MAHA SHIVARATRI -2018 Maha Shivaratri 2018 is the great night of Lord Shiva. Through night poojas, rituals, recitals, yoga and meditation take place in all the Shiva temples throughout the country. Basically, the 13th or 14th night of every month in the Hindu luni-solar calendar is called as Shivaratri. Out of all, the one which…
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Kerala: 5 things to do in Alleppey other than the Houseboat cruise
The Alleppey backwaters and the houseboats at Alleppey, both are not a new thing for the travellers. However, there are also other various exciting things to do at Alleppey which many of us never tried. Being an avid traveller myself and Kerala one of my favourite getaways, I myself have tried out a lot of…
Thai Poosam 2018 Palani Murugan Temple – Tamilnadu
Thai Poosam 2018 Palani Murugan Temple Thai Poosam festival celebrated at Palani Murugan Temple is rooted in the Hindu Legend from time immemorial. Thai Poosam festival in 2018 falls on January 31st, the day with the Poosam star in the tamil month of Thai. Obviously, it is an auspicious day celebrated by people in Tamil…
Top 5 best places in South India to visit in February
February is the month of Valentine and you must go somewhere lovely, but are probably trying to figure out where? We have got a list of top 5 best places in South India to visit in February month. Take a look- Coorg Are you a mountain lover? Then think no further, head to the Coorg…
A weekend visit to Nagarjunakonda in Andhra Pradesh
Nagarjunakonda is one of the most noted Buddhist pilgrimage sites in India. It was a fully developed metropolis and a renowned Buddhist learning centre for years. Students from all over India and from countries such as China, Sri Lanka and much more used to reside here and undertook their Buddhist studies. If you are a…
Sri Bhagavan Jayanthi: Devotees celebrate the birthday of Sri Ramana Maharishi
Enlighten your soul with the preaching’s of Sri Ramana Maharishi on his 137th birthday, which is popularly celebrated as the “Bhagavan Jayanthi” by his devotees. When Vasudeva Sastri requested Ramana Maharishi to allow his devotees to celebrate his birthday, he said: “At least on one’s birthday one should mourn one’s entry into this world (samsara)”….
Thiruthani Murugan Temple Padi Pooja New Year Celebrations 2018
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A hidden Paradise amidst the Nilgiris which not many know about
Probably all the travellers who have been to South India, might have visited the Ooty hills [Nilgiris]. It is the crowned queen of the hills in South India. However, many those who made it to Ooty missed a gem of a spot roughly 30 kms away from the Ooty town. This hidden paradise is named…
Arudhra Dharshan 2018 Uthirakosamangai
Arudhra Dharshan 2018 Uthirakosamangai Arudhra Dharshan 2018 is the annual event where the Cosmic Dancer Lord Nataraja blesses his devotees on the day of Margazhi Thiruvaadhirai. This year, the auspicious event falls on 2nd January 2018. Uthirakosamangai is the renowned pilgrim where the presiding deity Lord Shiva is present in the form of His dancing…
5 best places near Chennai for a weekend tour
Chennai, the most popular city in South India, has a distinct ambience compared to other cities in India. The food, the music, the dress code, everything is unique in Chennai. Speaking about the people in Chennai, the Chennaites are fun-loving and are known for their love for travel, however, due to their hectic schedule, most…