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Sabarimala follows several unique traditions. Before visiting the temple, pilgrims are required to observe austerities for 41 days. They are required to take two baths a day (in the morning and in the evening...
Another Mandalam season is here. Starting November 16, devotees will start flocking to Sabarimala seeking the darshan of their favorite deity Ayyappan. Ayyappan is a unique deity in many aspects; so is his temple...
Gir Wildlife Sanctuary in Gujarat attracts thousands of visitors from all over the world. The chief attractions of this sanctuary are the mighty Asiatic lions. Visit Sasan Gir this winter to see the big...
This year, Diwali, the mother of all Hindu festivals, will be celebrated on October 29. Diwali is a five day festival celebrated in the month of October or November. The festival begins on the...
The Mahaganapathi Temple at Ongallur is one of the 32 Thali temples in Kerala. The date of origin of the temple is not known but it is widely regarded as one of the oldest...
Uyyavandha Perumal Temple at Thirumittacode is one of the oldest temples in Kerala. It is about 4 kilometers from Pattambi, a small town in the Palakkad district of Kerala. The temple situated on the...
If you are interested in Indian culture or Indian festivals, Navratri is the best time to visit India. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Gujarat to West Bengal, the entire country wears a festive mood...
The Naga Raja Temple at Pambadi, Thiruvillwamala is one of the most important serpent temples in Palakkad district. There are no idols here. While this is a temple dedicated to the Serpent god, the...
Thiruvazhiyodu Shiva Temple at Sreekrishnapuram is one of the most important temples in the Palakkad district of Kerala. This temple is older than 1000 years. It is believed to have been built on a...
The Sree Rama Swami Temple on the banks of Karimpuzha at Sreekrishnapuram, Palakkad district is famous as the Ayodhya of the South. The presiding deity is Lord Ram. Devotees believe that Karimpuzha on whose banks...