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liberation (moksha). Pilgrims Many major pilgrimage
flock to riverbanks to perform sites in India are located along
rituals, take holy dips, and seek rivers. Cities such as Varanasi,
blessings. The idea that rivers Haridwar, Prayagraj, and
cleanse sins and bring salvation Rishikesh owe their spiritual
strengthens the spiritual significance to the Ganges. The
connection between people and Kumbh Mela, one of the largest
water bodies. religious gatherings in the world,
is held at the confluence of
sacred rivers, drawing millions
of devotees seeking spiritual
purification.

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