The festival of Vijayadashami or Dussehra is celebrated on the tenth day of Shukla Paksha of Ashwin month. This day is considered a very important day in Hinduism. This year, the festival falls on October […]
Navratri is one of the holiest Hindu festivals. Navratri is the festival of Goddess Durga who is the most powerful female god of Hindu mythology. Navratri is celebrated for nine nights during which people worship […]
A city that is believed to have its origin in Hindu mythology, Haridwar is an ancient as a place can be. Centuries old temples, fascinating religious ceremonies, locals that are too happy to tell you […]
Wondering about the best places to visit in September in India? If yes, then this is your quick guide to the best that India has on offer. And believe us, you will have a tough […]
Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Ashwin month is called Indira Ekadashi. The Ekadashi which improves the condition of the wandering ancestors is called Indira Ekadashi. Shaligram is worshiped on this day. Tulsi Dal must be […]
Uttarakhand is one of the most beautiful northern states of India located on the southern slope of the Himalayan range. Mighty Himalayan peaks and glaciers are on its north where it borders Tibet. Nepal is […]
Pitru Paksha has a special significance in Hinduism. On the days of Shradh, in Hinduism, our ancestors are remembered and their gratitude is expressed. In Hindu religion, if the Pitrus is satisfied, then he blesses […]
Founded in the 15th century, Ahmedabad is the largest city in the state of Gujarat. The city is a vibrant business district and rising centre of education, information technology and scientific industries. Divided in two […]
The festival of Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated to honor the Hindu god Ganesh. The festival, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi is observed in the Hindu calendar month of Bhaadrapada, starting on the shukla chaturthi (fourth […]
Krishna Janmashtami also known as Krishnashtami, Srikrishna Jayanti or sometimes merely as Janmashtami, is an annual celebration of the birth of the Hindu deity Krishna, the eighth avatar of Lord Vishnu. Krishna belonged to the […]
The Western Ghats is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in India and it is also an incredibly accessible region of the country. From Coonoor to Yercaud, we have curated a list of […]
Valley of Flowers is located in Chamoli district (near Badrinath) of Uttarakhand, approximately 300 km to the north of Rishikesh. Valley of flowers is a World Heritage Site for its wild untamed blooms surrounded by […]
Kinner Kailash is an important religious place for Hindus and Buddhism. Kinner Kailash is a symbol of faith for Hindus. Kinner Kailash is located near the Tibet border in Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Kinner […]
Raksha bandhan is the main festival of Hindus which is celebrated on the full moon day of Shravan and every year the festival comes in August. This festival is celebrated throughout India and Nepal. Raksha […]
Split by a pair of lakes, the city of Bhopal, also popularly referred to as the ‘City of Lakes’, is a true paradise for history buffs and art patrons. One of the greenest cities in […]
Home to the mighty Brahmaputra, Assam is the gateway to northeast India (NE) with its main city Guwahati flaunting its one major railway station and an international airport. But unlike what many think, Guwahati is […]
Hariyali Teej is a famous festival of Hindus. This festival is celebrated on Tritiya of Shukla Paksha of Shravan month. Hindu women fast on this day. It is especially celebrated in all the cities of […]
Rains are magical in India. Though most travelers do not count this as a good time to travel, but there is a certain charm in vacations during downpour. With our list of spectacular monsoon destinations […]
All the Tuesdays in the month of Shravan, all fasts are called Mangla Gauri fast. This fast is called Mangla Gauri Vrat due to fasting on Tuesday. In the Hindu calendar, the month of Shravan […]
Having evolved gradually from being the Garden city to the Silicon Valley of India, Bangalore is India’s third-largest city. Bangalore is loved for its pleasant weather, beautiful parks and the many lakes here. Bangalore is […]
Shravan month and Sawan month are considered very sacred in the Hindu calendar. Sawan month is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Worshiping Lord Shiva in this entire month is considered auspicious. In the month of Sawan, […]
Murli Menon One has just returned after a close encounter with nature at Karripode village in Kerala State. Karripode is a 30 minute drive away from Palakkad, on the fringes of the “Neliampathy Hills”. One […]
Murli Menon In 2005 December, I undertook a journey to the only home of the Asiatic Lion in the Gir National Park and Sanctuary, located in Junagadh District of Gujarat State. Located 60 km. away […]
Delhi- More than 10 days after two persons died in a terror attack on Gurdwara Dashmesh Pita Guru Gobind Singh Karte Parwan in Kabul on June 18, a batch of 11 Afghan Sikhs arrived in […]
Ekadashi fasting holds an important place in Hinduism. Ekadashi of Krishna Paksha of Ashadha month is called Yogini Ekadashi. In this fast, the idol of Lord Narayana is bathed in the Ganges water and offered […]
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