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Jagannath Rath Yatra: It’s a journey of discovery

Jagannath Rath Yatra: It’s a journey of discovery

July 13, 2018

Odisha, also known as the Golden Triangle destination, offers a plethora of rich historical heritage, sacred pilgrimage, vibrant living temples, golden sand beaches, international sand art festival by the tourism which showcases the cultural depth of the state and the amazing nat...

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All about Old Delhi

All about Old Delhi

July 7, 2018

  To know Purani Dilli (old Delhi), one must have the love for history and passion to explore the city. The most known and popular Moonlight Square, which is commonly known as Chandni Chowk, the oldest Indian bazaar (market) in existence today, serves as the symbolic hear...

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Sanchi Stupa: An Eternal Journey of Spirituality

Sanchi Stupa: An Eternal Journey of Spirituality

June 4, 2018

Sanchi Stupa is one of the greatest gateways of India and one of the most important Buddhist monuments, located around 46 km away from Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh (a large state in central India) on the hilltop of Raisen district. It is the oldest stone structure in India with a group...

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Pondicherry: Glimpse of France in India

Pondicherry: Glimpse of France in India

May 23, 2018

Puducherry (New Town in Tamil language) previously known as Pondicherry is one of India’s most beautiful Union Territories located in the southern part of the country. The entire town is divided into two parts- French and Indian quarter. The French quarter is called La Ville Bl...

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Pilgrims thronging Gurudwaras with gaiety and devotion

Pilgrims thronging Gurudwaras with gaiety and devotion

April 23, 2018

  Baisakhi, celebrated on April 13 or 14 every year in north India, is a harvest festival of the winter ( rabi) crops. For the Sikh community, the day is also as a celebration of the New Year and a day of thanksgiving to the Lord for their fortune and prayers for better crop...

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Journey to the Mystical Land: Beyul of Pemako, Arunachal Pradesh

Journey to the Mystical Land: Beyul of Pemako, Arunachal Pradesh

April 10, 2018

The valley of Beyul in the Pemako area is located in the Upper Siang District of Arunachal Pradesh. This earthy paradise of Buddhist pilgrimage is hidden in the lap of Himalayas.

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Rajputs’ pride: Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan

Rajputs’ pride: Kumbhalgarh, Rajasthan

March 17, 2018

Many of us have heard of the Great Wall of China but very few know the second longest wall in the world is located in the west Indian state of Rajasthan. We are talking about the Kumbhalgarh Fort, which extends to the length of 36 kilometers is also known as the “Great Wall of ...

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Hola Mohalla – a unique Sikh festival

Hola Mohalla – a unique Sikh festival

March 9, 2018

  Hola Mohalla is a festival celebrated by Sikhs, held annually at Takhat Sri Keshgarh Sahib Gurdwara (Sikh place of worship) in Anandpur Sahib in north Indian state of Punjab. It is usually celebrated one day after the Hindu festival, Holi that celebrates the arrival of spr...

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Experiencing Bahubali Mahamastakabhisheka at Shravanabelagola

Experiencing Bahubali Mahamastakabhisheka at Shravanabelagola

March 1, 2018

Shravanabelagola is a Jain pilgrimage in the south Indian state of Karnataka. It is known for its Vindyagiri Hills, which are the mount for the gigantic and the most sacred of Jain idols - the Gommateshwara statue of Lord Bahubali.

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Urs – The Spirit of Devotion at Dargah Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia

Urs – The Spirit of Devotion at Dargah Hazrat Nizamuddin Aulia

January 6, 2018

The festive season of Diwali, Christmas and New Year is followed by the festival of Urs, which memorialises the death anniversary of Sufi (a sect of Islam) saints by celebrating their lives. Located in the Indian capital New Delhi, the Dargah Hazrat Nizamuddin is considered one o...

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Konark Festival 2017 unites the Indian classical dance fraternity

Konark Festival 2017 unites the Indian classical dance fraternity

December 11, 2017

Konark is making its place in the world cultural map with its signature event - the Konark Festival, a five-day Indian classical dance milieu of best of the best performers. Odisha Tourism plays host to this colourful event as the world heritage site of Sun Temple dons the role o...

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Les chrétiens de Saint-Thomas

Les chrétiens de Saint-Thomas

November 21, 2017

Partons au Kerala (Sud) à la découverte d’une communauté qui trouve ses origines aux premiers temps du Christianisme. Une église blanche se détache à l’horizon ; un minibus s’engage dans le trafic avec à son bord un groupe de religieuses occupées à regarder par les...

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