Culture of Nashik
| Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha नाशिक-त्र्यंबकेश्वर सिंहस्थ कुंभमेळा | |
|---|---|
Godavari river | |
| Location(s) | Trimbak and Nashik |
| Country | India |
| Previous event | 2015 |
| Next event | 2027 |
| Participants | Akharas, pilgrims |
| Website | kumbhmela2015 |
The culture of the city of Nashik, in northwestern Maharashtra, is centred around Hindu customs and festivals.
History
Nashik
Hindu
culture festival.
Nashik was included also under Ashok's Mighty Empire, it became popular in the era of Satavahanas, Nashik surrendered to the British on 19 April 1818.[1]
Festivals celebrated
Kumbh Mela
Nashik is home to
Mela (fair) held every 12 years. It is one of the four fairs traditionally recognized as Kumbha Melas, and is also known as Nashik-Trimbak Kumbha Mela or Nashik Kumbha Mela. The Nashik
Kumbh Mela is normally considered to be the most holy celebrations in Hinduism.
Mahamastakabhisheka
The Mahamastakabhisheka rituals are performed once every twelve years on the
Mangi Tungi.[2]
Rath Yatra
Lord Rama
and Hanuman in the Ganges can be witnessed. This auspicious Rath Yatra is celebrated at the Sansthan Shri Kalaram Mandir located at the Panchvati Van, which is dedicated to Lord Rama. The second day of the festival is the most important one, in which a long procession headed by the Pujadhikari is held accompanied by the Rath Of Lord Yama. During the whole procession, the Pujadhikari faces the Rath with folded hands and also keeps fasting from the very first day of the Chaitra month. The festival of Ramnavami is celebrated by the bursting of crackers and pompous lighting which attracts people from all over the world.
Other Festivals
Nashik also hosts festivals for Makar Sankranti and Diwali.
Religion
religions. In February 2016, theJain idol in the world.[3]
It has become a major pilgrimage and tourist destination.
Nashik is situated at the foothills of
Godavari. The city hosts numerous religious pilgrimages and festivals, including the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Simhastha, which is one of four Kumbh Mela
fairs. It is held every 12 years in one of the four places in India including Nashik.
Nashik is also known for its abundant fruits and vegetables. The yield of grapes, strawberries, and onions in Nashik is among the highest in the country. Nashik's people are known for their cultural art, literature, and food.[4]
Languages
The primary language spoken in Nashik is Marathi. It is the native language of the city and state and originates from Prakrit. Hindi is also widely spoken by the population.[5]
The
literacy rate is 89.95%, with 93.40% of men literate, and 85.92% of women.[6]
Demographics
The city has a
Sikh, 0.17% not stated, and 0.05% other.[7]
References
- ^ "Nashik History". maharashtratourism. Retrieved 9 September 2017.
- ^ "CM takes aerial view of 108-ft idol". The Times of India. 17 February 2016. Retrieved 26 July 2018.
- ^ "Guinness Book to certify Mangi Tungi idol | Nashik News - Times of India".
- ^ "Nashik – Nashik City – Nashik Kumbh Mela – Nashik Maharashtra India". Retrieved 11 June 2016.
- ^ "Marathi and Bhili-Languages Spoken in Nashik". Retrieved 11 June 2016.
- ^ "Nashik City Population Census 2011-2021 | Maharashtra".
- ^ "Nashik City Population Census 2011-2021 | Maharashtra".