Guwahati-The Gateway of the North-East India

Poised on the banks of the Brahamputra River, this rapidly growing city provides a link to seven other northeastern states. Its hills hold a 10th-century temple dedicated to the goddess Kamakhya and an ancient seat of astronomy known as Navagraha, the temple of the nine planets; the small Umananda temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is… Continue reading Guwahati-The Gateway of the North-East India

Athens of the East-Madurai

Madurai is an example of cultural diversity. Owing to its glorious past, the richness of its culture is visible in everything. This includes its architectural majesty, customs and traditions, religious sanctity, magnificent art work, handicrafts, ballads, folk dances, dramas, songs, festivals and ceremonies. The city has very-well blended its ancient cultural heritage, with the fast… Continue reading Athens of the East-Madurai

Bhubaneswar The Largest City of Orissa

A thriving centre of art and culture, once the heart land of erstwhile Kalinga Kingdom, Bhubaneswar is presently renowned as the capital city of State of Orissa in India. Bhubaneswar, literally means the Lord (eswar) of the Universe (bhuban), is a hub of historic temples and the city is webbed with many concrete lanes. The… Continue reading Bhubaneswar The Largest City of Orissa

Melbourne The Cultural Capital of Australia

Melbourne is Victoria’s capital city and the business, administrative, cultural and recreational hub of the state. There is a lot to love about Melbourne just ask the locals. This sophisticated world city in the south-east corner of mainland Australia inspires a deep passion in those who live here. Melbourne is very much about lifestyle. It… Continue reading Melbourne The Cultural Capital of Australia

Sydney Australia’s Capital of Glamour

Sydney, the capital of New South Wales, Australia. It isAustralia’s oldest and largest city with a population of around 4 million.Sydneyis built around a huge harbour and hosts many tourist attractions as well as a number of Beaches, bays  and a couple of  national parks.Sydneyis one of the busiest commercial hubs in the Asia-Pacific region with a cosmopolitan… Continue reading Sydney Australia’s Capital of Glamour

See Paintings on Stone at Bhimbetka – Madhya Pradesh

Enclosed by the northern fringe of the majestic Vindhyans, Bhimbetka in Bhopal is characterized by rock-strewn topography with thick woods and wrinkled precipices. The biggest depository of antediluvian knacks in India, Bhimbetka is a retreat of serenity and harmony for the picnickers. One of the most primitive dwellings of human race, Bhimbetka boasts of a… Continue reading See Paintings on Stone at Bhimbetka – Madhya Pradesh

Chandigarh – Well Designed and Planned City of India

Chandigarh, the dream city of India’s first Prime Minister, Sh. Jawahar Lal Nehru, was planned by the famous French architect Le Corbusier. Picturesquely located at the foothills of Shivaliks, it is known as one of the best experiments in urban planning and modern architecture in the twentieth century in India.Chandigarh derives its name from the… Continue reading Chandigarh – Well Designed and Planned City of India