Prayagraj, earlier known as Allahabad, is called Teerthraj — the king of pilgrimage places. The main reason is the holy Triveni Sangam, where Ganga, Yamuna and the invisible Saraswati meet.
According to Hindu scriptures, a bath at the Sangam cleanses sins and grants spiritual merit. The city hosts the world-famous Kumbh Mela, the largest human gathering on earth.
Important spiritual places include:
This is why saints and devotees call Prayagraj the Teerthraj – King of Pilgrimage.