Tucked away in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, the Lepakshi Temple is a stunning reminder of the grandeur of Vijayanagara architecture. Steeped in history, mythology, and artistic brilliance, this temple is home to some of India’s most exquisite surviving frescoes. These vibrant wall paintings, once a common artistic tradition, have become increasingly rare due […]Read More
Gondin Deo holds a deeply revered place in the religious and cultural life of the Gond tribal community, one of the largest and most ancient indigenous groups in India. The Gonds, who primarily live in the forested heartlands of central India—including regions like Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and parts of Telangana—consider Gondin Deo not […]Read More
Kolattam, a vibrant and rhythmic folk dance from South India, holds a special place in the cultural fabric of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Deriving its name from the Tamil words kol (stick) and attam (dance), Kolattam is a traditional art form that combines music, movement, and ritualistic devotion. Typically performed by women, this communal […]Read More
The Dandakaranya Forest is more than just a stretch of trees and wildlife; it’s a land steeped in myth, history, and mystery. Spanning across parts of Odisha, Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra, this forest has been a witness to countless tales over centuries. From its mention in the epic Ramayana as a place where Lord […]Read More
If you come from the southern region of India, you might have heard about The Gangamma Jatara, it’s a celebration of the most colourful festival ever celebrated especially in the southern region. We could see it in the states such as Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. This celebration has been dedicated to the goddess Gangamma […]Read More
It is most definitely not an exaggeration to say that the Indian art forms that we see now, have existed, and evolved not just 100s of years ago but actually thousands of years ago. Their roots within the Indian art culture and tradition are in fact that deep. One of these art forms are the […]Read More
The Dakshin Ganga, or the Ganges of the South, is India’s second-longest river, after the Ganges. Stretching through the states of Maharashtra, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Odisha in approximately 1,465 km length, the river Godavari is crucial for the agricultural and economic growth of these states and holds deep cultural and religious significance, as […]Read More
Nagarjunakonda was an historical town and also one of India’s sites that was embedded with rich Buddhist culture. This place possibly stood witness of a beautiful cohabitation of Hindu and Buddhist culture. The scriptures found here were so historically significant that they are now not only present in several museums in India but were also […]Read More
From being venerated as the eternal brides of the god to being defiled by the eternal stigma of religious prostitution and impurity, the devadasis which still constitute a significant proportion of the population of India have a historical eminence spanning over 2000 years. Once a religious practice advocating music, dance and various art forms, the […]Read More
The Indian freedom struggle is a tapestry of sacrifice by countless patriots who fought for the country’s independence from British rule. While many names have been immortalised in history, there have been numerous unsung heroes whose contributions remain relatively unknown to the broader public. One such figure is Garimella Satyanarayana, a revolutionary poet, writer, and […]Read More