Durga Puja also referred to as Navratra or the Navratri festival, is celebrated with much grandeur and fervour in different states across India. During the occasion, pilgrims and devotees set up pandals (temporary structure for revering gods and goddesses) and place the idol of Ma Durga to worship and seek her blessings. Regarded as the […]
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Come 3rd September and India would be celebrating Krishna Janmasthami, also known as the Gokulasthami, Krishnashtami, Ashtami Rohini and Srikrishna Jayanti, in several parts of the country. Krishna Janmasthami, the birth of Sri Krishna, is celebrated with a lot of pomp and vigour on the 8th day of the Shravan month (i.e. 8 days post […]
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Kali, the enigmatic Black Goddess is also regarded as the goddess of death, doomsday and time. The Hindu goddess is revered and worshipped across India, especially in West Bengal and other eastern states in the country. So, if you ever happen to visit Kolkata, then don’t forget to seek the blessings of the goddess at […]
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The concept of community feast has been adopted by almost every culture in India and it is often regarded as one of the best ways of worshipping the almighty God and sharing meals with people from all walks of life. According to the ancient Indian cultures and traditions, community feasting is all about gathering good […]
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There’s nothing like starting the first day of your year on a positive note and the best places to do so are temples, mosques, gurudwaras and other popular places of religious beliefs and sentiments. A good number of people look forward to seeking the blessings of the almighty on their special occasions. Hence, if you […]
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Lord Ganesha is worshipped in various parts of India and abroad for his power, might, wisdom and intellect. Also referred to as the elephant head deity, Lord Ganesha not only showers blessings on his worshippers but also removes obstacles from their lives. On the occasion of Ganesha Chaturthi, the god is widely worshipped in different […]
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India, also referred to as ‘Incredible India’ is a spectacular land of beauty, religion, mythology, culture and more. The country boasts of rich art & architecture including awe-inspiring religious temples of numerous deities, gods and goddesses that are revered with pious heart and soul. Amongst the many deities that are worshipped across the land, the […]
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A visit to Odisha, the incredible land of beaches, sea food, temples and pilgrimage destinations is incomplete if one fails to seek the blessings of Lord Jagannath at the palatial and magnificent Jagannath temple. Located in Puri, a few kilometers away from the smart city of Bhubaneswar, the temple is an ideal destination for those […]
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If there is any place for an atheist then it has to be the Lotus Temple, because you do not have to be a believer in God to visit it. Neither is this unique temple home to life-size idols of God nor loud prayers and prasad. The Lotus temple or the Bahai House of Worship […]
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The need to stay calm and overcome hardships is why many of us embark on spiritual tours and journeys. That’s precisely why I along with my family resolved to visit the famous Kalibari temple in Jamshedpur. Located opposite Beldih Club near Loyola School, the temple attracts devotees from all parts of the globe. Kalibari-The Temple […]
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