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Oktoberfest celebrations !

Sept. 30, 2025, 3:28 p.m.

In the hills of Bavaria, something exciting has been brewing: Oktoberfest! Germany’s largest ‘volksfest’ is celebrating its 190th year, so just grab your pretzel and put on your dir…

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The festival of the divine golu dolls!

Sept. 26, 2025, 6:26 p.m.

Golu dolls are an essential part of the Hindu Navaratri festival in South India, where they are arranged on tiered steps as a festive display. The Golu serves as a way to invite the divine energies d…

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The Aunt's offering!

July 3, 2025, 11:43 a.m.

The Ardhashini temple is situated on the Grand Road (Bada Danda) in Puri, roughly midway between the Jagannath Temple and the Gundicha Temple.Ardhasini is the name of the goddess, believed to have sa…

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King of Puri! 'The foremost servant of Jagannath'

July 2, 2025, 1:52 p.m.

Crowds always flock to witness Rath Yatra In Puri Jagannath Dham.This grand festival, celebrated for over centuries,draws millions of devotees and tourists from around the world.   The Gajapati…

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Mahakumbh 2025: A Journey of Faith, Fervor, and Fusion of Tradition and Technology

Feb. 27, 2025, 1:08 p.m.

A massive sea of pilgrims took a holy dip at Prayagraj on #MahaShivratri, as the 45-day #MahaKumbh came to an end, amidst chants of 'Har Har Mahadev'. A record 66 crore people from every echelon o…

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Maha Shivratri and the Cosmic Lunar Dance of Shiva

Feb. 17, 2025, 7:31 a.m.

Maha Shivratri and the Cosmic Lunar Dance of Shiva The Night of Awakening Maha Shivratri, meaning "The Great Night of Shiva," is one of the most significant festivals in Hindu tradition, celebrated…