A crowd of thousands, a multitude of elephants, and a cacophony of brass bands... here come the Juna Akhara!
By our special correspondent Sanjiv Swami
(With exlcusive video material)
Mug up for your festival shopping, with our unique guide to the 'Pick of the Mela' souvenirs
By our correspondent Vivek Raj
The first instalment in our regular 'Lost & Found at the Kumbh'slot
By Vivek Raj
Watch the TV broadcast for Monday 8th January