description Yamuna River Overview
The Yamuna is a major river of northern India and the longest tributary of the Ganges. It rises near Yamunotri in the Himalayas, flows through several northern Indian states and Delhi, and joins the Ganges at Prayagraj. The river has major religious importance in Hinduism, but its Delhi stretch is heavily polluted by sewage, industrial discharge, and reduced flows.
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Where does the Yamuna River begin?
The Yamuna rises near Yamunotri in the Himalayas. It then flows through several northern Indian states before reaching the Ganges at Prayagraj.
Where does the Yamuna join the Ganges?
The Yamuna joins the Ganges at Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh. This meeting point is known as the Sangam and has major religious importance in Hinduism.
Which major city does the Yamuna pass through?
The Yamuna passes through Delhi, where it is an important part of the city's water and environmental history. The river is also culturally significant because of Delhi's long development along its banks.
Why is the Yamuna important in Hinduism?
The river is treated as a sacred waterway and is linked with Yamuna, a deity in Hindu tradition. Its meeting with the Ganges at Prayagraj is especially important for pilgrimage.
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