Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
Storyteller, Quizzer, Marcom Pro.
The ritual of offering oil to Shani Deva, the deity representing the planet Saturn, has its roots in both mythology and astrological tradition. One of the most popular legends appears in certain retellings of the Ramayana and later folk traditions,…
The Bobbili Veena is a musical instrument from Andhra Pradesh, prized for its rich tonal depth and craftsmanship. Its origins trace to the 17th century in the town of Bobbili, where the royal family, particularly under Pedda Rayudu, nurtured Carnatic music and veena-making,…
Mumbai, India’s bustling financial hub, carries a history as layered as its skyline. Its name traces back to the Koli fishermen, the earliest known inhabitants of the region, who worshipped the local goddess Mumba Devi. The settlement that grew around…
The sweet lime (Citrus limetta) traveled across continents before becoming the familiar mosambi of India. Its origins trace back to Mozambique, where Portuguese traders first encountered the fruit and brought it to India’s west coast. There it became mosambi, a local…
Filigree refers to delicate ornamental work made with fine wires of gold, silver, or other metals, twisted or curled into intricate patterns. It is used in jewelry, decorative objects, and architectural details, and can also describe anything resembling such lacy…
Tholu Bommalata, literally “leather puppet show” when translated from Telugu, is a centuries-old shadow puppetry tradition from Andhra Pradesh. Believed to have originated during the Satavahana period and flourishing under the Vijayanagara empire, it served as a powerful medium for…
The Kovil idli served at the Varadaraja Perumal Temple in Kanchipuram is steeped in ritual, flavor, and history. Unlike the soft, fluffy idlis found across South India, this temple version—also known as Kanchipuram idli—is larger, firmer, and richly spiced. It…
Kolhapuri chappals are handcrafted leather sandals known for their intricate design and rich cultural heritage. Originating from Kolhapur, Maharashtra, their history dates back to the 12th and 13th centuries, when regional rulers such as King Bijjala and his prime minister…
The side of the road people drive on varies across the world due to historical practices. In ancient times, traveling on the left was common. Most people were right-handed, and passing on the left allowed them to keep their sword…