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by Anil Rajput
Churu Havelis Fresco Paintings
Churu Havelis Frescos Paintings Churu is a small sleepy town in Rajasthan on the edge of Desert , also known as the gateway to Thar Desert. This place was founded by The Jat Chieftain – Churru in 1620 and the it was later taken over by The Rathores of Bikaner in 1871. This town
Chardham Helicopter Service
Chardham Helicopter Service from Dehradun started from 01 MAY 2018 The Holy Yatra Chardhma for the year 2018 starts from 29 April with the opening of Kapat at Sri Yamunotri , Sri Gangotri, Sri Kedarnath and Sri Badrinath . To operate the Helicopter charters in this area the permission is granted by the DGCA of
Travel preparations Yatra Chardham
Yatra Chardham is a one of the wish of a Sanatan Hindu to undertake at least once in life time, one is to prepare well in advance to undertake this journey which is in high Himalayas covered with snow and thin air, less in oxygen. Travelling at this height certain precautions and preparations are required to make the body capable to face the
Yatra Chardham for Senior Citizens
The Yatra Chardham which is the devout wish of an any Sanatan Hindu , Shivaite or Vishnuite is done in the Gharwal region of Uttrakhand state of North India, since 1980 we are making the travel arrangements for pilgrims in this area, I have seen the Senior Citizens accompanying their families and trying to keep a pace with the youngsters to make their pilgrimage to these holy places, not
Kargil | 5th Century Lord Buddha’s Rock statues
Kargil 5th century rock carved out statues are the only three statues left in the world after Bamiyan Buddha’s statues of 5th century were destroyed in Afghanistan . Kargil in Ladakh region of India is an ancient town situated on the junction and a transit point to the Silk route, traders from Central Asia, China, Tibet,
What not to be missed in Kargil
What not to be missed in Kargil , most of the tourist travelling by road Srinagar / Leh use Kargil as a overnight halt because of not much information available with the travel agents , situated on the midway on Srinagar – Leh highway, ancient town which had trading links with Tibet, China ,
Harsiddhi Mata Temple | Ujjain | Madhya Pradesh
Harsiddhi Mata Temple Ujjain is situated on the Eastern bank of river Shipra in one of the ancient city of world Ujjain , this city is also mentioned in ancient Hindu text as Ujjaini, Avanti , Avantika and Avantikapuri . It was the center for learning Astronomy & Astrology in the early days of Sanatan
Kargil | Sayed Mir Hashim Tomb | Suru Valley
Sayed Mir Hashim a Islamic preacher and scholar came to Suru Kurchay upon invitation from Thi Namgyal a Buddhist king of Purig Kurchay,king had one of Muslim queen Rigyal Khatoon also known as Thi Lah Khatoon wanted him to educate and train their son Thi Mohammad Sultan in 17th century . Sayed Mir Hashim is
Kargil | Bheem Bat | Drass Valley
Bheem Bat is in Drass Valley is about 2 km from the Kargil War memorial 53 km from Kargil very close to the National Highway 1D to Drass – Kargil – Leh. While travelling from Drass to Kargil about two km from the Drass War Memorial , on the right hand of highway there
Majuli|Mishing Traditional Apong Beer
Apong is the traditional rice beer ( country liquor) of Mishing tribe of Majuli , Apong forms an integral part of the culture, traditions and rituals of the Mishings , it is an integral part of the life of the Mishing people. It is brewed in every Mishing household. Apong is prepared by fermenting rice, it comes
Majuli | Ancient art of Pottery
Majuli ancient art of pottery is as old as used in ancient time at Mohanjodaro and Harappa it is not in practice anywhere in India or else where, methods suggest a historic origin of this activity. According to Archaeologists the pottery industry in Majuli has been a missing link between Mohenjodaro and Harappan civilizations during
Majuli | Art of Mask making
Mask Making art at Shamagauri Satra Majuli Shamagauri Satra ( Monastery) bhakts are famous and known to be making beautiful masks used in religious dances and drama, this art is practiced only here and not in any other Satras. It has been the hereditary craft in the family of Satradhikar of the Shamagauri Satra. Masks
Majuli | Mishing Tribe Culture
Mishing Tribe of Majuli Mishing or Miri migrated few century ago from the hills of Arunachal in search of fertile and safe land, they are one of the most colorful tribe fun loving enjoying the life, have their own music, musical instruments, dance and songs for different occasions. Worship mother Sun and father Moon and believe
Majuli, Deori Tribe Culture
Deori Tribe of Majuli Deoris migrated from hills staying at various places and then finally reached Majuli through river Brahmaputra, they call themselves children of Sun and Moon (Jimo – Chaayan) have their own culture and faith along with the Hindu Gods they worship their ancestors, they served as priests for the royal families even
Majuli, Sonowal Kachari Tribe Culture
Sonowal Kachari Tribe of Majuli Sonowal Kachari Tribe have its origin with Mongoloid features, they have no language of their own at present and speak Assamese language.They got the Sonowal name because they were experts in extracting gold dust from the rivers, they also have a good knowledge about the medicinal herbs and using them
Majuli, Treasure Island of Assam
Majuli, Cultural capital and Treasure Island of Assam Situated in the river Brahmaputra one can reach from Jorhat to Nimatighat by road and then by a ferry sailing for about 1.30 hrs. to reach Kamalabari ghat , one can reach by road from North Lakhimpur a 85 km distance is covered in about 3 hrs.
