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In the southern part of Hyderabad lies the ancient Karmanghat Hanuman Temple, a site that dates back to the 12th century. The name of the locality, Karmanghat, translates to “harden your heart”. The story is tied to a centuries-old tale…
On the banks of the Ganga at Lalita Ghat stands the Nepali Mandir, also known as the Kathwala Temple, a striking reminder of Nepalese culture in Varanasi. This temple was commissioned in the early 19th century by King Rana Bahadur…
The Mrityunjay Mahadev Temple in Varanasi is a revered shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as Mrityunjay, the conqueror of death. The name comes from the Sanskrit words mrityu (death) and jaya (victory), symbolizing Shiva’s power to shield…
Holi, one of the most vibrant festivals celebrated across India, marks the arrival of spring and symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. Known as the Festival of Colors, Holi has deep roots in Hindu mythology and rich cultural traditions.…
The Doms is a community whose presence is inseparable from Varanasi’s cremation ghats. For centuries, they have overseen cremations at Manikarnika and Harishchandra, the two principal burning ghats on the Ganga. Their work is ritually central: arranging wood, building pyres,…
Situated at Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi, the Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple is famous for its dramatic nine-degree tilt, which exceeds that of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, who is worshipped as Ratneshwar Mahadev, it is also called…
Hidden within the narrow lanes of Varanasi is the Kala Bhairava Temple, where Shiva is worshipped in his fiercest form. The name “Kala Bhairava” translates as time, death, and the color black, signifying the truth that all beings are subject…
Bheem, a humble potter, was an ardent devotee of Lord Venkateswara. Though his heart longed to visit the Lord’s temple at Tirumala, his meager earnings and daily toil kept him bound to his modest hut. Yet, his devotion never wavered.…
Harishchandra Ghat in Varanasi is one of the city’s oldest cremation grounds. It is named after the legendary king Harishchandra, whose life is remembered as a symbol of uncompromising truth. According to ancient texts, Harishchandra ruled the kingdom of Ayodhya…