Kumbha Mela : Ardh Kumbha Mela is celebrated every six years while purna Kumbh Mela is celebrated once in 12 years. Maha Kumbh Mela comes after 12 purna Kumbh Melas.

The previous Maha Kumbh Mela, held in 2001 at Allahabad, was attended by around 60 million people, making it the world's largest gathering. Next Purna Kumbh Mela will be held at Allahabad from Jan 14 to March 10, 2013.