The Largest Gathering of Humans on the Planet

In January 2019, an estimated 120 million people gathered at the confluence of three holy rivers in India: the Ganga, the Yamuna, and the mythical Sarasvati. The Kumbh Mela is a historic pilgrimage that occurs just once every 12 years. It is widely considered the largest gathering of humans on the planet, and can be seen from space. Read more:

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