The Legend of Maharaja Ranjit Singh – The Lion of Punjab Among India’s legendary rulers, few shine as brightly as Maharaja Ranjit Singh, popularly known as the Lion of Punjab. The founder of the Sikh Empire, he ruled from 1801 until his death in 1839, creating a kingdom that stretched from the Khyber Pass to…
Lohri Festival – Punjab’s Celebration of Harvest, Fire & Community (Complete Guide) Lohri is Punjab’s beloved winter harvest festival—a night of bonfires, drumbeats, folk songs, and irresistible sweets. Falling each year on January 13 (a day before Makar Sankranti), Lohri marks the end of winter’s harshness and the beginning of longer, warmer days. Families gather…
The Veerabhadra Temple of Lepakshi – Karnataka’s Architectural Wonder India is dotted with mystical temples that hide stories of gods, legends, and architecture far ahead of their time. One such hidden gem is the Veerabhadra Temple at Lepakshi, a small town in the Anantapur district of Andhra Pradesh, near the Karnataka border. Known for its…
World Tourism Day 2025 in India – Free Entry & Discounts at Monuments (What’s Confirmed, What to Expect, and How to Plan) Category: Offers & Schemes · If you’re planning a culture-packed day out at India’s most iconic monuments, World Tourism Day (September 27) is traditionally one of the best dates on the calendar. This…
Durga Puja in Kolkata – A Cultural Extravaganza Beyond Religion (Complete Guide) Durga Puja in Kolkata is not merely a festival—it is a citywide performance where art, spirituality, craftsmanship, food, music, and community come together in a grand celebration. For five days (and really, several weeks beforehand), the city transforms into an open-air museum of…
The Legend of Raja Harishchandra – The King Who Never Lied Indian history and mythology are filled with tales of valor, wisdom, and sacrifice, but one story stands above all for its unwavering commitment to truth and dharma—the story of Raja Harishchandra. Known as the “King of Truth,” Harishchandra’s life is celebrated in the Puranas,…
The Lost Temples of Modhera – Gujarat’s Sun Temple Legacy Modhera, a small town in Gujarat’s Mehsana district, is home to one of India’s most spectacular yet underrated marvels—the Sun Temple. Built in the 11th century during the reign of King Bhima I of the Solanki dynasty, the Modhera Sun Temple rivals Konark in Odisha…
The Sacred City of Varanasi – A Complete Travel Guide 2025 Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Benares, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and the holiest city for Hindus. Situated on the banks of the sacred river Ganga in Uttar Pradesh, it is considered the spiritual capital of India. Every year,…
The Soulful Rhythm of Chhau Dance – A Cultural Gem of Eastern India India, with its mosaic of traditions, languages, and rituals, holds an artistic treasure trove of folk and classical dance forms. Among these, the Chhau Dance stands tall—an enigmatic, vibrant, and powerful performance that fuses storytelling, martial arts, and rich cultural symbolism. Originating…
The Nine Unknown Men of Ashoka – Ancient Secret Society or Historical Truth? India, the land of mythologies and mysteries, is home to several ancient legends that continue to baffle historians and researchers. Among the most intriguing of these is the legend of the Nine Unknown Men—a secret society allegedly founded over 2,000 years ago…