A series of ancient cave temples and monuments in the Maharashtra state of India are known as the Ajanta and Ellora caves. They date back to between the 2nd century BCE and to 10th century BCE. Ajanta and Ellora caves were built during the reign of the Vakataka dynasty and the Rashtrakuta dynasty respectively, The […]Read More
Mumbai often known as the city of dreams, attracts people to the various opportunities offered by entertainment, and business. Many people know it as a multicultural urban land but only a few remember Mumbai was once a small fishing village which the multiple colonial forces occupied, let’s look at the history of the city and […]Read More
“There can be no happiness for a being nor can its mind know any peace even in a dream so long as it does not relinquish desire, which is an abode of sorrow.” – Tulsidas One of the most revered and well-known texts in devotion and literature is the Ramcharitmanas. This epic poem was […]Read More
Varanasi, the sacred city generates an atmosphere that mingles with spirituality and devotion; the Annapurna Temple depicts compassion and nourishment coming from above. The temple was built in reverence to Goddess Annapurna, the deity of food and nourishment. It assumes a prime position in Hindu worship and cultural tradition. Situated near the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, […]Read More
The Udayagiri and Khandagiri Caves, located near Bhubaneswar in Odisha, India, are remarkable examples of ancient architecture, religion, and art. These caves are partly natural and partly man-made, carved during the 1st and 2nd centuries BCE. They hold immense archaeological, historical, and religious importance. The caves were primarily built as residences for Jain monks during […]Read More
In the religious heart of Varanasi, the city is considered the eternal sanctuary of Lord Shiva. There stands one of the most strange and powerful deities of Shiva, the Kaal Bhairav Temple. Kaal Bhairav is conventionally considered the Kotwal or guardian deity of Varanasi. This deity is protector and, at times, disciplinarian, embodying both time […]Read More
Sachchidananda Hirananda Vatsyayan, popularly known by his pen name Agyeya (1911–1987), was a revolutionary poet, novelist, and thinker who reshaped modern Hindi literature. His writings, characterized by experimental techniques and existential themes, earned him the reputation of being a literary pioneer. Agyeya’s literary contributions reflect his quest for individual freedom, intellectual exploration, and artistic innovation. […]Read More
Makhanlal Chaturvedi (1889–1968), a luminary in Indian literature, was a revolutionary poet, writer, and journalist whose works ignited the fire of patriotism during India’s struggle for independence. Popularly known as Panditji, he was not just a literary genius but also a staunch nationalist whose writings blended poetic beauty with the call for social and political […]Read More
Among all the sacred places in Varanasi, there is the great Vishalakshi Temple, which is dedicated to the goddess Vishalakshi, who is the Divine Mother. This temple is one of the most important Shakti Peethas in Hinduism, where the feminine power, or Shakti, is worshipped. The temple is located near the famous Manikarnika Ghat. The […]Read More
As one of the many labyrinths of spirituality and history where Varanasi stands, Chandrakoop Well is the only one of its kind. It is located within the premises of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple complex. An ancient well, it finds a unique place in Hindu religious traditions. Chandrakoop Well is believed to be steeped in cosmic […]Read More