Kuchipudi is an important classical dance form of India, It originated in Andhra Pradesh. Although it originated in the seventeenth century, there is evidence showing it’s existence much before that time. This is a devotional dance for pleasing God. It derives its form from Sanskrit text Natya Shastra. Story Behind Kuchipudi It is said that […]
India has a rich dance-drama tradition. There are multitudes of dance forms practiced across various regions of India. Some of the dance forms are recognized as classical dances of India for their importance. These dances reflect the practices and customs of that particular region. Classical dances of India are performed to worship the deities and
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Clouds like cotton are floating above in a blue sky touching the great mountains. In the laps of these mountains, in the lush green meadows, underneath a willow tree, Radha is tickling lord Krishna’s feet with a white feather. Their long hair and their beautiful attire are fluid and translucent. They are just enough to
Feroz Shah Kotla is known for having one of the finest international cricket grounds in India. This cricket ground is the home ground of the IPL cricket team Delhi Daredevils. Apart from that, there is one thing about Feroz Shah Kotla that only some people know. Sultan Feroz Shah And Ferozabad Adjacent to the stadium,
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Due to the prevalence of diverse religions and communities, India has a huge number of festivals celebrated throughout the year. Every month the country has some festival to celebrate. These festivals are a unique way to know about the diverse culture and traditions that exist in this subcontinent. This is an experience that is possible
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Varanasi is a city filled with charm. It’s called the city of Lord Shiva. This holy city of India attracts a lot of international tourists. There are a lot of shrines, temples, and ghats which gives this city a serene and majestic vibe. Even an atheist will not be able to escape from falling in
Garba is an Indian folk dance that originated in the western state of Gujrat. This dance is an important part of religious traditions. The term Garba is derived from the Sanskrit word Garbha, which translates to ‘mother’s womb’. According to the Hindu religion, Goddess Durga is the mother of the whole universe. Hence, in Navratri
It is not unusual to witness an elaborate procession in India called Baraat, where everyone is dancing in their dazzling dresses. This sight involves a well-dressed groom adorned with jewelry riding on a white mare. You will find the well-groomed white mare wearing an embellished saddle. For adding life to the procession, a live band
In every prevailing society, there are numerous practices that can be traced back to the beginning of civilization. India, as one of the oldest civilizations of human history and perhaps the only one which is still flourishing in all its glory, is full of such practices. Among them is the applying of sindoor at the
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Undoubtedly, the revolt that happened in the year 1857 was India’s first War of Independence. Although, as expected, some British historians have tried to paint that revolt as “military mutiny” and a few even went on to give the revolt a communal angle. Nevertheless, the revolt ended the rule of East India Company if not
The tradition of pilgrimage existed throughout history, in majorly all the religions. It’s basically a journey undertaken to realize religious motives. Our ancient scriptures have reference to Hindu Pilgrimage. The Sanskrit and Hindi word for the pilgrimage is ‘Teertha yatra’. Pilgrimage has the basic purpose of the cultivation and teaching of religion and beliefs. Since
We all have heard about the kings and wars in Indian history. Various monuments, temples, mosques, and other ancient structures are living examples of the excellent architecture that existed through the decades. The history of Indian fashion is also an interesting area to explore. The hairstyles of Indian men and women continue to make their
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