Himachal Pradesh, an area blessed with lush beauty and spiritual vibrancy, has several temples and shrines built to worship local and tribal deities. Among these stands, Hateshwari Mata Mandir in Hatkoti, located in the Jubbal region of Shimla district, is one of the most symbolic in divine energy and cultural heritage. Hateshwari Mata is worshipped […]Read More
Baba Balak Nath is the divine shepherd on the spiritual canvas in Himachal Pradesh, where a harmonious marriage of nature’s beauty occurs with spirituality. Baba Balak Nath stands for faith and devotion, crowned with wonderment through the ages. The temple at Deotsidh in the Hamirpur district is a light for devotees representing the rich spiritual […]Read More
The Jwalamukhi Temple is in the beautiful Kangra valley of Himachal Pradesh and is among the few unique temples in India devoted to the Goddess Jwalamukhi (The Goddess of the eternal flame). Unlike the usual temples that harbour idols within their sanctum, this temple attracts pilgrims solely because of a curious natural phenomenon: perpetual flames […]Read More
The landscapes of the Central Himalayas exude odorous spirituality, revering nature’s infinitely beautiful manifestations. Among the deities worshipped in these green hills, Mahasu holds crucial media spectacles invoked as a god of determination and protection. For Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand, Mahasu Devta is worshipped as a guardian deity, an integral part of the people’s cultural […]Read More
Located in the Morigaon district of Assam, a northeastern Indian state, is Mayong—heralded for having an air of mystery. This village is popularly known as “The Land of Black Magic.” This small village has been canonized as a hallmark in Indian folklore for its deep-seated association with witchcraft, occult practices, and mystical traditions. Beyond its […]Read More
Indian spiritual traditions are diverse and wealthy, scattered among a myriad of practices, philosophies, and figures that populate its great landscape. Out of these traditions, we find in Tantra special importance attached to mystics and unconventional methods of attaining spiritual knowledge. Within Tantra, Lona Chamari is one name that emerges with a mysterious yet charismatic […]Read More
Ustad Zakir Hussain, one of the most acclaimed and honoured tabla players in the world, undoubtedly is a synonymous name with rhythm, creativity, and musical excellence. Born under a lineage of musical brilliance, he represents the torchbearers of the Indian classical music tradition and spread the art of tabla to the global audience. With his […]Read More
Goddess Jagadamba, honoured as the Universal Mother, is well-known in Hindu spirituality and mythology. The meaning of her name reflects her unlimited divine essence, where “Jagad” denotes the universe and “Amba” denotes mother. She is the primordial creative power, maternal to all creation with limitless love and protection. Labels of Goddess Jagadamba such as Parvati, […]Read More
Varanasi, the city of spiritual awakening, has long been a sanctuary for seekers of higher truths and mystical knowledge. Set inside another seemingly infinite chain of sacred shrines studded on its ancient landscape is Kinaram Ashram, a unique centre of spiritual learning and devotion. Dedicated to Baba Kinaram, the legendary saint and founder of the […]Read More
Each of the thousands of temples in Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India, is endowed with its significance and charm. The temple of Sankata Devi, one of the most revered shrines of the Goddess Sankata Devi, occupies a humble spot amongst a web of winding lanes and sacred ghats. Known as the goddess who dispels […]Read More