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
The Great Rath Yatra of Jagannath Puri
The Puri Rath Yatra is world famous for the crowd that it attracts. Puri being the abode of these three deities, the place plays host to devotees, tourists and about one million pilgrims from acrossIndia and abroad. Many artists and artisans are engaged in building these three chariots, weaving its fabric covers that dress up… Continue reading The Great Rath Yatra of Jagannath Puri
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
Mahavir Jayanti Biggest festivals of the Jain community
Mahavir Jayanti is the most propitious day for the followers of Jainism and principally the Digambars. Jayanti means Birth anniversary. Mahavir Jayanti is one of the biggest festivals of the Jain community who celebrate the birth anniversary of Lord Mahavir, the 24th Teerthankar of the Jains. History Lord Mahavir is the founder of modern Jain religion and… Continue reading Mahavir Jayanti Biggest festivals of the Jain community
Baisakhi – Celebrated as Sikh New Year
In April, this day marks the beginning of the Hindu solar New Year. In fact this day is celebrated all over the country as New Year day under different names. It is also the time when the harvest is ready to cut and store or sell. Baisakhi is perhaps one of the most vibrant and… Continue reading Baisakhi – Celebrated as Sikh New Year
Mewar Festival Udaipur
The Mewar Festival Udaipur celebrated to mark the onset of spring has much resemblance with Gangaur festival. The special charm of the Mewar Festival sets it aside from other people. Furthermore, in contrast to most other festivals, this festival has both cultural and religious importance. Cultural activities such as the females folk dressed in brilliant… Continue reading Mewar Festival Udaipur
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
The Blue City – Jodhpur
Jodhpur, the heart of Rajasthan and the majestic jewel of her eternal crown, illuminate the Thar, enriching the desert with entrepreneurship, scholarship and art. Set at the edge of the Thar Desert, Jodhpur is the second largest city in Rajasthan. This imperial city was the capital of the Marwar state. A high wall -10 kms… Continue reading The Blue City – Jodhpur
Mamallapuram Dance Festival – TamilNadu
Dedicated to: Indian classical dances Duration: 4 week Time: January – February Place: Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu Organizer(s): Tamil Nadu Tourism Department Highlight: Performance of exponents of the varied dance forms such as Kuchipudi, Odissi, Bharatanatyam, Kathakali or Kathak Introduction- Mamallapuram Dance Festival is celebrated every year in Mamallapuram, Tamil Nadu. This festive occasion is organized under the sponsorship of Department… Continue reading Mamallapuram Dance Festival – TamilNadu