The mythology of the ancient kingdom Kishkindha, also known as the monkey kingdom or the kingdom of the Vanaras as recounted in the Ramayana, is said to have existed on the banks of the revered river Thungabhadra, among the remnants of the great Vijayanagar empire. The kingdom of the Vanara King, Sugriva, younger brother of …
A place is as barren as it is when devoid of trees as it is when of culture. Different places have different stories to offer. A famous poet said that the wars once fought might slip out of the memory of the people, but the land is smeared with its remembrance. Time and again the …
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Taki in West Bengal is a town of green paddies and greener ponds on the banks of the Ichamati river separating India and Bangladesh. Like the rest of the state, it gets enthusiastic during the Durga Puja celebrations every year. At the end of Durga Puja, on Vijaya Dashami, the Ichamati river at Taki, offers …
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The Palace of Mysore, often referred to as the Amba Vilas Palace, is a historic building in the Karnataka city of Mysore. The Mysore Palace, created by English architect Henry Irwin, dominates Mysore’s skyline. The palace is a three-story Indo-Saracenic building with square towers at the cardinal points that are covered in domes. It was …
There is one village in India that doesn’t burn the effigy of Ravana, the demon king of Lanka. They stand in mourning, even as the whole country celebrates Dussera, the festival that marks Lord Ram’s victory over Ravana. Barely an hour’s drive from New Delhi, this is where Ravana is believed to have been born. …
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The Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka is home to a plethora of cultural traditions. One such tradition is the annual festival of Kambala, a type of buffalo race event. This spectacular sport holds historical significance and present entertainment value for the villagers of the region as well as for visiting tourists and photographers. Kambala events …
Sathya Gowthaman is a Contemporary Realist Artist based in Singapore. Although an Agricultural Engineer by qualification from Coimbatore -India, Sathya was very passionate abt Art and had a natural affinity towards Archeology from an early age. Born and brought up in Tamil Nadu, India, which is known for its ancient temples and architecture, Sathya grew …
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Amidst the kaleidoscopic patterns, soft considerate edges , the prismatic dancing dolls, and rocking horses you reach the town Channapatna also called GombegaluOoru; The toy capital of India. 60kms from Bangalore and 80kms from Mysore, a city and Taluk Headquarter in Ramnagra district, Karnataka. Channapatna crafts park, located at Channapatna is India’s first craft park. …
Kutch is a region perhaps more known for its wildlife or the devastating earthquake of Bhuj. But this women’s day, we have a whole different reason to celebrate Kutch. Ever since the earthquake caused most of the men to lose their livelihoods, it was the steely grit of the women that have saved the culture …
Take a breath, Say namaste to Yoga Yoga is an invaluable gift of ancient Indian tradition and It embodies unity of mind and body, thought and action, restraint and fulfilment, harmony between man and nature, and a holistic approach to health and well-being The International Day for Yoga, requested by the Honorable Prime Minister Shri …
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