Mauni Amavasya at Maha Kumbh: Where to Stay & What to Do

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Mauni Amavasya falls on January 29 during the Maha Kumbh Mela in Prayagraj. It is one of the most sacred bathing days

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Around 10 crore devotees are expected at the festival

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150+ special trains, 9 stations, 560 ticketing points, and 132 counters will streamline pilgrim movement

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Accommodation options include luxury to basic tents, budget to premium hotels, and affordable dharamshalas for a spiritual stay

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The 13 Akhadas will enter Sangam via the Triveni pontoon. Mahanirvani and Atal Akhadas will take the first Shahi Snan

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