Sonepur Mela

📍 About This Destination

Sonepur Mela is a world-famous fair held at the confluence of Ganga and Gandak rivers. Sonepur Mela is one of Asia’s largest and oldest fairs, held every year in Sonepur, Bihar, at the sacred confluence of the Ganga and Gandak rivers. It begins on Kartik Purnima (October–November) and attracts millions of visitors from across India and abroad Famous as a cattle fair, Sonepur Mela is known for trading elephants, horses, cattle, and other animals, along with handicrafts, household items, and local products. The fair also has strong religious and cultural significance, centered around the ancient Harihar Nath Temple, making it a unique blend of spirituality, tradition, and rural life.

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