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Kayaking on India’s River Ganges

Published 9:38 PM EDT, Thu April 9, 2020
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<strong>Kayaking on the River Ganges: </strong>Known as the "mass boater cross," the Ganga Kayak Festival is the only festival of its kind on India's holiest river.
Kayaking on the River Ganges: Known as the "mass boater cross," the Ganga Kayak Festival is the only festival of its kind on India's holiest river.
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<strong>Ganga Kayak Festival: </strong>The annual event takes place in February in Devprayag, a town in Uttarakhand, North India where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers meet to become the River Ganges.
Ganga Kayak Festival: The annual event takes place in February in Devprayag, a town in Uttarakhand, North India where the Bhagirathi and Alaknanda rivers meet to become the River Ganges.
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<strong>Perfect location for kayaking: </strong>At the confluence of these rivers is a steep gradient, where rushing water gains velocity, creating the perfect environment for whitewater kayaking.
Perfect location for kayaking: At the confluence of these rivers is a steep gradient, where rushing water gains velocity, creating the perfect environment for whitewater kayaking.
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<strong>National Champion: </strong>Bhupendra Singh Rana became India's national champion of kayaking in 2011. The 35-year-old started the Ganga Kayak Festival in 2013 to give local athletes a chance to practice at an advanced level.
National Champion: Bhupendra Singh Rana became India's national champion of kayaking in 2011. The 35-year-old started the Ganga Kayak Festival in 2013 to give local athletes a chance to practice at an advanced level.
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<strong>A three-day festival: </strong>Over three days kayakers take on the 400-meter course, competing in solo contests and in heats of four.
A three-day festival: Over three days kayakers take on the 400-meter course, competing in solo contests and in heats of four.
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<strong>Dozens of contestants: </strong>The mass boater cross sees up to 60 kayakers simultaneously race to the finish line.
Dozens of contestants: The mass boater cross sees up to 60 kayakers simultaneously race to the finish line.
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<strong>Attracting thrill seekers: </strong>Whilst the Ganges is well known as India's holiest river, Singh Rana hopes to attract thrill seekers to Uttarakhand, as well as travelers interested in culture and heritage.
Attracting thrill seekers: Whilst the Ganges is well known as India's holiest river, Singh Rana hopes to attract thrill seekers to Uttarakhand, as well as travelers interested in culture and heritage.
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