Mahakumbh 2025: 6 Irresistible Winter Snacks To Try In Prayagraj

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03 Jan 2024

The Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 is set to begin on January 13 and will end on February 26 with Maha Shivratri. It is regarded as one of the biggest festivals in Hinduism.


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Maha Kumbh takes place once in 12 years. This year, it will be celebrated at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj, regarded as the confluence of the three holy rivers.


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Here are the top food items that you should not miss out when you are in the holy city. 


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Gajak
Gajak is a delicious snack, made of molasses, peanuts and almonds. It is consumed majorly around Makar Sankranti, Lohri in the month of January and Februray.


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Kachodi sabzi
Kachodi sabzi is one of the favourite breakfast staple for the people of Prayagraj. It should be a must-try when you visit the city.


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Til laddu
Til laddu, or little black sesame seeds truffle is an incredible winter delicacy that can be found at wholesale markets of Chowk and Katra.


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Red guava
Red guavas are the speciality of Prayagraj. Just step outside on the street and you will see vendors selling it.


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Angoori petha
Angoori petha is a light sweet snack made with pumpkins in the petha galli of Prayagraj.


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Dahi jalebi
Believe it or not, dahi jalebi is what people of Prayagraj eat in breakfast. The pairing may seem odd but it is incredibly delicious.


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