Marwari Wedding – A Colorful And Traditional Occasion
Marwaris originated from the region of Marwar, now the modern day Jodhpur, in South Western Rajasthan, India. In the present…
MILLETS: FORGOTTEN FOOD GRAINS OF INDIA
Millets were cultivated some 10,000 years ago, even before cultivation of other grains began! Earlier it was consumed daily like…
KUMBAKONAM – LAND OF TEMPLES IN THE SOUTH
Kumbakonam is one of the many Temple Towns in South India. Numerous temples dot the Cityscape. The 150-year old Government…
CHENNAI MUSIC SEASON – MARGAZHI UTSAVAM
The rains and the cyclones that caused a lot of havoc in November have now subsided. The Migratory birds already…
The Golden spice Turmeric and its importance in Indian culture
Of late, Turmeric Lattes have become very popular in the US and across the globe. Instagram is filled with pictures…
Wedding rituals in Uttar Pradesh – A colorful occasion with emotions
Uttar Pradesh is famous for its dense population. In Uttar Pradesh, the wedding rituals are more. As the religious ceremonies…
The Badagas Tribes – A Community That Hails From South India
The tribes are residing throughout our country. They have a different culture, tradition, language and even food items. In every…
Christian wedding – A moment of bliss and romance
When we talk about Christian wedding, it is absolutely different from other weddings. Their weddings will be quite elegant. Indian…
Meelad un Nabi
There are a lot of festivals and celebrations observed by Indians within various states, cultures and religions. Meelad un Nabi…
Rituals in a Telugu Wedding – Steeped in tradition
Weddings are a grand affair in India. So are the marriages that conducted in the Telugu belt of South India. …
Dhenupureeswarar temple – 1000 year old Temple in Chennai Metropolis
The first thing you notice if walk on the roads of Chennai, is a small idol of Ganesh at small…
Jammu and Kashmir festivals
Jammu and Kashmir is the most beautiful part of the Indian Subcontinent. It is said that Kashmir is the heaven…
BANANA PLANT AND ITS SIGNIFICANCE TO INDIAN SOCIETY
Banana is a tropical plant that is grown in India, Latin America, Asia Pacific and Caribbean regions. The most common…
Madisar – 9 yards Sari worn by Tamil Brahmins
Madisar - 9 yards sari worn by TamBrahms Madisar or the Kosovam is the traditional nine yards garment/Sari of unstitched…
Agraharam – the traditional house of the Brahmins of South India
While visiting southern temples towns like Chidambaram, Thanjavur or Thiruvananthapuram, you must have seen many rows of similar looking houses…
Nikkah – The Muslim Wedding With Ecstasy And Fantasy
Muslims are living in all parts of the world. Even though they keep on changing themselves in dressing, food habits,…
5 oldest Universities In India
As we all know, India is one of the fastest growing economies in the world. The education system of India…
Famous Festivals of Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh is one of gorgeous state of India, placed in the northeast. The state is home to quite a…
The Holy Basil – Why Is Tulsi Plant Revered In India
Basil is a herb that comes from the Mint herb family. It is used for culinary purposes. A native of…
Eri Silk – The Fabric of Peace
Eri Silk also known by the names Errandi or Endi is mostly found in the North East of India. Eri…
Brass Utensils Used By South India In The Bygone Era
Recently my Mother-in-law got our attic cleaned. My In-laws have been in the same residence for the past 60 years.…
5 Amazing Hindu Festivals Celebrated in India
India is probably the only land where people belonging to different religions live with peace and harmony. It is because…
Heading To Panchgani? Do Stop By Devrai Art Village
