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Soan Papdi=Diwali!
Sweet moments, sweeter bites—Soan Papdi delights every time. Long before glossy chocolate hampers and imported pralines took over Diwali shelves, in the narrow lanes of Old Delhi, Agra, …
The ritual of Abhyanga snan on Naraka Chaturdashi!
In Hindu tradition, Krishna is said to have taken an oil bath (Abhyanga Snana) immediately after slaying the demon Narakasura to cleanse himself of the blood and grime of battle, symbolizing purifica…
Oktoberfest celebrations !
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…
The festival of the divine golu dolls!
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…
The Aunt's offering!
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…
King of Puri! 'The foremost servant of Jagannath'
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…