”For one who has conquered his mind, a mind is best of friends, but for one who has failed to do so, a mind is the greatest enemy.” – Lord Krishna Lord Krishna also known as Madhusudan, Vasudeva, Govinda, Mukunda and Banke Bihari is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu born in Yadu dynasty in DwaparContinue reading “Janmashtami – Birth of Lord Krishna (Makhan Chor)”
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Symbolic Colour Coded Cities Of India
“India is a country where each bud blooms in its true colour and each day is celebrated with unity,peace and harmony” India is a vibrant city with colours having special importance in culture,living and stories of India. From the dark hues of red colour personifying a beautiful bride to deep orange marigold used in allContinue reading “Symbolic Colour Coded Cities Of India”
Gujarat Ka Tara – Saputara (complete travel guide)
Saputara is a picture perfect sole hill station of Gujarat. Perfectly snuggled in the Western ghats, saputara is undoubtedly a photographers delight owing to its picturesque misty hills, livid landscapes,winding roads,serene climate and enchanting forests. It is well known for the para gliding festival, Dang Darbar and the Monsoon festival organised by the Gujarat tourismContinue reading “Gujarat Ka Tara – Saputara (complete travel guide)”
Someshwar Waterfalls (Doodhsagar falls of Nashik)
“The waterfall is nature’s laughter.” Every monsoon Mumbaikars and Punekars visit lonavala, matheran, Malshej Ghats in search of waterfalls, and foggy mountains to escape the chaotic life and sip some hot chai or coffee at a relaxing spot and be one with the nature. But very few people are aware about Nasik as a monsoonContinue reading “Someshwar Waterfalls (Doodhsagar falls of Nashik)”
Indian Temples strengthening the Raksha Bandhan Bond
परस्परं भावयन्तः। (Let us take care of each other) Raksha Bandhan – Raksha Bandhan festival is celebrated in India on the full moon day of the Hindu calendar in the month of Shravana which typically falls in the August month of Gregorian calendar. The festival symbolizes the eternal love of brother-sister relationship. On this day, aContinue reading “Indian Temples strengthening the Raksha Bandhan Bond”
Lonavala – 10 “Must Visit” attractions
Lonavala is a perfect hideaway offering the most astonishing views of Western ghats, sky touching hill ranges, umpteen waterfalls, dense green forests and old historical caves. The small hill station is located in the Pune district of Maharashtra, in the Sahyadri ranges, and a distance of 89 km from Mumbai. It can be termed asContinue reading “Lonavala – 10 “Must Visit” attractions”
Top 10 Must Visit Snake Temples of India
Since ages, serpent worship has been part of the rich and varied Indian culture. We, Indians, have a lot of reverence for the serpent gods and have built some temples dedicated to them. Snakes are considered auspicious and because of their peculiar feature of shedding their skin they are epitomized as divine symbols of creation,preservationContinue reading “Top 10 Must Visit Snake Temples of India”
Unexplored picturesque villages Of Nashik in monsoons
Nasik is an easy and perfect getaway from the chaotic monsoons of Mumbai as it is a beautiful blend of small villages with scenic beauty, hilltops dotted with greenery and covered in clouds, small and big waterfalls, ancient caves, wildlife sanctuaries,offbeat restaurants and temples shining in their glory. Someshwar waterfalls, saptashrungi temple, Trimbakeshwar temple, BrahmagiriContinue reading “Unexplored picturesque villages Of Nashik in monsoons”
Pachmarhi trip in monsoon (Part 1)- My travel story
“The gentle sound of down pour,earthy fragrance, water soaked leaves, lush greenery,stunning waterfalls with gushing water,romantic atmosphere,roasted sweet corns with a cup of freshly brewed coffee is my idea of monsoons. “ Reaching Pachmarhi – In order to experience such a monsoon trip in Central India, we chose Pachmarhi hill station as our next destination.Continue reading “Pachmarhi trip in monsoon (Part 1)- My travel story”
Pachmarhi “Queen of satpuras” – Info,history and travel tips
Thinking of visiting a hill station bejeweled by cascading waterfalls,wild life reserves with rare flora and fauna, jaw dropping viewpoints,historical caves and religious monuments then Pachmarhi should be on top of your list. Yes, Pachmarhi ,located at an altitude of 1067mts in Hoshangabad district is a beautiful lone hill station of Madhya pradesh. It isContinue reading “Pachmarhi “Queen of satpuras” – Info,history and travel tips”