Ganga Sagar Mela is a significant hindu festival and fair celebrated at Sagar dwip, West Bengal, India every year in January. Some key aspects of “The Ganga Sagar Mela ”
Date
The festival is observed on January 14 or 15 aligned with the auspicious day of Makar Sankranti.Location
The event take place at GangaSagar, Sager dwip in the south 24 parganas district of West Bengal, India.
Rituals
Hindu devotees gather for a holy dip at the confluence of the river ganges and the Bay of Bengal. It is believed that taking this dip during the festival cleanses one of sins and facilitates “Moksha “..Pilgrimages
Devotees and pilgrims visit sagar island to participate the rituals from all over the india. Many sadhu (saint) from different part of India came for a holy dip at ganges confluence.
Offering
Devotees offer prayers, perform rituals. Offer prayers to lord Surya and worship Kapil Muni. The festival has its roots in hindu scripture, dating back to the time of the Mahabharata and is associated with the Kapil Muni ashram.
Cultural Event
It is the second largest hindu fair, after Kumbh mela and attracts millions of pilgrims. Government make transit camp,ferry services and surveillance systems for devotees. Devotees perform folk music and local stalls selling religious items and handicrafts.Conclusion
Gangasagar Mela not only is a religious event with also showcase the rich tradition and spiritual roots of India. Once in a lifetime must see event.
GANGA SAGAR TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1- Arrival in Kolkata. Transfer to Hotel and freshen up. Half day sightseen on Kolkata .
Meal- Lunch & Dinner
Day 2– Early morning start for Gangasagar. Reach Lot no 8 around 11 am.River crossing by vessel and reach Kachuberia and proceed for campsite.
Visit Kapilmuni Ashram at evening. Night stay at Gangasagar.
Meals- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 3- Early morning take a Holydip in Gangasagar. After Puja & rituals visit mela and take some photographs for your memory. Proceed for Kolkata. Night stay at Kolkatta.
 Meals- Breakfast & Dinner
Day 4- After breakfast proceed for your outwards journey.
Meals- Breakfast
