Where do the rivers Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meet?

The correct answer is Devprayag.

Key Points

• Devprayag is a town in Tehri Garhwal district in the state of Uttarakhand, India.
• It is one of the Panch Prayag (five confluences) of the Alaknanda River.
• At Devprayag, the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers meet and take the name Ganges or Ganga.
• Devprayag is considered one of the holiest places in Hinduism.

Important Points

• The confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers is significant in Hindu mythology and pilgrimage.
• Devprayag is also known for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for tourists and pilgrims.

Additional Information

• Karnaprayag
  • Karnaprayag is another confluence where the Alaknanda River meets the Pindar River.
  • It is one of the Panch Prayags and is named after Karna, a hero from the Mahabharata.
• Rudraprayag
  • ​Rudraprayag is the confluence of the Alaknanda and Mandakini rivers.
  • It is also one of the Panch Prayags and is named after Lord Shiva (Rudra).
• Nandaprayag
  • Nandaprayag is the confluence of the Alaknanda and Nandakini rivers.
  • It is another of the Panch Prayags and is named after King Nanda.