India as a country has a very rich history, and we see it in its language, in its art forms and also its people. Warli painting, an art form from the Warli tribe of Maharashtra is one that is for years continued to reflect such rich culture of the country. This ancient form of art […]Read More
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The Pandavleni Caves, also known as Trirashmi Caves, are a series of rock-cut caves located in Nashik, Maharashtra. Carved into a hill over two millennia ago, these caves are famous for their architectural beauty and historical significance. They were crafted mainly between the 3rd century BCE and the 6th century CE, during which time they […]Read More
Grishneshwar Jyotirlinga: The Last Abode of Lord Shiva’s Eternal Light
Maharashtra is a state which has 3 Jyotirlingas. Grishneshwar jyotirlinga is one of them. Nestled in the historic UNESCO World heritage site of Ellora, it is the 12th of the Jyotirlingas. The Aurangabad district’s little village of Verul is home to the Grishneshwar temple. The temple is conveniently close to the well-known Ellora Caves—less than […]Read More
We have read about many wise and heroic rulers who maintained peace and justice in their kingdom. We have heard the great tales about them ruling their kingdom in a quixotic manner. But have u ever read about an ingenious queen who ruled the kingdom wisely and in a great manner in absence of her […]Read More
THE DEVADASI SYSTEM: From Sacred wives of God to mistresses
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
Bahinabai Chaudhari has been recognised and revered as a Khandeshi language poet posthumously. Her entire life was shrouded in pain and battling grievances. However, the brave lady never relinquished and kept fighting in the face of perils with absolute tenacity. Poetry became a getaway of expressing and venting her pent-up feelings and that is why […]Read More
Kanhopatra: The Courtesan Turned Devotee Who Took Her Last Breath
She was looked upon with disdain, for she was a courtesan’s daughter. Courtesan – her entire life revolved around this very word. She was scorned and harassed to the extent that she began detesting her radiant and exquisite beauty and this profession. She never wished to walk in her mother’s footsteps. After being denigrated, condemned, […]Read More
Janabai: The Saint Who Broke All the Prisons of Caste
She was a Dalit on top of that a woman. She was born in an era when Dalits were not even allowed to drink from the same well let alone enter the temple. Facing the society was not easy at all. She was attacked left, right, and center. However, she broke all the prisons and […]Read More
Samarth Ramdas, also known as Ramdas Swami, emerges from the annals of history as a beacon of unwavering faith and spiritual wisdom. His life, teachings, and remarkable achievements continue to inspire generations. Let us delve into the essence of this revered saint. Born as Narayan Suryajipant Thosar around 1608 CE in the village of Jamb, […]Read More
Tukaram: The Devotional Poet and Social Reformer
Sant Tukaram Maharaj, also known as Tuka, Tuko Baraya, and Tukoba, was a 17th-century Marathi saint who left an indelible mark on the Bhakti movement in Maharashtra. His life was dedicated to devotion, poetry, and social reform. Tukaram was born in Dehu village, Maharashtra, around 1598 or 16081. His unwavering devotion was directed towards Vithoba, […]Read More