Tag: ganga
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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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Sneak peek into life at the ghats of Banaras

Ganga is much more than a river, it’s a symbol of India’s ancient culture and heritage. When the earliest men arrived at the Indian subcontinent, they settled along the banks of this river and since then, the Ganga river is inextricably linked to India’s past, present, and future. Empires flourished and perished on its banks,…
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Exploring Haridwar: A quest of divine bliss

Haridwar, associated with both Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu, is one of the seven holiest places in Hinduism. It is one of the four places to host Kumbh Mela which witnesses around 10 crore people making it the largest religious congregation in the world. Pilgrims and tourists visit Haridwar throughout the year to take a…
