Tag: Char dham
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Reflections on the Ganges at Gangotri
Human civilizations flourished and perished on the banks of rivers. Given the pivotal role of rivers in fostering civilizations. Ganga is intertwined with the Hindu way of life. Ganga who descended on the earth to liberate us now needs liberation herself, but are we as kind as her?
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I complete Char Dham yatra at Dwarkadheesh temple in Gujarat
The melodies of a distant shenai are wafting in the air, I hear the drumbeats. I lift my head and I see a large maroon flag sweeping the blue sky. It’s striking, splendid; connoting majesty !!! There is a bustle around me, a sense of urgency, people are rushing in a direction. I join them. As I…
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Badrinath Dham: Where god rests in the lap of the Himalayas
After spending 3 days in Uttarakhand and visiting Haridwar, Rishikesh, Dera Dun and Mussoorie it was time for us to head to New Delhi and then back home. What a trip it had been.. But its over now.. Back to mundane life 😦 Ohh wait.. Over? Really?? From this end starts the story of another voyage…
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Visiting the Third Dham at Rameshwaram
India is a land of age old cultures and traditions and as an Indian, I feel proud of our ancient culture. The artistry of ancient temples and forts have always allured me more than visiting hill stations and beaches. As an ardent follower and explorer of Hinduism, I love travelling to famous temples, exploring the legends and folktales these…
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