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Thiruvananthapuram is the southernmost district of Kerala. It is also the state capital. A historic place, Thiruvanthapuram attracts tourists from all over the world. The city has famous temples, monuments, lovely beaches and emerald...
Kerala has numerous temples. They are not exactly famous for their majestic architecture or brilliant sculptures. They are purely places of worship. They attract the devotee, not the tourist. Kerala temples are also known for...
Every year on the first of Malayalam month Thulam, Rayiranellur Hill near Pattambi becomes a busy pilgrim spot. Thousands trek to the top of the hill on this day seeking the blessings of Goddess...
Diwali celebrations officially begin with Dhanteras or Dhantrayodashi. Hindus celebrate the first day of Diwali by worshipping Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Kubera, the god of wealth. Lakshmi is the goddess of wealth, prosperity and...
If Munnar is on your wish list, 2018 is the best year to visit it. This hugely popular hill station in Kerala is getting ready for the next flowering reason of Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes Kunthiana)....
Diwali is actually a five day festival. In fact, the festivities last well over a week. One of the main reasons that make Diwali so special is that it has got something for everyone....
Diwali or Deepavali is the festival of lights. It is unarguably the biggest Indian festival and is celebrated in almost all parts of the country. Navratri is the only other festival celebrated throughout India....
The Kollur Mookambika Temple, one of the most famous Durga temples in South India, attracts thousands of devotees during Navratri. In 2017, Navratri celebrations begin on September 21 and conclude on September 30. Celebrations...
River Souparnika figures prominently among the holy rivers of India. It flows through the Kundapur Taluk in the South Indian state of Karnataka. For millions of devotees of Maa Durga, Souparnika is a holy...
The temple town of Chidambaram is an important tourist place located in central Tamil Nadu. Here is a quick overview of major tourist attractions in and around Chidambaram. Nataraja Temple in Chidambaram The Nataraja...