The story of how this pilgrimage site became known as Prayagraj is intriguing..The name Prayagraj is linked to mythology.It is believed that Brahma Ji conducted a yajna here, resulting in the creation of 'Pra' and 'Yag' from the ritual, thus naming the place Prayag..This city is where the three rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati meet, which is why it was named the king of 'Prayag,' or Prayagraj..Prayagraj, also referred to as Tirtharaj and Triveni Sangam, is considered the king of pilgrimages..The Magh fair is held here annually during January and February..It is believed that Lord Vishnu is present here in the form of Madhava.Prayagraj was formerly referred to as Allahabad.Previously, this city was known as Allahabad, but in 2018, the UP government renamed it Prayagraj..Mark Your Calendar: Shahi Snan Dates for Mahakumbh 2025 Released
The story of how this pilgrimage site became known as Prayagraj is intriguing..The name Prayagraj is linked to mythology.It is believed that Brahma Ji conducted a yajna here, resulting in the creation of 'Pra' and 'Yag' from the ritual, thus naming the place Prayag..This city is where the three rivers Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati meet, which is why it was named the king of 'Prayag,' or Prayagraj..Prayagraj, also referred to as Tirtharaj and Triveni Sangam, is considered the king of pilgrimages..The Magh fair is held here annually during January and February..It is believed that Lord Vishnu is present here in the form of Madhava.Prayagraj was formerly referred to as Allahabad.Previously, this city was known as Allahabad, but in 2018, the UP government renamed it Prayagraj..Mark Your Calendar: Shahi Snan Dates for Mahakumbh 2025 Released