The Great Living Chola Temples
There is no dearth of temples in Tamil Nadu. In fact, it is believed that almost 40,000 temples dot the sacred landscape of this Indian state. Tamil Nadu is, therefore, aptly called the ‘land of temples.’ Every royal dynasty which once ruled different parts of ‘Tamilakam’ undertook zealous temple–building projects, and their handiworks have added new dimensions to the […]
Brihadisvara Temple: The Astounding Chola Temple of Thanjavur
A trip to Tamil Nadu surely remains incomplete without paying a visit to the stunning Brihadisvara Temple. With its vimana literally touching the sky, this resplendent temple is regarded as an icon of the Tamil Dravida style of temple architecture. It was built by Rajaraja the Great and served as a symbol of the Chola imperial power. Since […]
Airavatesvara Temple: The Impressive Chola Shrine of Darasuram
In Tamil Nadu, you will stumble across temples at literally every bend of the road. Whether you visit a city, a town, or an otherwise run-of-the-mill village, you will find at least one temple at the heart of the settlement. Darasuram, located just 4 km away from the popular ‘tirtha’ Kumbakonam, is no exception. At […]
Tranquebar: A Magical Slice of Denmark in India
Tranquebar is a heady cocktail of tranquil sea and postcard-esque colonial structures. Nestled in the Coromandel coastline of Tamil Nadu, Tranquebar was originally called Tharangambadi. The word ‘Tharangambadi’ is poetic, which literally translates to ‘land of singing waves.’ With the gentle waves of the Bay of Bengal swaying along its coastline, Tharangambadi is truly where the […]
Unakoti: A Journey to the Lost Hill of Faces.
The north-eastern corner of India is brimming with wonderful sites. Each place here is a world in itself, unfolding a new magic each day. Tripura is no exception to this rule, and this northeastern state is home to a handful of fantastic spots. The mere mention of Tripura obviously broaches the name of Unakoti in its wake. […]
Neer Mahal: Tripura’s Mesmerizing Water Palace
Neer Mahal is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful destinations of Tripura. It is also one of the most popular places in this northeastern state. Interestingly, the Neer Mahal is one of the two water palaces found in India, the other being the Jal Mahal of Jaipur, Rajasthan. Though Rajasthan’s water palace is one of the […]
Cooch Behar Palace: The Magnificent Abode of Koch Rulers
The Cooch Behar Palace is one of the most popular attractions of West Bengal. It is also regarded as one of the most beautiful royal palaces of India. Located in the northern part of Bengal, the architecture of this regal palace was inspired by the norms of the Italian Renaissance. Surrounded by a lush garden adorned […]
Cossimbazar Rajbari: A Sublime Melange of Past & Present
Today, Cossimbazar is just another run-of-the-mill town, a hodgepodge of chock-a-block roads rigged with blaring vehicle horns, dusty lanes and by-lanes crammed with unplanned constructions, busy market areas as well as palatial mansions and temples dating back to the Nawabi era. Sandwiched between Murshidabad and Berhampore, the Cossimbazar of the present is a far cry […]
Chabimura: The Little-Known Archaeological Site of Tripura
Chabimura is an astonishing archaeological site of Tripura, which demonstrates the unique cultural and tribal heritage of northeastern India. In fact, India’s northeast is teeming with distinctive places that give visitors an out-of-the-world experience. Chabimura is home to a series of extraordinary rock-cut carvings of Hindu divinities, engraved on the hills that line the banks of […]
Tripura: The Perfect 7-day Itinerary
Tripura is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating states of India. Located in north-eastern India, it was called Kirata Desh or land of the Kirata in Mahabharata. The origin of the name Tripura is often linked with the Goddess Tripura Sundari, one of the state’s most esteemed deities. But, in all probability, the name ‘Tripura’ […]