If you are an art lover and for long is passionate about visiting an art village, then you can visit…
Fascinating Turbans of India – Royal Vibrant and Colorful
Headgear like clothing is part of Indian culture and tradition. Headgear is generally termed Turban in India. Turbans of India…
Yoga and Indian Culture
Yoga helps to bring a balance between our body and mind. We can term yoga as the science of better…
TODA EMBROIDERY – EXQUISITE DESIGNS IN RED AND BLACK
Art is found in every nook and corner of India. From the mountains to the plains; from the valleys to…
4 Dandiya Gigs That You Shouldn’t Miss This Year At Any Cost
Dandiya is a very amazing dance form of India. This is the traditional dance form of Gujarat. The people of…
Amar Chitra Katha – My Guide to Indian Mythology and History
Every house has a grandmother who is the narrator of ancient tales. My Grandmother also told me many tales of…
Kumbha mela – World’s largest religious festival
Kumbha Mela is a religious festival in India where Hindu followers come together and take bath in the holy river.…
Nagaland Hornbill Festival
Nagaland one of the most beautiful states in India placed at the Northeast. The state is very close to Myanmar.…
Sanskrit Language and Indian History
Sanskrit is one of the oldest languages in India. It is known as the theoretical language of Hinduism, Jainism, Sikhism,…
8 Most Unusual Rituals And Festivals Of India
India is a country with a variety of customs and festivals. It is because there are many religions followed in…
Goan Culture – A Blend of East and West
Goa is a small state in India which is famous for its beaches. It is also known as the ‘Rome…
Tamil Language – India’s Oldest Language
India is a country with many cultures and languages. As per the studies, there are more than 20 languages spoken…
A universal Indian Wedding
Let’s face it. Marriages are made in heaven, but their execution can be quite an uphill task, especially if you…
The Kanchipuram Sari – Buy one this Diwali
Kanchipuram Sari is to south what Banaras Sari is to the north of India. Both Saris have the similar attributes…
Top Places That Should Be Marked By Dandiya Lovers In Mumbai
If you are someone who loves the Dandiya dance, then you must be on the lookout for these positions in…
The Dargahs Of India – Visit Them To Enjoy The Cultural Heritage
Dargahs are shrines built over the graves of Sufi saints or dervishes. Dargahs are also associated with Sufi hostels or…
Navrathri celebrations in Tamil Nadu
Navrathri means nine nights. It is a festival of nine nights which is devoted to Goddess Shakti, the powerful depiction…
Buddhism in India
Buddhism was one of the most popular religions around the world once. Siddhartha Gautama was the person who became Buddha,…
Kerala Temple Dance – Krishnanattam and Arjuna Nritham
Kerala, God’s Own Country, has a unique culture and tradition which it has managed to keep alive through the centuries.…
Thiruvathira – When women fast for brothers, husband and sons
The Thiruvathira star that comes in the month of Dhanu is celebrated by the women of Kerala for their brothers,…
The Importance of Navagrahas (in temples)
Navagraha means the 9 planets. These are not the nine planets in the solar system; here we are talking about…
Good Old Traditions Of South India
Time flies quick and good old traditions are flying quicker. Though we learn to disregard senseless beliefs and sentiments, we…
Valluvar Kottam – An Urban Take on Heritage
Valluvar Kottam is a beautiful monument dedicated to the medieval poet Thiruvalluvar and is located amidst the busy Chennai city.…
The Dance of Ghosts – Kummattikkali
Kerala’s rich culture has always amused the tourists and traders visiting the state. During the festivities, the art-lovers can explore…
