Travelling To Varanasi? Here’s 7 incredible things you need to know
Even for seasoned travellers, Varanasi may be a challenging trip. You will have a complete culture shock there, and you won’t soon forget it. You will definitely feel something in this holy city, which will be both interesting and a roller coaster for your emotions. Expect the Unexpected This town is bizarre. Varanasi will not […]
7 reason why, you shouldn’t miss Dev Deepawali this year at Varanasi!
Dev Deepawali is observed in Varanasi fifteen days after Diwali on Kartik Poornima, the full moon of the Hindu month of Kartik. Dev Deepawali does not exist in a vacuum. It is observed on the final day of Ganga Mahotsav, which starts on Prabodhini Ekadashi (the eleventh day of the Kartik lunar month) […]
Where to do Pind Daan in Gaya? | Best Places to do Pind Daan in Gaya
The entire land of Gaya resonates with spiritual energy, making it the paramount destination for Pind daan. But why Gaya? Before we explore the specific holy spots within Gaya, let’s understand the foundation of its unique power. The Blessing of Gayasura: Why Gaya is Supreme for Pind Daan Our ancient Puranas tell a fascinating story […]
Gayaji Pind Daan – Cost of Pind Daan in Gaya
Gayaji Pind Daan is a ritual everyone should do every year or at least once in their lifetime, because Lord Vishnu has blessed the city and his footprint is still present in Vishnupad temple. Gaya, Bihar, is a city located in the Indian state of Bihar. It is one of the oldest and most sacred […]
12 Madhav | Dwadash Madhav | The Temples established by Lord Brahma
Lord Brahma’s Temples It is a religious belief that Lord Brahma established the Dwadash (12) Madhav at Prayagraj after the creation of the universe. The blessings of Kalpavas and a holy dip in Prayagraj’s Sangam are said to be gained only after circumambulating the 12 Madhav temples. The circumambulation of the 12 Madhav was done […]
What to Eat During Pitru Paksha | What not to eat during Pitru Paksha | Pitru Paksha 2023
Confused about what to eat during pitru paksha? Don’t worry we got you. This year, Pitru Paksha, which lasts for fifteen days, begins on September 10 and ends on the 25th. This time is revered as a time to give thanks to the spirits of our deceased ancestors. There are various dietary limitations in place […]
Pitru Paksha 2022 | Things to keep in mind | Shradh & Pind Daan
The Pitru Paksha is a Hindu ceremony in which Hindus pay honour to their ‘pitrs,’ or ancestors. It lasts 16 days during Krishna paksha, or the time between Purnima and Amavasya, in the month of Ashvin or Bhadrapada, according to the Hindu calendar. For three generations of ‘Pitrs,’ the Shraddha is performed. Reading sacred Hindu […]
Manglik Dosha | Mangal Dosha | The ill effects, Causes & Remedies | Before & After Marriage
According to astrology, if Mars is in the first, fourth, seventh, eighth, or twelfth position in a person’s horoscope, that person is suffering from Manglik Dosha. Manglik dosha is directly tied to marriage in Hinduism. Getting a Manglik married to a mangal is a good idea because it automatically terminates the Manglik Dosh. In general, […]
Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga | The Divine Home of Lord Shiva
The Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga, one of India’s 12 Jyotirlingas, is located in the historic city of Ujjain in the state of Madhya Pradesh. The Mahakaal lingam at this temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is believed to be self-manifest, drawing currents of Shakti (strength) from within itself. A towering spire (shikhara) with complex and magnificent carvings adorns […]
The 12 Jyotirlingas of India | The Sacred Shrines of Lord Shiva’s
Lord Shiva’s divine places, where he resides in many incarnations, are known as Jyotirlingas. This word’s meaning is similar to that of the previous one. ‘Jyoti’ means ‘light,’ also known as ‘radiance,’ and lingam or linga means sign,’ or ‘picture.’ Jyotirlinga literally means “Radiant Signs of Lord Shiva.” There are currently 12 primary Jyotirlingas […]