Shortcut To Nirvana: Video Documentary on the Kumbha Mela

Every 12 years over 70 million pilgrims gather at the meeting of India's holiest rivers, the Ganges and the Yamuna, for a spectacular spiritual festival: the Kumbha Mela. This documentary takes you on a voyage of discovery through this colorful event through the eyes of several Westerners and a young Hindu monk, Swami Krishnananda. Featuring encounters with some of India's most respected holy men and exclusive footage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.

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Short Cut to Nirvana on DVD

"Short Cut to Nirvana" is an award-winning documentary about the Kumbha Mela festival which takes place near Allahabad, India, every 12 years. The Kumbha Mela also happens to be the biggest gathering in history, attracting 70 million pilgrims. From this incredible event comes a powerful and uplifting message of harmony, unity and peace for all humanity. Yet almost no-one outside India has ever heard of the Kumbha Mela or its message.