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  1. Ganges - Wikipedia

    The main sections of the Ganges River are home to the gharial (Gavialis gangeticus) and mugger crocodile (Crocodylus palustris), and the Ganges delta is home to the saltwater crocodile (C. …

  2. Ganges River | History, Map, Location, Pollution, & Facts - Britannica

    Dec 7, 2025 · Ganges River is a great river of the plains of the northern Indian subcontinent, which from time immemorial has been the holy river of Hinduism. Despite its importance, its …

  3. The Role of the Sacred River Ganges in Ancient Hinduism

    Dec 7, 2025 · Life, Purity, and Devotion The Ganges River has been central to Hindu belief for millennia, symbolizing purity, life, and divine presence. Its waters connect humans with gods …

  4. The Ganges River System - IndiaGeographies

    Apr 30, 2025 · Originating from the pristine glaciers of the Himalayas, the Ganges flows through northern India and Bangladesh, covering a vast basin of approximately 1.1 million square …

  5. Ganges: The Sacred Hindu River - World History Encyclopedia

    May 27, 2015 · The River Ganges, also known as the Ganga, flows 2,700 km from the Himalaya mountains to the Bay of Bengal in northern India and Bangladesh. Regarded as sacred by …

  6. Ganges River Basin - Education

    The Ganges (Ganga) River is a body of water sacred to the Hindu religion that begins high in the Himalaya Mountains and empties out into the Bay of Bengal. The surrounding river basin …

  7. Drone views of the Ganges: Captivating vistas of India's holy …

    1 day ago · Take a flight of discovery high above the breathtaking beauty of the Ganges River, as this drone footage captures the sacred waters flowing through India. The Ganges holds …

  8. Why Is The Ganges River Important? - The Institute for …

    Jun 30, 2025 · The Ganges River, or Ganga, isn’t merely a body of water; it is the lifeblood of northern India and Bangladesh, a sacred entity intertwined with the spiritual, cultural, and …

  9. The Ganges: A River of Sacred Rituals and Traditions

    Apr 6, 2025 · In Hindu mythology and culture, the Ganges is viewed as a sacred entity, embodying purity and reverence. As a lifeline for millions, the Ganges is deeply intertwined …

  10. The Ganges River is drying faster than ever - The Conversation

    Sep 24, 2025 · For centuries, the Ganges and its tributaries have sustained one of the world’s most densely populated regions. Stretching from the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal, the …