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Dholkal Ganesha - The Mysterious Ganesh Temple on the Hill

In the Dantewada district of Southern Chhattisgarh, lies a little hill, a form that resembles a dhol (Indian drum), and hence, it became popularly called Dholkal. So, what’s thus special concerning Dholkal?Atop Dholkal hill, sits a one thousand years old Lord Ganesha idol, the genesis of that continues to be unknown, at the peak of around 3000 ft. high the dense forests of iron-rich Bailadila formation.Legend has it that when Lord Parshuram wished to meet Lord Shiva. However, Lord Shiva had appointed Lord Ganesh as a guard, who failed to ...

Zanskar - The Hidden Gem of Ladakh

Sitting well at a height of 13154 feet, Zanskar vale could be a semi-arid region that's snuggled within the lap of the northern flank of the good mountain range. Zanskar’s pristine water bodies, covering mountains encompassing the region, and scenic landscape work as a serious draw for tourists. Placed around one zero five klicks faraway from Leh, this region could be a hotspot for journey activities, as well as water rafting, trekking, paragliding, among others. Also, centuries-old monasteries dot this place, creating it one amongst the favored places for religious ...

The Highest Motorable Road - The Umling La

The Border Road Organisation has completed the new road that goes even higher than Khardung La. The road passing through Umling La (Pass) stands at a higher altitude than the base camp of Mount Everest. The new benchmark for travelers and adventure junkies is set at 19,300 feet. It is now the highest motorable road in the world, a record previously held by a road in Bolivia at 18,953 ft en-route to volcano Uturuncu. In India, Khardung La sits at an altitude of 17,582 ft, the Siachen Glacier is at ...

The Moonland of Ladakh - 'Lamayuru'

Lamayuru popularly known as moonland by the locals is due to its peculiar land surface which closely resembles the surface seen on the moon. It is located 15 Km east of the famous Fotu La pass on the Leh-Srinagar highway. The mystique of the Lamayuru monastery located here is unmatched by any other in the entire Ladakh region. The clear blue skies meet the rugged horizon of broken mud cliffs creating an atmosphere of the lunar surface which has a powerful impact on the first-time viewer’s psyche. The monastery at ...

Ganesh Chaturthi - “Ganapati Bappa Morya, Purchya Varshi Laukariya”

“Ganpati Bappa Morya” Ganesh Chaturthi is an annual festival in India celebrated primarily in August and September. Also known as Vinayak Chaturthi, it is one of the most revered festivals in India, which is mainly celebrated in Mumbai and Western India. This festival marks the birthday of the Hindu deity Lord Ganesha. More importantly, the festival signifies the arrival of Lord Ganesha with his mother goddess Parvati to the human realm from the Kailash mountain. The celebrations begin on the day of Chaturthi when people install clay idols and statues of their ...

Adiyogi - World's Largest Shiva Statue

The Adiyogi statue recognized as the world’s largest bust sculpture by the Guinness Book of World Records, depicts the Hindu deity, Shiva, in 500 tonnes of steel. Surrounded by lush green farms, coconut groves, and the Velliangiri hills, the towering Adiyogi stands 112 feet tall in Coimbatore, India, and celebrates Shiva, the first yogi. Shiva is popular in many forms across the land but depicting the deity as the ‘first Yogi’ is not common. Adiyogi – The Source of Yoga Adiyogi, known as the first Yogi, passed on the science of yoga ...

Festival of Gurupurab and The Teachings of Guru Nanak Devji

The Sikh faith is a monotheistic religion, meaning Sikhs worship one God. Guru Nanak taught that one must honor God by honoring others and the Earth, God’s creation. Nine more Gurus succeeded Guru Nanak, and continued to spread his teachings across the world. Guru Gobind Singh was the last Guru; he named the Sikh sacred text, the Guru Granth Sahib, to be the eternal Guru that would guide the Sikhs going forward. Sikhs believe that one’s form on Earth is only a temporary vessel for the eternal soul. Thus, the death ...

The 150-Year-Old Wooden Skywalk - 'Gartang Gali'

The 'Gartang Gali', a 150-year-old old wooden skywalk bridge located at an altitude of 11,000 feet, in the Nelong valley in the Uttarkashi district for visitors following restoration. Gartang Gali was put off-limits in 1962 in the aftermath of the Indo-China war. The bridge was reportedly used by the army for ten years after the Indo-China war.Snuggled in the scenic Nelong valley, in the Garhwal Himalayas, the tourist attraction is both strategically and historically important for India. Gartang Gali bridge, which offers a stunning view of the Nelong valley, is ...

Diwali - The Festival of Lights also called Deepawali

Diwali the festival of lights is India's most awaited and brightest of all festivals. As per the Hindu calendar, Diwali is observed on Amavasya (or new moon) - the 15th day - of the month of Kartik, every year, and comes somewhere around late October to mid-November every year. Diwali 2021 is on November 04, Thursday The 2021 Diwali celebration starts with Dhanteras on November 02, 2021, Tuesday, and ends with Bhai Dooj on November 06, 2021, Saturday. Diwali Calendar 2021 - The 5 days of Diwali 2021 Day 1 Dhanteras November 02, Tuesday Day 2 Naraka Chaturdasi ...

Sharad Navratri 2021

Navratri is the symbol of nine days of the battle of the good against the evil with the result of the victory of the good on the tenth day. It is celebrated with great passion across Northern and Eastern India. During this period of nine days, Mother Durga is worshipped as the deity of power, energy, and wisdom. Navratri 2021 starts on October 07, Thursday, and will end with the Vijaya Dasami celebration on October 15, Friday. When is Navratri 2021 celebrated?Navratri is celebrated twice a year—once during spring known as Chaitra ...

The Hidden Shivling of Kashi- "Pita Maheshwar" Self-manifested form of Shivling

Pita Maheshwar is one of the most powerful and mysterious spiritual sites in Kashi (Varanasi), revered for its divine presence ...
Khatu Shyam Mandir: A Spiritual Journey to Rajasthan’s Famous Temple

Khatu Shyam Ji in Rajasthan’s Sikar district is calling your name. This isn’t just a temple - it’s a spiritual ...
Yamraj Temple - The Hindu God of Death and Justice

Yamraj temples in India are incredibly rare and deeply rooted in ancient mythology. These sacred sites honor Yamraj, the Hindu ...
Kedarnath Yatra 2024: Opening and Closing Date of Kedarnath Temple

Kedarnath Yatra 2024, located in the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, is one of the most paramount locations for worshipers of ...
Kedarnath Yatra 2025: Registration Start Date, Process, and Guidelines

The Kedarnath Yatra is a sacred pilgrimage to the Kedarnath Temple, one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva, located ...
Maa Skandamata Navratri Day 5: Mantra, Puja Vidhi, Bhog, Aarti

Skandamata is the fifth form of Hindu Goddess Parvati. Her name comes from Skanda, an alternate name for the war ...
Maha Kumbh Mela Prayagraj 2025

Kumbh Mela Prayagraj 2025 is a Hindu festival, which is also the world gathering of humanity in one place. In ...
MANA “The Last Village in India”

Mana village is no longer India’s Last Village as it was previously known. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) has placed ...
Raksha Bandhan 2023

We celebrate Raksha Bandhan every year on the full moon day of the Hindu month of Shravan; Therefore, it is ...
Shravan (Sawan) Month 2023

The month of Sawan has special significance in Hinduism. This month is considered one of the holy months of the ...