~ Debashri Mandal “Alien Temple”—doesn’t this sound strange? Rather interesting. As we know, India has always been a land renowned for its spiritual diversity, and the blend of ancient traditions and cultural dogmas has long been questioned and tested for new religious movements and unconventional expressions of faith and beliefs. And in recent years, things […]Read More
Rahul Sankrityayan, often referred to as the “Father of Hindi Travel Literature,” was a towering figure in Indian intellectual and literary history. A polyglot, historian, philosopher, novelist, and revolutionary thinker, Sankrityayan was a true embodiment of the Renaissance spirit. His insatiable curiosity and commitment to learning led him to master over 30 languages, travel to […]Read More
The Submerged Castle of Akdamar Island, Lake Van,Turkey
What do we know about Akdamar island? Akdamar Island is an island located on Lake Van in eastern Turkey. It is known for its 10th-century Armenian Church of the Holy Cross, which contains well-preserved frescoes and carvings. The island was an important religious and cultural centre for the medieval Kingdom of Vaspurakan and the […]Read More
“Mahabalipuram” – the Lost & Found city of Mamallapuram
“Mahabalipuram” is the ancient Indian temple of Tamil Nadu, India. What do we know about Mahabalipuram? Mahabalipuram, also known as Mamallapuram, is an ancient Indian temple complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. It is known for its rock-cut architecture and intricate stone carvings and is believed to […]Read More