Have you ever wondered why our cities have new names today compared to long ago? Different known cities like Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai had some other names in the past. Just like people and places change over time, so do the names of cities. In this article, we will discuss…
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Elaborating why India is called a Subcontinent
Have you ever looked at a map of the world and seen how different India is from other countries while all others are at least connected? Before we understand why India is called a subcontinent, here is an interesting story: In Morocco, adventurer Ibn Battuta left in search of adventure….
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites India List
India has a rich cultural and natural heritage, with sites recognized for their diverse history, architecture, traditions, and more. Forty-two sites inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites India List are dotted across different regions of the country. We journey across India to discover some of its most celebrated World…
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Golconda Fort Architecture: Everything You Should Know About
Golconda Fort in Hyderabad is one of the best architectural jewels of India. It is on the city’s western side and still attracts tourists worldwide. Thanks to its jaw-dropping architecture that is still amusing, people from the last six centuries! The Golconda fort is famous for its advanced level of…
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Konark Sun Temple: History, Significance, Timing & Images
The Sun temple of Konark is a majestic construction that stands alive as proof of ancient Indian architecture. One of the famous tourist places in Odisha and India, the Konark Sun Temple seems as mysterious as magnificent it is. Interestingly, the Jagannath Puri Temple, Konark Temple, and the Lingaraja temple…
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Mahabalipuram Temple- 15 Incredible Facts You Should Know
Mahabalipuram Temple is located near Chennai in Tamil Nadu. It is also known as the Shore Temple. The whole structure is constructed using granite. This beautiful structure was built during 700-128 AD. The Shore Temple has got its name as “Seven Pagodas” which indicates the existence of 7 temples from…
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What is Brihadeeswara Temple and Brihadeeswara Temple Facts
Brihadeeswara Temple is a world-renowned Hindu temple located in Thanjavur of Tamil Nadu state. The temple is devoted to Lord Shiva. It is also known as Rajarajeshwara temple or Peruvudaiyar Kovil. The temple has a massive colonnaded prakara (corridor) and one of the largest Shiva lingas in India. Brihadeeswara Temple consists of…