Ganga in Hindu tradition

In Hindu tradition the Ganga river is a deity and its waters are holy. In Hinduism the very name Ganga collectively represents all bodies of water. The symbolic and religious importance of Ganga is unchallenged in India.

The Ganga has an important position in Hindu culture and mentioned in all Hindustan's sacred books. In Hindu mythology Ganga is the daughter of the mountain god Himavan or Himalaya.

Hindus believe that bathing in the river cleanses one's sins, and Ganges water is used extensively in Hindu ritual.