The Yamuna (pronounced [jəmʊnɑː]; IAST: Yamunā) is the second-largest tributary river of the Ganges by discharge and the longest tributary in India.Originating from the Yamunotri Glacier at a height of about 4,500 m (14,800 ft) [1] on the southwestern slopes of Bandarpunch peaks of the Lower Himalaya in Uttarakhand, it travels 1,376 kilometres (855 mi) and has a …

6 天之前 · Yamuna River, major river of northern India, primarily in Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh states. It is one of the country’s most sacred rivers. The Yamuna rises on the slopes of the Bandarpunch massif in the Great Himalayas near Yamnotri (Jamnotri) in western Uttarakhand.

The word Yamuna means ‘that which rests (in the Ganga river after merging)’. Yamuna is the fifth-longest river of India and the longest tributary of the River Ganga. It originates from Champasar (Yamunotri) Glacier at an elevation of 10,849 feet in the Kalinda mountain (hence the name Kalindi) near Banderpoonch peaks in the Har-Ki-Dun ...

2024年9月5日 · In this article, we’ll explore everything about the Yamuna River System—its Geographical Features, including where it flows and what it looks like on a map with route, its historical importance, dams, tributaries, and major cities along its banks.

Yamuna is a sacred river in Hinduism and the main tributary of the Ganges River. The river is also worshipped as a Hindu goddess called Yamuna. [1] Yamuna is known as Yami in early texts, while in later literature, she is called Kalindi. In Hindu scriptures, she is the daughter of Surya, the sun god, and Sanjna, the cloud goddess.

Festivals like Yamuna Jayanti and Krishna-related celebrations prominently feature rituals involving the river. Cultural Impact of Yamuna in Literature, Art, and Performing Arts. The Yamuna has inspired countless works of literature, including poems, hymns, and stories. In art, she is a popular subject in paintings and sculptures.

2024年10月24日 · Flowing through northern India, the Yamuna is often depicted in ancient texts, poetry, and art, symbolizing purity, life, and spiritual sustenance. This sacred river is more than just a waterway; it is a divine entity that has inspired countless rituals, traditions, and festivals throughout history.

2024年7月24日 · With a total length of over 1,300 kilometres, the Yamuna is a crucial river in India and an essential tributary of the Ganga River. The Yamuna River originates from the Yamunotri Glacier near Bandarpoonch Peak in the Mussoorie range of the Lower Himalayas.

2021年7月14日 · Also referred to as “Jumna”, the Yamuna River is one of North India’s major rivers and besides the River Ganges, it is also regarded as one of the most sacred rivers of India.

The Yamuna (Sanskrit: यमुना), sometimes called Jamuna (Bengali: যমুনা, Hindi: जमुना, Urdu: جمنا) or Jumna, is a major river in North India. It is the largest branch of a bigger river called the Ganges. It is 1370 km long. It begins at the Yamunotri, which is in the Himalayas. It goes through the Indian states of Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.