Ganga Pushkaram
Ganga Pushkaram is a festival of River Ganga which normally occurs once in 12 years. This Pushkaram is observed for a period of 12 days from the time of entry of Jupiter into Aswini nakshatra Mesha rasi (Aries).[1]
| Ganga Pushkaram | |
|---|---|
 Pilgrims taking dip in the holy Ganges river at Haridwar (2012) | |
| Status | Active |
| Genre | Hindu festivals |
| Frequency | every 12 years |
| Venue | |
| Location(s) | Ganga River |
| Country | India |
| Most recent | 2011 |
| Next event | 22 April – 5 May 2023 |
| Area | North India |
| Activity | Holy river dip |
See also
References
- Roshen Dalal (18 April 2014). Hinduism: An Alphabetical Guide. Penguin Books Limited. pp. 921–. ISBN 978-81-8475-277-9.
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