The Unique Architecture of the Temples of Kerala
Kerala is known as God’s Own Country, thanks to the blessed nature and abundant resources showered across this small land…
The Guruvayoor Lord Krishna Temple
Guruvayoor Temple is located at Guruvayoor town in Trichur district of Kerala. This temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna, one…
Tanjore – Temples, Paintings and more
Tanjore is one of the famous cities in Tamil Nadu. It is known as the Cultural capital of Tamil Nadu.…
Rishikesh – A Peaceful Destination By The Side Of Ganga
Rishikesh is a place located in Dehradun district in Uttarakhand state of North India. Rishikesh is maintained by the municipal…
Rock Music And Traditional Culture Of India
It is scarcely known to all that the North Eastern frontier of the Indian Sub-continent is extremely musical, and not…
Worshiping Dhanwanthari – The God of Medicines
Dhanwanthari is the God of Medicines according to Hindu belief. He is worshipped for the well-being and health of family…
Malana: The Best Kept Secret Of Himachal Pradesh
As I was beginning to write this article, media outlets were reporting that the Himachali village of Malana, a name…
Ganesh Chaturthi – Celebrating the Elephant God
Vinayak Chaturthi or Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival of Lord Ganesha, in which the celebrations last for 10 days.…
Aattukal Pongala – A Festival Exclusively for Women
Aattukal Pongala is the largest women gathering festival in Trivandrum. The Attukal Bhagavathy temple, in the capital city of Kerala…
Ayurveda – Nature’s Own Cure in Kerala
Ayurvedic treatments sprouted in this pristine land of India around 5000 years back. It is known as the most ancient…
Celebrating Muslim Dance Forms – Duff Muttu and Oppana
Since the 7th century, Kerala has the influence of Islam from Arab nations. Since then Islam mingled and assimilated to…
Ottam Thullal and Chakyar Koothu – A story of performance, revenge and satire!
Chakyar Koothu is a traditional art form of Kerala. It is a satirical solo performance where the performer narrates Hindu…
Karkkidakam – The Holy Month of Ramayana and Ayurveda
The days from mid-July to mid-August are considered as the month of Karkkidakam in Kerala. Karkkidakam is celebrated as the…
A brief on the Bengali traditional outfits and its appeal
The hues of the Bengali culture The best places, where you will get a glimpse of the Bengali culture and…
The Prolonged Culture Of Bengali Theatre
The Bengal of the year 1880, which was no less than a bejeweled crown of the British colonial rulers, saw…
Vishu – An Auspicious Start to a Harvest Season
April officially marks the beginning of summer in Kerala. The schools are usually closed for 2 months starting April. The…
Thrissur Pooram – A festival of Elephants, Colours and Fireworks
Pooram is a one-day temple festival celebrated annually across Kerala. It is considered very auspicious and celebrated in a grand…
Kalarippayattu – Kerala’s Own Martial Art
Kalarippayattu is a 3000-year old martial art originated from Kerala. Chekavars from the Theyya community were considered as the forefathers…
The Hornbill Festival: Nagaland’s Festival Of Festivals
In the first week of December, when the weather is just right for travel in India, if you are looking…
When Man Becomes God – Theyyam
Theyyam belongs to the Northern Malabar area. It is a Hindu temple ritual predominantly performed in Kolathunadu in Kasarkode, Kannur,…
Onam – Welcoming Mahabali, the Virtuous Ruler
Onam is considered as the Malayalam New Year. The Malayalam calendar starts with the month of Chingam, the month in…
A Complete Guide to Enjoying a Tamil Brahmin Wedding!
