The Kumbh Mela at Ujjain in the central Indian state of Madhya Pradesh is an event which devout Hindus wait for every 12 years, when the sun is in Aries and Jupiter is in Aquarius. The month-long congregation brings together millions of people from across India and abroad. Driven by faith and the quest for inner peace, they converge on this holy city to be a part of a unique bathing festival. -Mark Tully "No Full Stops in India" |