Navarathri celebrations in Kerala
Navarathri (nine nights) celebrations in Kerala are unique in many ways. Here the focus is on learning new skills. In Kerala, the festival is celebrated for ten days. In 2016, it will be celebrated...
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Everything you need to know about Durga Puja celebrations in 2016
Durga Puja, an important part of the Navratri festival, celebrates the Mother Goddess (Durga). She is the supreme deity for Hindus. Each god and goddess of the Hindu Pantheon had contributed a certain portion...
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...
Pulikali 2016
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: How the Hindu festival Navratri is celebrated
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...
Popular Navratri Legends
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 to host noiseless fireworks display in September 17, 2016
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...
Munnar gets Cowboy Park
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...
Velliyamkallu Heritage Park, Thrithala, Palakkad
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...
Athirappally and Vazhachal Waterfalls
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....