Shree Rama Swami Temple at Triprayar
The Yadava dynasty to which Lord Krishna belonged perished 36 years after the Mahabharata war due to infighting. At around the same time Krishna left for his heavenly abode and his kingdom Dwaraka got...
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The Yadava dynasty to which Lord Krishna belonged perished 36 years after the Mahabharata war due to infighting. At around the same time Krishna left for his heavenly abode and his kingdom Dwaraka got...
They come in hundreds wearing bright paints all over their body, dance through the streets and entertain the thousands watching from either side of the road. Pulikali, a folk dance form, has been an...
Navratri (= nine nights) is the biggest Hindu festival. Yes, Diwali is important too, but there are at least a few Indian states where Diwali is not celebrated. By contrast, Navratri is celebrated all...
Navratri is a Hindu festival celebrated all over India. That is exactly what makes it so special. The entire nation plunges into a spiritual mood during these nine days. Navratri means nine nights. Keep...
Thekkinkadu Maidan which plays host to the celebrated Thrissur Pooram festival will host another celebration on September 17. The noiseless digital fireworks display will mark the conclusion of the Onam celebrations in Thrissur. It...
This Onam, you have yet another reason to visit Munnar. The Cowboy Park built by Fun Factory in collaboration with Kerala Hydel Tourism is now accessible to visitors. The amusement park offers a variety...
The Heritage Park at Velliyamkallu in Thrithala, Palakkad district is a nice place to take your kids out in the evening. The park is extremely close to the recently built Velliamkallu bridge cum regulator...
The majestic and picturesque waterfalls at Athirapally and Vazhachal are just five kilometers apart. Located on the edges of the Sholayar forest ranges, the twin falls are a major tourist attraction in the state....
The Malampuzha Dam and Gardens are a hugely popular one-day picnic destination in the Palakkad district of Kerala. This is the place where parents take their kids on a holiday. Schools in Palakkad and...
Ganesh Chaturthi is a 10-day festival celebrated in August/September every year. While it is celebrated all over India, Maharashtra is the epicenter of the festivities. What is Ganesh Chaturthi? Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated in...