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October 3, 2022

The Ramayana Trail: 8 Ancient Places from Ramayana in Modern-Day India

Diwali, or the Festival of Lights, is primarily observed to commemorate Lord Ram’s return to his kingdom in Ayodhya. It’s also fascinating to see how the legend of Ramayana is intertwined with locations across the country.

October 2, 2022

11 Unique Diwali Rituals in Different Parts of India

Diwali is celebrated with grandeur throughout India. Learn about the unique Diwali rituals performed by different communities in India.

September 24, 2022

The Ashram the Beatles left behind in India

In the early 1960s, the iconic band, The Beatles, travelled to India to meditate and collaborate on several songs on the legendary White Album. And it was at Chaurasi Kutia, also known as the Beatles Ashram. This is where one of music’s greatest works ever was written.

September 23, 2022

Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival – India’s pink paradise

Shillong has established the Cherry Blossom Festival from November 24th to 26th to commemorate seasonal blossoming and indulge in leisure.

September 6, 2022

Visit the First Alcohol Museum of India!

The All About Alcohol (AAA) Museum in the beach town of Candolim, Goa is India’s first alcohol museum with exhibits dating back to the 1940s.

August 30, 2022

Indian Music Experience Museum – Tracing India’s Music History

If you want a more in-depth answer about the origin of music in India, the Indian Music Experience (IME), a museum in Bengaluru, is the place to learn about music’s history and the people who make it.

August 16, 2022

Pretha Kalyanam – The Marriage of the Dead

They say marriages are made in heaven, except that these marriages are for those who are already in heaven. It is known as ‘pretha kalyanam’ (ghost marriage) and is still practised by several communities in Karnataka and Kerala’s Kasaragod district.

August 8, 2022

Vallam Kali – The Ancient Festival of Boat Racing

In layman’s terms, Vallam Kali is a boat race that is usually conducted during the harvest festival – Onam. It is the umbrella term for boat races held in Kerala.

April 19, 2022

Haats and Bazaars, Local Experiences and the Culture of Odisha

Nestled between the sun-kissed beaches of the Bay of Bengal and the dense forests of the Eastern Ghats, the culture of Odisha is aesthetically rejuvenating.

March 23, 2022

Top Things to Do in Tawang – A complete Travel Guide

Sitting in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas, Tawang Valley is a highlight of Arunachal Pradesh. With its tranquil environment, unsullied nature, and rich cultural heritage, the ancient town of Tawang is a handful for the true explorer.