Sacred Rivers of India

Explore the sacred rivers of India through our interactive map. Discover their spiritual significance, cultural heritage, and divine stories.

The Ten Sacred Rivers

Explore the divine rivers mentioned in the Nadi Stuti, each with their unique significance and cultural heritage

Ganga

The most sacred river of India, flowing from Gangotri to the Bay of Bengal, purifying millions of souls.

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Yamuna

The sacred river associated with Lord Krishna, flowing through Mathura and Vrindavan, joining Ganga at Prayagraj.

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Saraswati

The mystical river mentioned in ancient Vedic texts, believed to have flowed through northwestern India, symbolizing knowledge and wisdom.

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Krishna

One of the longest rivers in India, flowing through Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, sacred to Lord Krishna and vital for agriculture.

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Kaveri

The sacred river of South India, flowing through Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, revered as a goddess and vital for the region's agriculture and culture.

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Godavari

Known as the Ganga of the South, the longest river in peninsular India, flowing through Maharashtra, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh.

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Brahmaputra

The mighty river originating from Tibet, flowing through Assam and Bangladesh, known for its power and the fertile plains it creates.

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Narmada

One of the seven sacred rivers, flowing westward through Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, revered for its spiritual significance and natural beauty.

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Indus

The historic river that gave India its name, originating from Tibet and flowing through Pakistan, cradle of the ancient Indus Valley Civilization.

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Mahanadi

The great river of Odisha and Chhattisgarh, known for its fertile delta and cultural significance, supporting millions of people in eastern India.

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Interactive River Map

Click on any river to learn about its significance, journey, and cultural importance

Sacred Rivers

Ganga
गङ्गा

The most sacred river, flowing from Gangotri to Bay of Bengal

Yamuna
यमुना

Sacred river associated with Lord Krishna

Saraswati
सरस्वती

The mystical river of knowledge and wisdom

Krishna
कृष्णा

Major river of South India flowing eastward

Kaveri
कावेरी

The Ganga of the South, sacred to Tamil culture

Godavari
गोदावरी

Longest river in South India

Brahmaputra
ब्रह्मपुत्र

Son of Brahma, mighty river of Northeast India

Narmada
नर्मदा

One of the seven sacred rivers, flows westward

Indus
सिन्धु

The river that gave India its name

Mahanadi
महानदी

Great river of Eastern India

Legend

Hover over river names to highlight

How to Use

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Hover over river names in the sidebar to highlight them on the map

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Click on any river name to visit its dedicated information page

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Each river is color-coded for easy identification on the map

Sacred River Calendar

Discover upcoming sacred events, festivals, and auspicious dates celebrated along holy rivers. Never miss an important spiritual gathering or ritual.

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Sacred Events

Magha Purnima

February 26, 2025

Ganga

Sacred bathing festival at Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj. Millions gather for holy dip during this auspicious full moon day.

Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh

Holi Celebration

March 14, 2025

Yamuna

Traditional Holi celebration at Yamuna ghats in Vrindavan with colors, music, and spiritual festivities.

Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

Narmada Jayanti

April 13, 2025

Narmada

Annual celebration of Narmada river's birth anniversary with special prayers and cultural programs.

Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh
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