Lamayuru Gompa , Monastery, Ladakh
Lamayuru is one of the largest and oldest gompa in Ladakh, situated in Kargil district on Srinagar- Leh highway at a height of 3510 meters,127 km from Leh about 15 Km from Fotu-La, it was originally the Bonpo Monastery called gYung-drung Monastery, a Swastika symbol and gYung drung bon is the name of the Bon religion , The Maha Sidhachrya Naropa
Mulbek , Ladakh
Mulbek is located on a Srinagar – Leh NH 1 D National Highway 45 km from Kargil and and Leh is further 197 km , it is at an altitude of 3304 meters from sea , just a kilometer from the town is the famous statue of Chamba the figure of Maitreya Budha , represents the important part of
Kargil , Ladakh
Kargil lies on National Highway 1D which connects Srinagar to Leh , it is on the banks of Suru river , the name is from two words “Gar” means in local language “Any Where” and “Khil” means central place “where any one can stay”. Total population of Kagil 80% follows the Shia faith of Islam and are
Drass Valley , Ladakh
Drass is a small town on Srinagar – Leh National Highway 1D , 147 km from Srinagar and 60 km from Kargil at a height of 3230 meters from sea level , it is also called the Himalayan gateway to Ladakh , it starts from Zoji-la and extends till Kargil , it is the second
Ladakh the Moonland, Last Shangrila, Little Tibet
Ladakh is located in the North-Eastern part of Jammu & Kashmir state in India , it is a remote Tibetan plateau, primarily Buddhist and Tibetan in its culture and in a very clear contrast to rest of Kashmir, indeed to the rest of India as well. Small Ladakhi girl Ladakh is located in the North-Eastern
Ladakh by Road | Preparations and Precautions
Every year the motorbike and Jeep adventure lovers wait for the Manali – Leh – Srinagar Highway to open, around the first week May from Srinagar side and end of May from Manali side , at may places the BRO ( Border Road Organisation ) had to clear the 60 ft . of snow from
Vamana Temple of Love Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh
Vamana Temple of Love Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh was built during 1050 AD to 1075 AD by the Chandela Rulers . It is a UNESCO Heritage site Dedicated to the Vamana, the fifth incarnation of Lord Vishnu and also the first incarnation where the Vishnu came in a full human form ( the form of a dwarf Brahmin). Legend says
Devi Jagadambi Temple of Love Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh
Devi Jagadambi Temple also known as Jagadambika Temple , built by the Chandela rulers between 1000 AD to 1025. AD originally it was dedicated to Lord Vishnu as the East facing door, the prominence given to the Lord Vishnu on the doorway to the sanctum. Few believe it a Parvati Temple and that Ma Kali image (
Garhi Padawali Temple , Morena ,Gwalior
Garhi Padavali temple Morena, Gwalior built in 10th AD it is in a village called Padhavali situated in Distt. Morena 45 km. from Gwalior , old name of Padhavali is Dharon with neighboring towns were Kutwar ( Kantipur ) and Suhaniaya ( Simphania) originally they collectively formed one large city. The Kutwar is associated with Kunti, the
Bateshwar group of Temples | Morena Gwalior
Bateshwar is in Morena distt. near Gwalior Madhya Pradesh , this place was inaccessible till few years ago and very few people knew about it , it was the efforts of Archaeological Survey of India’s Mr. K. K. Mohammad who persuaded the local people who were having doubts and also this place was frequented by
Chausath Yogini Temple , Morena ,Gwalior
Built by the Pratihara ruler Maharaj Devapal in the year 1323 AD as per the inscription found here , circular temple, built over a rock hill , using red and brown-colored sandstone found abundantly in this area . the British architect Sir Edwin Lutyens and Sir Herbert Baker who designed the Parliament House in 1927, found his
Chaturbhuj Temple of Love Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh
