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The Temple City - Madurai
The name Madurai is acknowledged to have arisen from the word ‘Madhura’ in Sanskrit, which simplifies the ‘sweetness’. The history of Madurai goes back as the 3rd century BC. The city finds reference in the works of Megasthenese as well as Arthashastra by...
A glimpse of the History of Somnath Temple
Introduction
Surrounded by thick deciduous forests of Uttarakhand region, the Surkanda Devi temple is quite a holy place of worship for the Hindus. It was built in the name of Indian Goddess of Power, Durga and is one of the many Shaktipeeths situated ...
Glory of the Golden and the Colorful Hues of the Pushkar Fair 2011
One of the oldest cities in India, Pushkar is under one of the five sacred dhams and is often called the ‘Tirth Raj’. It means the king of the pilgrimage sites. It comes in the district of the city Ajmer in Rajasthan which is away only at a distance of 13...
Hindu Mythology: Interesting Facts
Hindu mythology offers certain beliefs and preachings that are amusing and difficult to understand. There is a lot that is unknown and misinterpreted about Hindu mythology. Mentioned under are actual facts and explanations to understand few of such preach...
Tirumala Venkateswara Temple: Religious Grandeur
It is a widely popular Hindu sanctuary situated in Andhra Pradesh, South India. This temple devoted to Lord Vishnu or 'Lord of Maha Lakshmi'. It is also reputed as the "Temple of Seven Hills" due to this temple is situated on the seventh peak in the seve...
Explore Beautiful Marvels During South India Tour
South India, undoubtedly one of the most enchanting regions of India is known widely for its unique identity and rich culture. Captivating and immaculate architecture of beautiful temples, historical sites, ayurvedic richness, enthralling hills, soothing ...
Gold and Dhanteras - The legends
Marking the beginning of the five day Deepavali period is the Hindu festival of Dhanteras. It is an auspicious day, when Hindus buy gold, silver or even make other kind of investments. Investing money is considered to bring good luck and prosperity for th...
Badrinath – Sacred Dham of India
Badrinath is a Hindu holy town and a nagar panchayat in Chamoli district in the state of Uttarakhand, India. Badrinath is the most important of the four sites in India's Char Dham pilgrimage. Badrinath is in the Garhwal hills, on the banks of the Alaknand...
Gaya – Sacred Places for Hindu
Gaya is 100 kilometers south of Patna situated on the banks of Falgu, and is a place sanctified by both the Hindu and the Buddhist religions. Mangla-Gauri, Shringa-Sthan, Ram-Shila and Brahmayoni are the small rocky hills surrounded on all three sides whi...
The Sacred Temple of Galta, Jaipur
The meaning of the word Rajasthan means ‘raja ka sthan’, i.e. ‘the land of the kings’. This largest state of India is famous all over the world for its magnificent forts and palaces. It attracts tourists from all corners of the world all through the year....
Feel the Charm of Culture and Religion with Haridwar Tour
Haridwar is one of the famous religious destinations of India situated at the Himalayas foothills in the state of Uttarakhand. This holy city is one of the seven holiest places for the Hindus. Large number of tourists as well as devotees comes here from s...
South Tourism with South India Heritage Tours
India is unique for tourism and traveling and the diversities the sub-continent offers are amazing. Every part of it has some exceptional offerings for the visitors and travelers. While basing on broad characteristics the country can be divided into speci...
Travel to Tirupati for Blissful Experience
Millions of devotees come to Tirupati for taking blessings of Lord Vishnu. Tirupati is one of the most revered pilgrimage centres of India. This town holds great historic significance and also finds mention in the Hindu Puranas. It is located at the footh...
Traveling like a local is easier than ever
Alluring architecture of this stone temple committed to Lord Vishnu presents a fabulous view for site visitors. Studies say that, the statue was offered to king Yasorvarman by Devapala. Chausath Yogini temple focused to 64 Yoginis is a further interesting...
Chardham Yatra 2011 - Salvation Sojourn of Ganga Dusherra
Religions have seen great changes, evolutions, incarnations, added doctrines, and mass following in India. No where on earth such a great diversity can be witnessed in terms of religions. All religions have something to pray and believe. In India the secu...