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Shivaharkaray/ Mahishamardini Shivaharkaray/ Mahishamardini Shakti Peeth ( Karavipur)
Shivaharkaray (Karavipur) Shakti Peeth Temple Shivaharkaray, also known as Karavipur, is a Shakti Peeth devoted to the Hindu Goddess Durga and is located near the Parkai railway station in Karachi, Pakistan. According to ancient texts, the Goddess's three eyes (the third eye) fell here. The Goddess...
Shondesh Temple - What is the belief here & Temple timings
Shon Shaktipeeth is considered one of the 51 Shakti Peethas famous in Hinduism. This Shakti Peeth is situated at the Narmada River's origin in the Amarkantak district of Madhya Pradesh state. According to the Puranas in Hinduism, wherever the body parts or ornaments of the goddess Sati fe...
Shri Kanchi Kamakshi Amman Temple
One of the ancient Hindu temples in India, Shri Kanchi Kamakshi Amman Temple or also known as Kamakshi Amman, is dedicated to the deity of Kanchi Kamakshi Amman. This holy shrine is one among the 51 Shakti Peethas of the Goddess Sati across the country. Spread across the five acres of land, the temp...
The Festival of India | Pongal
Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated in the state of Tamil Nadu with great enthusiasm. This festival is celebrated for four long days and filled with traditions and rituals. By rejoicing this festival, people thank Mother Nature for giving them a good harvest of crops like Rice, Cereals, Sugarcan...
Punjab - The Land of Five Rivers
Situated in the northwest part of India, Punjab is one of the most affluent states known for its rich culture, religious sentiments, and warm hospitality. Punjab was named after the five rivers, Beas, Sutlej, Chenab, Jhelum, and Ravi, which divided it into three regions - Doaba, Malwa, and Maja. Hav...
Qutub Minar - The Tallest Minaret of India
One monument that soars high and bags the title of ‘the tallest minaret in India’ is none other than Delhi’s pride “Qutub Minar.” Also spelled as Qutb Minar, this World Heritage Site acclaimed by UNESCO is the manifestation of the unbeatable spirit of Delhi rulers. Yes,...
Ram Navami: Birthday of Lord Rama
Lord Rama is said to be the seventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. He took birth in Ayodhya and was the son of King Dasharatha and Queen Kaushalya. Ram Navami is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Rama. He had half of the divine qualities of Vishnu and was called “Maryada Purushottam,&rd...
Feel The Divine Energy of Lord Shiva At Rameshwaram Temple
If you are looking for a spiritual getaway that combines history, culture and natural beauty, then Rameshwaram Jyotirlinga is the place for you. This ancient temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is one of the twelve Jyotirlinga shrines in India and one of the four/Char Dham pilgrimage sites. Located o...
Ramgiri - Shivani Temple Shakti Peeth
Ramgiri Shakti Peeth in Madhya Pradesh holds great religious significance for Hindus as it has believed to be where Mother Sati's right breast fell. Interestingly, there is a difference in opinion regarding the exact location of Ramgiri Shakti Peeth. Some people consider the Sharda Devi temple in ...
Shri Shail - Mahalaxmi Temple Shakti Peeth | Bhairab Griba
Shri Shail Mahalaxmi temple is in Sylhet town, Bangladesh. Shri Shail temple is one of the 51 Shaktipeethas of goddess Sati. Here Goddess's name is Mahalakshmi, and Bhairav's name is Sambharanand. According to belief, the 'Griba' / Neck or throat of Goddess Sati had fallen at this place. Because 'Gr...
Shriparvat / Shrisundari Shakti Peeth | Timings, Places to Visit
Shriparvata Shakti Peeth is a well-known religious destination for Hindus. It is in the Ladakh area of Jammu and Kashmir, India. This temple is devoted to Mata Durga and is one of the ancient Siddhpeeths. At this temple, Shakti is honoured as Goddess "Sundari," while Bhairav is worshipped as "Sund...
Tripura - A Beautiful Land of Tribes
Rich in art and culture, Tripura, a land of nineteen tribes, is nestled in lush green hills and attracts tourists from all over the world with natural beauty and picturesque locations. Located in the northeastern part of India, Tripura is bounded by Mizoram in the east, Assam in the northe...
Bala Tripura Sundari - Recognition, Information & Temple timings
An ancient temple dedicated to Devi Tripureshwari, Tripura Sundari Temple, is located in the city of Udaipur, the former capital of the Tripura state of India. The Hindu shrine, it is popularly known as Matabari and is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas of the Goddess Sati across the country. The Shakti (...
Shri Devi Talab Mandir - Belief | Festivals | How to Reach
The Tripurmalini Shakti Peeth Temple is a sacred place in Jalandhar village of Punjab. This temple is dedicated to the goddess Tripurmalini. It has considered that Mata Sati's breast fell here. Shri Devi Talab temple is more than 200 years old. The goddess worshipped here is Durga, and the Bhirav wo...
Rath Yatra - Jagannath Rath Yatra of Puri
When anyone says "Rath Yatra," the first picture comes in mind is of the world-famous 'Jagannath Rath Yatra of Puri.' It is famous because of the grand celebration that takes place, the larger than life arrangements, a massive crowd of devotees, beautiful idols, and awesomely decorated chariots of t...