The eight principles of Mahaveerji philosophy had one common objective – to improve quality of life. He preached that every soul is in bondage to karmic atoms accumulated by good and bad deeds since eternity and that in a state […]
Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary – Rajasthan Tourism
Surrounding the grand Kumbalgarh Fort is 578 square kilometers worth of protected forest area, known as the Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary. It extends over the Aravalli hills and covers parts of Rajsamand, Udaipur, and Pali districts. The wildlife here includes some […]
A Peek into Rajasthani Cuisine
Rajasthani cuisine is influenced by its imposing heritage and arid climatic condition. Food traditions within India differ from place to place basis the drastic geographical variations available here. In Rajasthan, the scarcity of water and the presence of a rich […]
The Origins of Jainism – Bhagwan Rushabhdev
The rise of Jainism is approximated to have occurred around the same time as the end of the Later Vedic period. With the rise of small kingdoms and a power struggle between the warrior class or the Kshatriyas and the […]
Gangaur – A Festival for Marital Bliss
A celebration of married bliss, Gangaur is celebrated in honour of Gauri or Parvati, the Hindu goddess of abundance. Parvati was the consort of Lord Shiva (also known as Gana) and is the epitome of virtue and fidelity in Hindu […]
Review: The Aodhi, Kumbalgarh
Some 80 odd kilometers northwest of Udaipur is Kumbalgarh, the 15th-century fortress built by the legendary Rana Kumbha. Situated some 3500 feet above sea level, the fortress was such that it provided a clear view of any armies forging towards them. […]
Palace on Wheels – A luxury tour of Rajasthan
Who doesn’t want to be treated like royalty? The ideas of wealth, luxury, and power associated with royal families have been romanticized in the minds of us common folk since time immemorial. Before the British rule, India was a collective […]
Ranakpur – The Upcoming Vacation Destination in Rajasthan
The Upcoming Vacation the destination is Ranakpur because, Over the last few years, there has been a definite boom in the travel industry in Ranakpur. The number of decent hotel rooms available in this small, sleepy town in Rajasthan has […]
The Elephant Festival, Jaipur, Rajasthan
It is impossible for any culture to ignore a creature as enormous and impressive as the elephant. In India, elephants have been regarded as precious and majestic since the Puranic era. The relevance of the Elephant in Hindu culture is […]
A History of the Ranakpur Tirth
[slideshow] The Jain temple Ranakpur known as the Ranakpur Tirth is an exquisite confluence of art, architecture, and religion. Spread over 48000 sq. feet, the temple is made of Sevali and Sonana (light coloured marble) stones and the high domes […]