Kalika purana is considered to be one of the more significant Hindu religious texts surrounding goddess kali. The Shakta tradition of Hinduism that worships goddess kali owes to Kalika purana for a lot of its practices. The Kalika purana is also one of the upapuranas and it is said to contain about 9,000 verses that […]Read More
In the rich tapestry of Indian history, few stories captivate as much as those of the maharajas and maharanis whose opulent lifestyles and exquisite tastes left an indelible mark on the world. Among these luminaries, Maharani Yashoda Devi of Patiala stands out not only for her grace and charm but also for her legendary collection […]Read More
Bagalamukhi is the eighth goddess in the Mahavidyas of Shaktism. a female oriented worship of the divine, where the divine feminine is given utmost importance and is viewed as the ultimate reality. Her name Bagalamukhi means someone who renders a rein. In Hinduism, especially in the Shakta sect, she is viewed as the goddess who […]Read More
In 2002, an egg was sold for 9.6 million dollars. Shocking, right? But this was no ordinary egg – In fact, it was a rare Fabergé egg, called the “1913 Winter Egg”. This blog will explore the history of these remarkable eggs and what makes them worth millions today. Fabergé eggs […]Read More
In the Mughal Empire, where power, art, architecture and intellect are united, one symbol that was different from the rest and stood out as an example to the celestial aspiration of its rulers: Jahangir’s celestial seat. The empire flourished cultural splendor and intellectual pursuit during the reign of Jahangir [1605-1627]. Right in the middle of […]Read More