Neha Mewari | July 31, 2024
Ganges [Ganga]
Considered the holiest river in Hinduism, the Ganges is worshipped as a goddess. Bathing in its waters is believed to cleanse sins and purify the soul.
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Brahmaputra
Sacred in northeastern India, the Brahmaputra is associated with myths and legends. It is vital for the region's ecology and economy.
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Sarasvati
Though largely mythical today, the Sarasvati river is linked to knowledge and wisdom in Hindu tradition and celebrated in ancient scriptures.
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Narmada
One of the seven holy rivers, the Narmada is worshipped as a goddess. Bathing in its waters is believed to remove sins and purify the soul.
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Kaveri
Sacred for its fertility, the Kaveri is central to rituals and festivals in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. It is associated with Lord Shiva.
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Tapti (Tapi)
An important western Indian river, the Tapti is considered sacred and linked with various religious practices and purification.
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Godavari
The Ganges of the South, the Godavari is sacred in Hinduism with many pilgrimage sites along its banks. It plays a key role in various festivals.
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Yamuna
Revered as a goddess and closely associated with Krishna, the Yamuna flows through Mathura and is central to many rituals and festivals.
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Sindhu (Indus)
Historically significant, the Indus River is sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Its cultural importance extends into modern India.
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