In India’s northeastern region, nested on the mighty Brahmaputra lies the world’s largest river island, Majuli. In 1991, the island had an area of 1256 sq km but it has now reduced to 875 sq km due to soil erosion. The island is very picturesque, lush green and attracts tourists from all over the world. Majuli has been the cultural capital of the Assamese civilization since … Continue reading Majuli: World’s largest river island.
The Chola dynasty was one of the longest-ruling dynasties in the world’s history and it is also said that the Chola dynasty at its peak was mightier than the Romans and their influence and power during the medieval period was unchallenged and uninterrupted. During the reign of the Cholas, culture and art flourished like never before. Founded by Vijayalaya, the Imperial Chola dynasty was one of the … Continue reading Chola Dynasty : Mighty and uninterrupted
India is one of those few countries that is known by various names. The most popular names are India, Hindustan and Bharat. Given the rich diversity and history of India and the country is one of the oldest civilizations of the world, it is quite obvious that various names were given to India from time to time. However, most names are lost in the course … Continue reading Polyonymous India!
Myanmar is a country in Southeast Asia with a size of 676,578 square kilometres by area. The country has a population of about 54 million. Myanmar got its independence from the British colonization in 1948 but eventually, it became a military dictatorship under the Burma Socialist Programme Party. For a long time, the country suffered ethnic violence which has also been declared as the world’s longest-running ongoing civil wars. In … Continue reading Myanmar: Hidden Jewel
Mount Kailash is a 6,638 m high peak in the Kailash Range which spread in Tibet and India. The mountain is located near Lake Manasarovar and Lake Rakshastal and is adjacent to the source of some of the major Indian rivers: Indus, Sutlej, Brahmaputra, a tributary of the Ganges in India. This mountain peak is considered sacred in four religions: Bon, Buddhism, Hinduism and Jainism. Mount Kailash is the most intriguing mountain range is the Himalayas. In fact, this mountain is … Continue reading Mount Kailash: An unsolved mystery
Tibet is a region in Asia and is also the highest region on Earth, with an average elevation of 5,000 m. Tibet is home to the Mount Everest, rising 8,848 m above sea level. The dominant religion of the region is Tibetan Buddhism and its architecture reflects Chinese and Indian influences. The staple foods in Tibet are roasted barley, yak meat, and butter tea. It is said that the Tibetan Plateau was inhabited by humans … Continue reading Tibet: Lonely Paradise
Varanasi is a spiritual city in India. It is situated on the banks of the river Ganges in Uttar Pradesh, India. Although the city is crowded and noisy at first sight, the essence of one of the oldest living cities in the world cannot be ignored and leaves a long-lasting impression on everyone who visits Varanasi. Here are some of the unknown interesting facts about Varanasi. 1. … Continue reading Varanasi: One of earth’s oldest cities
Taj Mahal is a world renowned mausoleum located in the Indian subcontinent. Built on the bank of the Yamuna river in the Indian city of Agra, this monument stands as a perfect example of Arab-Indian architecture. It was built in 17th century by a Mughal Emperor of India named Shah Jahan for his favourite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. The building is recognized as one of the most beautiful … Continue reading Taj Mahal: Crown of the Palace
Shimla, named after a Hindu goddess, Shyamala Devi, an incarnation of Kali is one of India’s most popular hill stations. It is the capital and the largest city of Himachal Pradesh, India. The beauty of Shimla is so mesmerizing that it was declared as the summer capital of India during British rule. After independence, the city became the capital of Punjab and was later made the capital … Continue reading Shimla: Queen of Hill Stations.
Sinhagad Fort (Lion’s Fort) is a hill fortress located at around 35 km southwest of Pune, India. It lies in the Sahyadri Mountains about 760 metres above ground and is an ideal trekking site. Some sources claim that the fort maybe 2000 years old. It was initially known as “Kondhana” after the sage Kaundinya. The caves and the carvings in the Kaundinyeshwar temple stand as proofs for the … Continue reading Sinhagad Fort: A beautiful battle fort.
Located in Uttar Pradesh, India, Vrindavan is one of the ancient cities in the world. The city holds a special place in Hindu Religion as Lord Krishna spent most of his childhood times in Vrindavan. It is 11 km from Mathura, the birthplace of Krishna. The name Vrindavan came from the Sanskrit word which means a forest of holy basil. It is also known as … Continue reading Vrindavan: Abode of Love
Jaipur, popularly known as the pink city of India is the largest city of the state of Rajasthan. The city was founded by Raja Jai Singh II, the king of Amer who ruled from 1699 to 1743 in order to accommodate the growing population of the state. Jaipur was one of the first planned cities of India designed under the architectural guidance of Vidyadhar Bhattacharya. But the … Continue reading The Pink City
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