Everyone knows that a typical Tamil Brahmin wedding would take anywhere from 2 to 4 days of celebrations with numerous…
Unknown Facts About the Varnas or the caste system of India
If you look into the history of the India, then the existence of the classism can be noticed prominently. The…
Where Snakes And Tigers Dance – An Insight into Kerala Culture
Have you seen a Snake dance? That too, on a colorful platform set with organic Rangoli? Have you seen tigers…
Local Brews Of India
Local Alcohol from different parts of India IMFL is a term that explains it all. IMFL is an abbreviation for…
Celebrating The New Years In India
Celebrating the New Year in India The New Year is a very painful time. All the revelry of New Years…
Karwa Chauth – The festival of love
Karwa Chauth - The festival of love India is a land of festivals, rituals and umpteen number of…
What it means to be a Rajput Lady in Rajasthan
Rulers, Royalty, Rajasthan-the three words which are almost synonymous with the Rajput clan; a clan of warriors from the western…
Interesting Facts Of The Celebration Of Neel Shasthi In Bengal
Neel Shasthi has a very emotional and a traditional value in the life of all Bengali Mothers, Many times an…
Secert Behind The Bengali Tradition Of Auspicious 14 Busted
Auspicious 14 holds a very special place in hearts of every Bengali, apart from the special place this tradition also plays…
Poila Boishakh The Ultimate Say Of Celebration For All Bengalis
Shubho Naboborsho'r Priti o Shubhechcha Poila Baisakh, the ultimate day of Celebration for all Bengalis. As the name referes, 'Poila' meaning…
Saraswati Puja The Celebrate The Season Of Love In The Bong Way
Expression of Love, is an emotion to be expressed aloud (at least sometimes),it is always delightful to be loved. In…
Ugadi New Beginning With Properities And Happiness
Celebration has always been a highlight in India and when it is to begin a new year, the celebration is…
Punjabi Wedding and Traditional Rituals
Punjabi weddings are well-known for their splendour and flashiness. They are organised lavishly and celebrated with full vivacity. To rejoice…
Langar, An Age Old Tradition Practiced In Sikhism
A monotheistic religion which is called Sikhism is believed to have been originated in the region of Punjab during the…
Magical legend of Jammu Kashmir Lifestyle and Culture
Are you wishing to discover really something about the Kashmir Lifestyle and Culture as well as the tradition behind the…
Asia’s Cleanest Village Mawlynnong In Meghalaya
When I say Asia's Cleanest Village which pictures your mind instantly starts clicking to? No No don’t go to Singapore…
7 Things To Know About And Do In Kolkata’s Durga Puja
Durga Puja is that time of the year, when you would be seeing a different sight of Kolkata. Trust me…
Hundi In Indian Temples: A Symbol Of Faith & Belief
Our country is a land of mixed cultures and traditions in true sense, here many religions grow, withstand and flourish.…
Lord Shiva: The God Of Destruction
Lord Shiva or Bhole nath is believed to be the most powerful God in Hinduism. He is called by several…
Ashada Masam : The Inauspicious Month For The Hindus
The Hindu religion in our country is full of stories, rituals, myths and beliefs just like the other religions in…
Breaking Coconut: An Essential Offering In All Hindu Rituals
One of the most common practice of the Hindus in India is breaking the coconuts in front of all their…
Laad Bazaar Hyderabad: The Market For Radiant Bangles
The Laad Bazaar also popularly known as the Choodi Bazar is an immensely popular market in Hyderabad. The popularity if…
Eating With Hands: An Etiquette Of Indian Dining
Today as our society is become more western, eating food with bare hands is getting mis-perceived too. People consider it…
Rangoli
Rangoli- a traditional form of Indian artwork drawn at the site of any auspicious function like wedding, ritualistic worship, or…
Bangles- The identity of every Indian Bride
India is a country well known for its unique culture and traditions. The tradition of wearing ornaments in our country…
Indian Wedding – The Racial Extravaganza
Indian wedding other called to be the “Vivaah means superior dedication “ is the ancient custom that represents majesty, ritual,…
Saptapadi
An Indian Wedding is an experience or if you will an adventure, not a function or a party, but an…
Bangles & Married Women: An Inseparable Connection
I grew up seeing my mom wearing those beautiful glass bangles, never in my life I saw her with bare…
Bindi: The Great Indian forehead art
Bindi, a colorful and traditional red circular dot worn by the Indian women on their forehead. It is one of…
VallamKali – A traditional culture of Kerala
Onam is an important festival in Kerala, every year during harvest period this festival is celebrated in a grand way.…
Festival of light with earthen diyas
Diyas are essential part of Indian festivals and closely associated with the Hindu and Jain religion/ tradition. One cannot find…
The rise and rise of Marathi cinema
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard of a Marathi movie called Sairat which has broken all…
Divergent India With Divergent Bridal Attires
India can be defined as the land of diverse religions and culture. Our country is full of different colours which…