History

The Baijnath Temple holds a significant place in history, closely associated with the illustrious Katyuri dynasty that ruled parts of present-day Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh...

As you approach Leh, the capital of Ladakh, you can’t miss the grand Leh Palace atop Tsemo Hill. Built in 1553 by King Senge Namgyal,...

Have you ever wondered what picture comes to mind when you hear the word “Dehradun”? Dehradun is known for esteemed educational institutions like the Forest...

Nestled in the verdant landscapes of Assam, India, lies an ancient tradition– the art of Eri silk production. Eri silk, also known as ‘Ahimsa silk’...

Throughout its historical existence of several centuries, several poets have written extensively about the city of Delhi. While some of them such as Ghalib and...

India is a land of diverse cultures, traditions, customs, languages, religions and cuisines. Its diversity is the result of foreign trade and networks, and the...

Eid al-fitr, a significant celebration marking the end of Ramazan, held a prominent position within the lavish courts of the Mughal Empire. Concluding the Islamic...

  [ source: pinterest photo by gulan khan ; market during Eid]   Eid, one of the most important festivals in Islam, marks the end...

The holy month of Ramzan brings with it a time of prayers, fasting from dusk to dawn and community bonding. The followers eat their ‘sehri’...

In the ninth month of the Islamic (lunar) calendar, all practising adult Muslims observe Ramzan: a month-long fast, abstaining from food, drinks and desires, from...