Since the dawn of civilization, rivers have been pivotal, offering sustenance and spiritual significance, with India being home to several revered ones
Ganges
Originating in Uttarakhand's western Himalayas, is India's longest river, cherished by devotees who believe its holy waters cleanse sins
Yamuna
A tributary of the Ganges, holds sacred status in Hinduism, linked to Goddess Yamuna, offering spiritual cleansing to believers
Godavari
Revered in Hindu scriptures, the Godavari is steeped in legend, with pilgrimage sites dotting its banks, embodying purity and redemption
Narmada
Emerging from Madhya Pradesh's Amarkantak Plateau, it holds lifeline status for Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, intertwined with tales of divine origin
Kaveri
Flowing through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, the River is revered as Goddess Kaveriamma, and celebrated for its fertility and sacredness
Krishna
Providing vital irrigation and spiritual solace to states it traverses, the Krishna River hosts sacred fairs and pilgrimages along its banks
Shipra
The River originates from Lord Vishnu's boar incarnation, and is a haven for spiritual seekers, adorned with temples and the ashram of Sage Sandipani