimage point to offer prayers and take a dip in the consecrated waters. The holy Kumbha Mela is held every 12 years on the banks of the Sangam. According to myth, Lord Brahma performed the Prakrista Yajna here. In this way Allahabad received its ancient name as Prayag. Allahabad is also called Tirtha-Raja or the Prayag Raj, which is the king of all holy places. It is said that Lord Rama visited Allahabad when he was in banish.



Share this Article:

Related Articles

More Articles in States of India


East Indian States
East Indian States comprises of Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Odisha and also the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. It defines the cultural heritage, rich historical background and the linguistic unity.
Erode District
Erode District is one of the districts in the state of Tamil Nadu. The district of Erode is having a land-locked area with no sea coast.
Purnia District in Bihar
Purnia District is located in Bihar and extends from River Ganga to Nepal. The district has a rich Hindu history and glorious past.
South Delhi District
South Delhi District is the third largest district of Delhi as far as its area is concerned. South Delhi District is known for its economic, historical, cultural and social significance.
North Indian States
North Indian States formed the cultural and religious unity in spite of having many foreign invasion and the political disturbances from the early era till the British gained supremacy in Indian sub continent.
Kendujhar District
Kendujhar District, spread over an area of 8,240 sq kms, is as varied as the whole of Orissa with waterfalls roaring gorges, mountains and minerals. The manifold expressions of nature in Kendujhar District are considered as unique.
Hooghly district
Hooghly District along the bank of the river Hooghly is one of the principal trading ports of West Bengal.
Districts of South Tamil Nadu
Districts of South Tamil Nadu consist of many tourism destinations like archaeological sites and the history of Pandyas and Cholas. Considering their proximity to the sea, many districts also boast of serene beaches and coastal beauty.
Flora of Arunachal Pradesh
Flora of Arunachal Pradesh includes infinite species and is a subject of great interests for the botanists.
Districts of South Gujarat
Districts of South Gujarat are the epicenter of Jain pilgrimages and the early Hindu kingdoms.
North West States of India
North West States of India consist of three states, which are Rajasthan, Punjab and Haryana. All of them are culturally and traditionally diverse and they have been ruled by different dynasties in historical time.
Geography Of Chittoor District
Geography of Chittoor district is spread along the topography of the land which is divided into two natural divisions; Chittoor has a dry and healthy climate.
Districts of North Rajasthan
District of Northern part of Rajasthan is dotted with ancient forts and medieval villages.
Districts of North Odisha
District of North Odisha has Bengal boundary and shares the same culture. These are reachable if one pays a weekend visit to Digha.
Districts of West Bihar
Districts of West Bihar is comprised of medieval monuments that were built by the different governors of Mughal era.
Districts of South Haryana
Districts of South Haryana consists of many cities of industrial excellence. These districts are dotted with popular tourism destinations.
Medieval History of Assam
Medieval history of Assam narrates the advent and rule of a number of kingdoms in the region. The prominent dynasties of the kingdom left an everlasting imprint on the socio cultural heritage of India.
Geography of Meghalaya
The suitable climate, highland plateaus, rivers and the flora and fauna together forms the geography of Meghalaya.
Districts of Rayalaseema
Districts of Rayalaseema in Andhra Pradesh state has urban population and rural settlements as well.
Districts of South Punjab
Districts of Southern part of Punjab depict medieval history of Punjab and the rise of Sikhs.