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Visit Trimbakeshwar Temple The Divine Abode of Trideva
If you are a devotee of Lord Shiva, you might have heard of the 12 Jyotirlingas, the sacred shrines where Shiva is worshipped as a pillar of light. Among these 12 Jyotirlingas, one of the most revered and visited is the Trimbakeshwar Temple in Trimbak, about 28 km from Nashik, Maharashtra. The tem...
Maa Bhramari Devi - Recognition, History & Temple timings
Trisrota Maa Bhramari Shakti Peeth / Bhramari Trisrota Temple has situated on the banks of the Tista River, West Bengal . The Mata Bhramri Devi Temple was created when the left leg of Sati, or Shakti, fell at this location. Trisrota Temple is another name for Bharamari Devi Temple. One of the...
Ujani Temple - Recognition, Information & Temple timings
Location: Kogram, Nutanhat, West Bengal 713147 Temple Timing: 24 Hours Open Festivals: Navaratri, Shivratri Best time to visit Summers are scorching, so it is better to avoid the trip during this season. However, October to March is considered the best time to visit Shri Mangal Chandika Temple. ...
Uttar Pradesh: Exploring the Rich Heritage and Vibrant Culture
Uttar Pradesh, commonly referred to as UP, is a state situated in the northern part of India. It is the most populous state in the country and spans an area of approximately 243,290 square kilometres. UP is a state renowned for its diverse and fascinating history. This area has a deep-rooted past ...
Uttarakhand - Its Facets and Aspects
From the depth of water bodies to vastness of the sky, if there is any place on the landscape of India that defines beauty, it’s Uttarakhand. Formerly known as Uttaranchal, Uttarakhand is an exquisitely beautiful state in the Northern part of India. If one wishes to plan a rejuvenating vacatio...
Vaisakhi - A Spring Harvesting Festival
The name Vaisakhi is derived from the month "Vaisakh." Vaisakhi is the biggest festival of Punjab and surrounding areas. Vaisakhi is awaited by all sections, especially those belonging to the Sikh community, as it is one of their chief festivals. The festival of Vaisakhi, not only marks the beginnin...
Valentine's Day : "The Day of Love"
Valentine's Day is a momentous occasion, which is celebrated with great joy, enthusiasm, and love. The day is filled with love and one can express their feelings to their loved ones. Throughout the world, the month of February is called the month of love. Valentine's Day is celebrated every year on...
Vasant Panchami - The Onset of Spring
The word Vasant means spring, and Panchami means the 5th day. It falls on the fifth day of the month of Magha under the Hindu calendar. It is the 5th day of the spring season, so it occurs mostly in February, according to the Gregorian calendar. It is celebrated mainly in the eastern part of India, ...
Vibhash Temple - Information, History & Temple timings
From 51 Shakti Peethas, Vibhash Shakti Peetha is the most famous amongst Hindus. This Shaktipeeth is located in Tamluk near East Medinipur district in the state of West Bengal. Vibhash Shakti Peeth is about 90 km from Kolkata, and the nearest railway station is Tamluk. However, there is an int...
Vimala Temple - Recognition, Information & Temple timings
Amongst the holiest temples of Hindus, the Vimala temple is devoted to the Hindu Goddess located in the Jagannath Temple complex in Puri, Odisha. The Vimla temple which is also commonly known as Bimala Temple is a Shakti Peeth. Vimala temple is considered as the Tantric Consort of Jagannath and the...
India at a Glance | History, Culture & Facts!
India, a southeast Asian Nation, is the seventh-largest country by area, the second-most populous country having more than 1.33 billion people, and the most populous democracy in the world. India boasts of an immensely wealthy and vibrant cultural heritage, including numerous traditions, languages, ...
Visakhapatnam - The Jewel of East Coast
Vizag, a special nickname given to Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh's largest city. It has the largest land area and largest population among all the cities of Andhra Pradesh. In accordance with the census report of 2011, the population of the city was 2,035,922 due to which it has been declared as t...
Vishalakshi Devi - Recognition, History & Temple timings
The Vishalakshi Temple, also known as Vishalakshi Gauri Temple, is one of the prominent temples of Varanasi that belongs to the Goddess Vishalakshi. The Goddess Vishalakshi is an aspect of the goddess Parvati or Gauri and is believed to have large eyes as the name also says ‘Vishalakshi = Vish...
Worshipping Tools of the Trade: Mythology and Rituals of Vishwakarma Puja
Lord Vishwakarma is known to be the architect of our world and all creations. As per mythological references it is believed that Lord Brahma Ji handed over the responsibility of adorning and putting the world into systematic order to Lord Vishwakarma. Lord Brahma had full faith in the art and creati...
Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple - Architecture | Places to Visit
A famous Hindu temple honouring the goddess Kali in Bangladesh is called Jeshoreshwari Kali Temple. "Jeshoreshwari" means "Goddess of Jeshore" in Sanskrit. The temple is in Satkhira's Ishwaripur, which is a Shyamnagar upazila. Jeshoreshwari is one of the 51 Peethas of Sati. The location of Sati's pa...