Western Assam: Hajo Hajos’ bell-metal work and artefacts by local craftsmen is renowned. Hajo was a melting point of the Muslim, Buddhist, and Hindu. A known spot for some of the oldest religious buildings in Hajo, such as the Hayagrib Madhab Temple and a revered spot, known as Poa Mecca. September – February is the…
A hill fort on Mahad, Raigad district of Maharashtra was once seized by Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj who made it his capital in 1674 after his coronation as the King of Maratha Empire, “Swarajya” which later developed into the Maratha Empire, eventually covering much of western and central India. The fort rises more than 2,500 ft….
The Attukal Bhagavathy Mandir of Trivandrum is also known as the Sabarimala of Woman. This temple falls 2 km southeast from Padmanabhaswamy. It holds a special position among ancient temples of Kerala. This temple is dedicated to Attukal (Parvathi), a supreme preserver or destroyer, capable of delivering wishes to her devotees. A famous festival celebrated…
Tikona also known as Vitandgad is the hill fort in Maval in Kamshet around 60 km from Pune, behind the Lohgad and Visapur fort. Borghat caves on Carla, Bedssey, Bhandara and Shelarwadi have forts for the protection of caves in area of Lohgad, Visapur, Tikona and Tung. Many Ghatvata connecting ancient – Bandarana Ghatmatha is…
Asirgarh Fort is situated on Satpura Range, north from Burhanpur, Madhya Pradesh, an area spread over 60 acres. Historians refer this fort as ‘Babe Deccan’- the “key to Deccan”. Asirgarh Fort provided a stronghold for seizing southern region and Khandesh. It falls towards South India, a strategically important position encompassing valleys of Tapti & Narmada…
Blazing in the summer sun, inside the heart of Pune City stands the ruins of the majestic fort, Shaniwar Wada. Located on the banks of a dry river, this fort belongs to an important chapter in the history of the Maratha. Amidst all the traffic and noise of modern-day Pune City, the fort stands out…
The Fort of Gagron is situated in Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, about 85 km from Kota. Earlier known as Dodagarh and then Dhulargarh. It is one of the six hill forts of Rajasthan – others being Ranathambore, Chittor, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Amer. A Jaldurg fort that faces rivesr, while the towers were embedded on the Mukundarrah…
Tung Fort, also known as Kathingad Fort, is an ancient hill fort which is located in the district of Pune in Maharashtra. It is situated in the Sahyadris Mountain Range and is also close to the town of Lonavala. The fortress is built at an altitude of 1075 m. Presently the structure is bounded with water on three sides as…
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The 300 years old coastal town of the Marathas, Alibag is the headquarters of Raigad district of Maharashtra. The town is popular among tourists for its beaches and historical forts which stand portraying architectural brilliance. This region has got few forts that falls near its seashore. Kulaba Fort is the main fort of the region under…
Garia Puja A festival of indigenous people in Tripura. A bamboo pole symbolizes Lord Garia, also known as the deity of livestock & wealth. Garia is worshiped with flowers and garland along with cotton thread, rice, beer made out of rice, earthen pots, riccha and eggs. The Garia festival is celebrated on the seventh day…
Tomars, Mughals, Britishers & Marathas ruled Gwalior until the fort went under Scindias. The fort witnessed several battles from ancient times. Emperor Babur once denoted Gwalior Fort as the pearl amongst fortresses of India. Folklore showcases Saint Gwalipa, the patron saint of Gwalior. Existence of Gwalior Fort is around 10 CE, here the inscriptions depicts that it…
Fort Lohagad is a wonderful fort that throws light on the rich artistry of Marathas for observation of activities in Korbaarse Maval, Andhra Maval & Nane Maval. In 1670, Bahmani kingdom lost control to Nizamshahi. Then, Shivaji took Lohgad. The Fort has Laxmi Kothi for accommodation. Lohgad is known as “Iron Gate”, around 3400 ft…
The Madan Mahal Fort of Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, is a fortified garrison standing atop a rocky hill at a height of 515 m, the fort was built by Raja Madan Shah., during the reign of Gondwana dynasty. Based on a single stone rock of granite, the fort in its earliest days served the purpose of being a watch tower…
Customs of Mannarasala Nagaraja Temple are uncommon where the rituals are performed under Brahmin women. Senior most Brahmin woman in the family will have the status of Mother. She ought to live as brahmacharini for retribution. Parasuram’s ceremonies are sacred inside Mannarasala Nagaraja Temple, dedicated to serpent. Serpents are revered holy by Hindu & Kerala is a place of divine…