Ardh Kumbh Mela (Prayag)

Ardh Kumbh Mela is held every sixth year after a Maha Kumbh Mela that takes place every 12 years. The very auspicious Ardh Kumbh Mela is falling in January – February 2007.
 
The Historical Origin

 
The origin of the Kumbh Mela dates back to the time, when there arose a conflict between the gods and the demons over the possession of the pot of amrit, the immortal nectar. As they were involved in the churning of the ocean for the immortal elixir, the ocean yielded many treasures, till finally Dhanvantri came with the coveted pot in his hands.

The gods and the demons fought to posses the pitcher. In the process,

some drops of the immortal nectar splashed and fell on the earth at four places: Allahabad, Haridwar, Nasik and Ujjain that became the famous pilgrimage centers.