Rajim, sometimes called the 'Prayag Raj of Chhattisgarh', sits at the confluence of the Mahanadi, Pairi and Sondur rivers, a sacred triveni sangam that has made it an important Hindu pilgrimage centre for centuries. The…
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Introduction
Rajim, sometimes called the 'Prayag Raj of Chhattisgarh', sits at the confluence of the Mahanadi, Pairi and Sondur rivers, a sacred triveni sangam that has made it an important Hindu pilgrimage centre for centuries. The town's Rajivlochan Temple, dedicated to Vishnu, is among the oldest and most architecturally significant temples in the state.
Each year Rajim hosts the Rajim Kumbh Mela, a major religious fair held during Magh Purnima that draws large numbers of pilgrims to bathe at the sacred confluence, alongside cultural performances and a temporary town of stalls and camps along the riverbank.
History
The temples at Rajim are believed to date back to around the 7th century CE under early regional dynasties, with the site's significance as a sacred river confluence recorded in tradition stretching back considerably further.
Best time to visit
October to March; the Rajim Kumbh Mela in January/February (Magh Purnima) is the most significant time to visit.
