And it has been worshipped as a sacred river - throughout its course - ever since.
For more than 20 years he has photographed pilgrims and fishermen from the source of the sacred river to its mouth.
It is one of the sacred rivers in Hinduism.
Or the three sacred rivers of a half-forgotten world?
Many people think it is one of the world's most sacred rivers.
Three sacred rivers, I should have said, for there is a subterranean one.
From the lofty ramparts one has a fine view of the sacred rivers.
These include the temples built in the area, sacred rivers, mines and defensive features.
The four sacred rivers of the Holy Land were always present.
She is also associated with a sacred river.