A lamp floats at Panchavati, a special significance for Hindus as an important religious site on the bank of the Godavari River


The Panchavati has special significance for Hindus as an important religious site on the bank of the Godavari River. This is the site of the Maha Kumbh Mela, happening once every 12 years. Here's a ceremonial lamp is floated in the holy river water asking for prayers.


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Location: Panchavati, Nashik, Maharashtra, India
Photo credit: © Paramvir Singh / Alamy / Afripics
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