Settlements of the Ganges River

Why is the Ganges River important for Hindus? Where is the source of the Ganges River? What is jute? This book follows a passage through time to explore important settlements along the Ganges River. The journey starts with Allahabad, founded over 4,000 years ago, and end with Bangladesh's modern capital city, Dhaka. The book also considers the changing role of the Ganges in the lives of the people living alongside it.