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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...

Yugadya Shaktipeeth, Yugandaya Temple/ Kshirgram

Yugandaya is one of the 51 Shaktipeethas. According to Tantra Chudamani, the mother's right toe had fallen at Jugadya (Yugadya) place in Kheergram (Kshirgram) of Bardhaman district of West Bengal. Its power is Yugadya or Bhootdhatri, and Shiva is called Ksheer Khandak (Ksheer Kantak). It has believe...

Zarthost No Deeso

Zarthost No Deeso falls on the 11th day of the 10th month of the Zoroastrian calendar. Somewhere in June, according to the Georgian calendar. This day is the death anniversary of Zoroaster - the prophet, on which No special function or celebrations take place on this day. People go to the Fire templ...

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 2020

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...

Jharkhand - A Land of Forests

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...

July 2020

The seventh month of the year, July is named after Roman general Julius Caesar and comprises of 31 days. The month of July brings thick and wet blanket of clouds, hence monsoon hits the most of India (also known as Varsha Ritu).Astrological Sign: Cancer (till 22nd) & Leo (23rd→)Birthst...

June 2020

The hottest month of the year June is renowned as an auspicious month to get married. According to history, thousands of years ago, the ancient Romans named the month after the goddess Juno. Goddess Juno was believed as an angel of marriage. Juno was always available for the well-being of women."Jun...

Kaal Bhairav Ujjain Where Scientists Fail To Know The Secret

Such A Mysterious Temple Where The idol consumes the liquor, but no one knows where it goes! Let us know the exciting things and secrets of this particular temple. In Hinduism, the idols of God have worshipped with heart and devotion. Many strange and beautiful temples exist in India where devote...

Kalmadhav Shakti Peeth - Recognition, History & Temple Timing

Location: Amarkantak, Madhya Pradesh Festivals: Navratri, Shivratri Best time to visit: The best time to visit Kal Madhav Temple is between October to March. Major festivals of the temple celebrated are during this time. Also, the weather remains cool and pleasant. About the Temple Kal Madhav Sh...