Chaturbhuj Temple is situated in village Jatakari ,Khajuraho, built in 1100AD , the Chaturbhuj (Lord Vishnu ) means the one with four arms . It is peculiar temple in three distinct characters which differentiate it from other temples of Khajuraho . It houses the tallest stone carved idol among all the Temples in Khajuraho , only temple
Vishwanath Temple of Love Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh
Vishwanath Temple at Khajuraho built by the Chandela King Dhanga Deva in 999 AD to 1002 AD . It was a panchayatana shrine however of the four subsidiary shrines only two in the northeast and southwest corners have survived. The structure shows all the elements of a developed temple. The beauty of the temple lies in the
Karnaprayag on way to Sri Kedarnath
Karnaprayag is one of the five holy Prayags with Alaknanda in Himalayas which all together forms the holy river Ganga , situated at 172 km from Rishikesh at a height of 1451 meters from sea level , it is a Prayag (confluence ) river Alakhnanda with river Pindar which originates from Pindari glacier in Kumaon region of Uttrakhand . This place
Kandariya Mahadev Temple of Love Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh
The Kandariya Mahadev Temple built-in 1050 AD by the Chandela King Vidydhara to celebrate his victory over Mahmud of Ghazni, is dedicated to Lord Shiva it is the most impressive and refined temple among all the temples in the Khajuraho , with over 900 sculptures carved into sandstone stacked without mortar the Kandariya Mahadev temple is a
Varaha Temple Khajuraho Madhya Pradesh
The Varaha Temple dedicated to the third incarnation of lord Vishnu built by the Chandela King Yashaovarman in around 900 to 950 AD Built on a lofty plinth a simple modest pavilion , pyramidal roof of receding tiers resting over fourteen pillars made of sand stone , located just opposite to the Lakshmana temple of Love
Khajuraho Temples of Love Madhya Pradesh
Khajuraho a small town in Madhya Pradesh State once use to be the cultural capital of Chandela Rajputs of Central India from the 10 to 12 centenary , the world famous temples also the UNESCO World Heritage Site, were built during 950 AD to 1150 AD by the Chandela artisans . There is a airport
Vishnu Prayag on way to Sri Badrinath
Vishnu Prayag is on Joshimath to Sri Badrinath highway NH 58 , 263 km from Rishikesh at a height of 1372 meters from sea. the Alaknanda which originates from glaciers of Chaukhamba meets the Saraswati river near Mana village and flows near the Sri Badrinath temple it meets the Dhauli Ganga about 12 km before
Tungnath on way to Sri Badrinath
Tungnath temple situated at the highest spot at the height of 3680 meters from the sea at Chandranath Parbat , 3 km trek from Chopta 2700 meters from sea, it is dedicated to lord Shiva it is more than one thousand years old and of high importance of being at the highest elevation in the world and one of the Panch Kedars
Rudraprayag on way to Sri Kedarnath and Sri Badrinath
Rudraprayag is 34 km from Srinagar and 142 km from Rishikesh situated at a height of 610 meters from sea level surrounded by the Himalayan mountains it is not only one of the Panch Prayag ( Five confluence ) or Sangam with the holy river Alaknanda in Garhwal region of Uttarkhand in Himalayas , the river
Harsil and The Maha Prayag at Bhagirathi River
Harsil is a small sleepy village and important Cantonment of Indian Army situated at a height of 8300 ft. on main road to Gangotri, 73 kms from Uttarkashi, it was once on the old caravan route of India to Tibet most of the people are of Bhutia origin and use Harsil as winter base, more importance is due
Uttarkashi on way to Gangotri, Uttrakhand
Uttarkashi on way to Gangotri is a district’s head quarters situated on the banks of river Bhagirathi at a height of 1352 meters above the sea level, it is on a main route to Gangotri which is about 100 kms. from here, Uttarkashi means the Kashi of North, it has got the religious significance as it lies on the confluence
Dev Prayag on way to Yatra Chardham
Dev Prayag is the first Prayag ( confluence ) it is 70 km from Rishikesh at a height of 830 meters from sea , it is here the river Alaknanda and Bhagirathi meets, forms the name Ganga to flow towards Rishikesh into the plains of North India. It is one of the Panch Prayag (five sacred confluences)
