![]() Shirshasinse: They remain in the standing position and sleep with their heads resting on a vertical pole and meditate with standing on their heads. Urdhwavahurs: These are the ones who have emaciated their bodies from rigid spiritual practices. Parivajakas: These are the people who have taken a vow of silence. Kalpvasis: These are the sadhus which remain by the river side and devote most of their time in meditation, bathing numerous times in a day and performing rituals. ![]() The exact dates of bathing during Kumbh are determined according to Hindu astrology. But this year Uttarakhand Pradesh government has announced the Ardh Kumbh will be known as Kumbh and Kumbh as Maha Kumbh. Earlier they were known as Ardh Kumbh and Kumbh. Moreover, constant exposure to different weather conditions makes them resistant to extreme temperatures. At Prayagraj Kumbh Mela is held at every 6 years and Maha Kumbh at every 12 years. Nagas: These are the naked sadhus who smear their whole bodies with ash and have long hair. ![]() Below is the list of various types of Sadhus. Tourists and pilgrim visit this grand gathering to listen these men in order to gain spiritual enlightenment. Sadhus and other holy men are also an integral part of the Mela. This largest religious gathering of the world has also been recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
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