'The Ganga's flow carries with it the wisdom and heritage of centuries' — with this quote, Rabindranath Tagore perfectly encapsulates why India holds such a strong belief in the River Ganga. Across ages, Ganga has been considered the holiest river in India. Whether it is Dhauliganga in Uttarakhand or The Hooghly in West Bengal, Ganga is referred to by different names in different states, yet its religious significance and reverence remain constant.
Popularly known as Goddess Ganga, and worshipped like a mother, India’s largest river fertilises the mainland. Inspired by its allure, Delhi-based YouTuber and traveller Raunaq Sahni has always been eager to travel from its source to mouth to understand what makes it the lifeline of India. The 26-year-old runs his YouTube channel ‘Monkey Magic’ and is a full-time traveller exploring the diverse landscapes of India.
Always an admirer of Rishikesh, he used to wonder why people have such deep faith in Ganga and why it is prayed like a mother. Following his intuition, Sahni embarked on a four-month-long journey last year from Gaumukh to Ganga Sagar (Bay Of Bengal) and came up with his first photo book ‘Melodies Of India’ containing all the life-changing experiences he had during the journey. Image: Special Arrangement 'Gaumukh To Ganga Sagar' Ganga originates from Gaumukh, a snout in the Gangotri glacier of the Himalayan mountains, and eventually merges with the sea at Ganga Sagar.
Each year, thousands of devotees embark on.
