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Guru Purnima: Spiritual Tradition of India
Guru Purnima is the day dedicated to the Gurus or the teachers. On this day, people worship their Gurus — academic and spiritual teachers. Especially, Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains celebrate this day to pay respect to their teachers. They thank their Gurus for giving them the light of knowledge...
Gwalior Fort - The Pearl Fortress
A magnificent city of forts and hills is Gwalior, where this ancient fort, The Gwalior Fort, is situated. The fort has reserved its glory and reputation till today. It is counted in one of India's most massive Forts with a huge old door, marsh domes, meticulous walls, and stood by the test of time b...
The green land of India, Haryana is a hub of culture, tradition, and rich heritage and a kingdom of amiable people. The state is not only known for its tourism and historical sites but also famous for its pleasant climate and bizarre landscape. Haryana is a cultural part of India where modern buildi...
Hill Forts of Rajasthan | The UNESCO Heritage Sites
Rajasthan, the land of maharajas and magnificent palaces, is also home to a cluster of remarkable hill forts that have withstood the test of time. These forts are not merely ancient citadels but enduring symbols of Rajasthan's architectural prowess and rich history. In 2013, UNESCO recognized six ...
Himachal Pradesh - Nature, Culture, & Civilization
Towering hills, scented air, nature’s glimpses, and rich-spicy cuisines - if one wishes to get an all-inclusive package of experience in an ideal tourist destination, then Himachal Pradesh is a place to go. A northern Indian state in the Himalayas, Himachal Pradesh is one of the most beautiful...
Hinduism is said to be the oldest religion in the world. There are about 1.03 billion followers who follow Hinduism making it the world’s third-largest community. As the above fact indicates, Hinduism should have a variety of festivals, cultures, and rituals in its basket. Some of the festival...
Hinglaj Mata Mandir - What is the belief here & Temple timings
Hinglaj Shakti Peeth is the most famous and significant pilgrimage amongst the devotees according to their religious beliefs. It has also been mentioned in Hinglaj Purana as well as Vamana and many Puranas. Now here is an interesting fact. We all know that Pakistan was a part of India before ...
Holi - Joyful if played Wholly
One of the most popular festivals of India, Holi, has a special place in the hearts of people. It occurs in the month of March every year. This two days festival is celebrated almost all over the country and in some parts of the world as well. Though being a Hindu festival, Holi is celebrated by mos...
The Indian Kaleidoscope of Diversity Unveiling Holi Festivities Across Different States
Do me a favour, let's play Holi? We know you’re going to hum back “rangon mein hai pyar ki boli!” In Anu Malik’s charm through and through. But what if we were to tell you Holi is way more than just the Bollywood movies commercialising a colourful pool party? It’s a uni...
Jakhu Temple: A Must-Visit Destination for Any Visitor to Shimla
Jakhu Hill, The Most Famous Temple In Shimla Known Worldwide For its highest statue! Jakhu Temple is a significant temple in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, situated on the Jakhu hill. The temple stands at the highest point of Shimla amidst the lush green backdrop of the Shivalik hill ranges. Jakhu Tem...
Jammu and Kashmir - The Crown of India
As one of the great Mughal emperors of Kashmir has quoted, "Gar firdaus ruhe zamin ast…hamin asto, hamin asto, hamin asto!" meaning- If there is a Paradise on Earth…it is here, it is here, it is here! Keep your first step in Jammu and Kashmir, and this quote gets justified itself. Fee...
Jamshed Navroz - Persian New Year
Jamshed Navroz or the Iranian New Year, also known as Persian New Year, is celebrated by Iranian people worldwide. It usually falls on the 21st of March and signifies the beginning of spring in the Northern Hemisphere. According to the Shahenshahii calendar, followed by the Zoroastrian faith and Ind...
Jansthan Shakti Peeth - Recognition & Temple timings
Jansthan Shakti Peeth, also known as Bhramari Shakti Peeth, is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas famous in Hindu mythology. According to the Puranas of Hinduism, Shaktipeeth came into existence wherever pieces of the body, clothes, ornaments worn of Sati fell. These Shaktipeeths have great importance in ...
January, the month of new beginnings with celebrations, marks the onset of the New Year. It brings new hopes, new opportunities, new dreams, new resolutions, and new goals with new ideas.The month January named after Janus, the Roman deity of beginnings & endings. He is known as the God of gatew...
Known as the 'Land of Forests,' Jharkhand is a superior state of India appreciated for its beauty and attractive dense forests. Jharkhand has been recognized as the 28th state of India and owns many beautiful waterfalls, towering mountains, historical temples, and tourist hotspots. One can visit th...