Question

There are several major pilgrimages performed by people in India today. Find out about anyone of them, and write a short description. (Hint: Who can go on the pilgrimage- men women or children? How long does it take? How do people travel? What do they take with them? What do they do when they reach the holy place? Do they bring anything back with them?)

Answer 1

Amarnath ki Yatra is one of the most ardous journey undertaken by the pilgrims. It is a sacred place for the Hindus. Amarnath in Himalaya has natural shiva linga made of ice. The journey is undertaken by people of all ages. It takes about 15 days from Delhi. The journey starts in the month of August. Part of the journey covered by train, other part of foot and riding on animals. The security forces have to protect the pilgrims from terrorist attacks. The pilgrims carry offerings and after bathing they offer their prayers, they start on the return journey. Very often pilgrims bring 'prasad' which is distributed among the people back home.