The Brahmaputra, the lifeline of northeast India is undoubtedly one of Asia’s most magnificent rivers. This river which is almost 3000 km long, is known by different names in the three countries it flows through (China, India, and Bangladesh). Its uniqueness also lies in the fact that it represents and bridges three major religions: Hinduism, …
Majestic Mysore, the city of palaces and parks is the ‘cultural capital’ of Karnataka. The historical town has legendary origins and its name is said to be derived from the word Mahishasurana Ooru”, which means the town of Mahishasura. According to a mythological legend, Mahishasura, the demon king, once lived here and was killed by …
Historic Hampi, set on the banks of river Tungabhadra is world-renowned for the ruins of the glorious capital of the Vijayanagar empire. It was described by the Portuguese traveler Domingo Paes as “being as large as Rome” and the best-provided city in the world”. The famous capital was founded by the two brothers Hukka (Harihara) …
Beautiful Bengaluru, the capital of Karnataka is one of the prettiest and cleanest cities of India. It is popularly called the ‘Garden City and has earned several other epitaphs like an Air-conditioned City’, for its salubrious climate throughout the year; the “Silicon Valley’ of India, for its rapidly growing software market and the ‘City of …
Magnificent Manali, one of the most popular hill resorts of the country is set picturesquely on the confluence of Manalsu and Beas rivers, surrounded by snow-clad peaks and thick forest and fruit-laden orchards. Mythological legends indicate that the name Manali is derived from Manu-Alaya’, the home of Manu, the great Hindu lawgiver and it was …
Kullu town is set on the banks of river Beas in the strikingly beautiful Kullu valley, also known as the ‘valley of gods’ Raghunathji Temple: This famous shrine was built in 1657 and dedicated to Lord Raghunathji, the principal deity of the valley. The idol of the presiding deity is said to be brought from …
Leh, the ancient capital of the Ladakh region is perched at an altitude of 3,350 meters amidst starkly beautiful mountains, which gently blend into an oasis of lush fields. The breathtakingly beautiful town is laden with palaces and monasteries. It was a flourishing caravan trade center between Punjab and Central Asia and between Kashmir and …
Jammu, the winter capital of the State sprawls on the banks of river Tawi with Trikuta mountain range in the backdrop. The antiquity of this city of ancient temples and the magnificent palace is shrouded in myths and legends. It is said that Raja Jambu Lochan, a Rajput king of later Vedic period founded his …
Scenic Srinagar, the summer capital of Jammu & Kashmir state sprawls elegantly on both sides of the river Jhelum. According to Kalahana, the author of Rajatarangini’, this city of lakes and gardens was originally named is Srinagari and was founded by emperor Ashoka (3rd century B.C.). The present town was established by Pravarasena II and …
Cuttack is also referred to as the millennium city of Odisha. The city is more than a thousand years old. It is also called the Silver City because it is world-famous for its silver filigree work. Also, it is referred to as the business capital of the state. It was the previous capital of Odisha …