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According to the Hindu calendar, the full moon date of Kartik month will start from 10:36 pm on 4th November this year and will last till 6:48 pm on 5th November 2025. This day is considered very sacred and auspicious. It is said in the scriptures that by taking bath in Ganga, Yamuna or any holy river on the day of Kartik Purnima, a person gets the result of eternal virtue and salvation. It is believed that on this day the gods themselves incarnate on earth and take a bath in the Ganga, hence bathing and charity on this day is thousands of times more fruitful than on ordinary days.
Kashi- city of salvation
Kashi city has been counted among the best pilgrimage places for Kartik Purnima bath. On this day, donating a lamp and taking a bath on the banks of Ganga destroys the sins of many births. It is said that the main festival of Dev Deepawali is celebrated here, when the entire bank of Ganga is illuminated with lamps. Devotees who take bath and donate lamps on this day in Kashi attain salvation and auspicious results increase in their life.
Prayagraj- The great virtue of Triveni Sangam
The Triveni Sangam of Prayagraj, where the Ganga, Yamuna and the invisible Saraswati meet, is considered extremely sacred on Kartik Purnima. By taking bath here on this day, the sins of many births are destroyed and one gets freedom from Pitrudosh. Thousands of devotees take bath in Sangam during Brahmamuhurta and donate lamps and do charity. This place has been said to be the gateway to salvation and divinity, where even the gods come and receive the blessings of Mother Ganga.
Haridwar- Divine touch of Mother Ganga
In Haridwar, the day of Kartik Purnima is considered very auspicious for bathing in Ganga and donating lamps. According to ancient beliefs, taking bath in Har Ki Pauri on this day purifies the mind, body and soul. Devotees get freedom from all the sorrows and vices of life by participating in Ganga Aarti. With the divine touch of Mother Ganga, the flow of good luck, peace and prosperity starts in life.
Pushkar- virtue of Brahma Sarovar
Bathing in Brahma Sarovar located in Pushkar, Rajasthan, on Kartik Purnima has been said to have special significance. There is a mythological belief that Lord Brahma himself is present here on this day and blesses the devotees. On this day, wishes are fulfilled by bathing in the lake, donating lamps and worshiping Lord Brahma. Lakhs of devotees take a pilgrimage here and gain spiritual experience and receive the blessings of Lord Brahma.
Nashik and Ujjain – Centers of Divine Sadhana
Kartik Purnima bath is of utmost importance on the banks of Godavari River in Nashik, Maharashtra and Kshipra River in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. Taking a bath in Godavari in Nashik brings wealth, fame and knowledge, whereas in Ujjain, darshan and worship of Lord Mahakaleshwar removes all the troubles of life. By taking bath at these holy places, the seeker experiences spiritual progress, mental peace and divine energy.
take holy bath at home
According to religious belief, devotees who are unable to go to holy places or take bath in rivers on the occasion of Kartik Purnima, can also take bath at home by mixing Ganga water and get the same virtue. It is said in the scriptures that true devotion is not measured by place but by feelings. If a person has pure devotion and faith in his mind, words and deeds, then bathing in Ganga water at home is as fruitful as taking a pilgrimage. It is considered a symbol of spiritual purification, freedom from sins and divine grace.
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