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Know about Sonepur Mela, the largest cattle fair in Asia

New Delhi: The Sonepur Mela is organized in the Indian state of Bihar, every year in auspicious Hindu month of Karthik.  Also known as Harihar Kshetra Mela, it is a month-long mela or fair where

India TV News Desk Updated on: June 17, 2014 10:05 IST


Many believe that a struggle took place at this spot in Sonepur between the ruler of Gandharva, Huhu and Indraya muni; ultimately Lord Vishnu helping the weaker latter. 



That is why there is a vast gathering of devotees at the confluence for the two holy rivers for the blessed dip at the adjacent “Harihar Nath temple” on the full moon day.  



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