Yatra Chardham – Yamunotri
Yamunotri is the place where the river Yamuna originates from the Himalayas and flows down to the plains of North India and meets river Ganga at Allahabad ( Prayagraj ), it is situated at the height of 3293 meters from the sea level, the actual source is the Champasar glacier in the Bandar Punch range in
Gangotri The Sacred Mother River
Gangotri is situated at a height of 3100 meters in the great Himalayas , the origin of river Ma Ganga known as Bhagirathi here , it is the most important part of the Chardham circuit in Gharwal Himalayas, the actual source is Gaumukh in Gangotri glacier 18 km up-stream at a height of 4120 meters about 30
Kharsali on way to Yamunotri
Kharsali is a small village across the river Yamuna from Jankichatti , 214 km from Rishikesh. During the winters the main idol of Maa Yamuna or Yamunotri is kept at Lord Shani Dev temple at Kharsali which lies at 2675 meters from the sea level . This place is also known as Khushimath is one kilometer from Janki Chatti across the River Yamuna. It is not only the winter seat of Ma Yamuna
Chardham Helicopter Charters year 2016
Chardham Helicopter Charters for the year 2016 will operate from Dehradun first flight on 10 MAY 2016. To operate the Helicopter charters in this area , permission is granted by the DGCA of Govt. of India, before the operations starts the Govt. Officials inspect the helipads situated at Kharsali ( Yamunotri ) Harsil (
Char Dham Yatra, Holiest Pilgrimage in Himalayas
Char Dham Yatra is the holiest of journey for Hindus in Uttarakhand Himalayas, this pilgrimage starts with the opening of the doors (Kapat) of four temples, are closed during the winters due to heavy snow , normally opening of doors is announced on Shivaratri. This year 2016 journey starts from 8th May with opening of Kapats (Doors) 09
Yatra Chardham year 2016 for Senior Citizens
The Yatra Chardham is the devout wish of an any Sanatan Hindu, Shivaite or Vishnuite is done in the Gharwal region of Uttrakhand state of North India, we are making the travel arrangements for pilgrims since 1980 in this area, I have seen the Senior Citizens accompanying their families and trying to keep a pace with the youngsters to make their pilgrimage to these holy places, not knowing about
Leh , Ladakh by Road , Preparations and Precautions
Every year the motorbike and Jeep adventure lovers wait for the Manali – Leh highway to open, it opens around the end of May every year, there were heavy snow falls in the high passes this year , at may places the BRO ( Border Road Organisation ) had to clear the 60 ft . of
Helicopter Service Yamunotri, Gangotri Do Dham
Traditionally the Yatra Chardham as per Hindu system starts the parikama clockwise i.e. starts from Yamunotri to Gangotri and then to Sri Kedarnath last is the Sri Badrinath the Yatra for the year 2016 starts from 10th May the Akshya Tritya of Vikram Samvat . The road journey which covers Yamunotri and Gangotri from Rishikesh takes Five days of
Lakshman Temple, Lokpal Lake at Hemkund
It was many generations before the Sikh community was introduced to Hemkund Sahib, was worshiped by the local Bhotia and Gharwali community who lives in the border area of India and Tibet and nearby villages of Joshimath use to come and pay their respect to the Lokpal or Lakshman the younger brother of Lord Ram
Nand Prayag on way to Sri Badrinath
Nand Prayag is one of the holy Panch Prayag (confluence) on river Alaknanda is 22 km from Karna Prayag and 205 km from Rishikesh situated at a height of 914 meters from sea. The Nandakini river meets the Alaknanda, here , Nandakini river originates from Homkund in the laps of Trishul peak It is named
Pandukeshwar on way to Sri Badrinath
Pandukeshwar is a small village 283 km from Rishikesh, 20 km from Joshimath , from Govindghat it is 4 km, Sri Badrinath Dham is about 25 kms from here. This place is also known as Yogadhayana Badri It is a winter seat of Sri Badrinath the Udhwa , there are two temples, the other one is