The whole area (Garhwal) was famous as Kedarkhand in the past as mentioned in the Skanda Purana. As per the Skanda Purana the area is named as Kubjamrak because here lord Vishnu appeared to Raibhya Rishi under a mango tree. Raibhya Rishi selected the place for his long penance (Tapasya or austerity) Lord Vishnu was […]
The area comprising the present Kanniakumari district was a part of the erstwhile Travancore state. In 1835, when the state was divided in to Northern and Southern divisions , this area formed part of Southern division and was placed in the charge of Dewan Peishkar, Kottayam. In July 1949, when the United States of Travancore […]
Erstwhile a peaceful, old-fashioned town, the quaint city of Srinagar, better known for its serene lakes and beautiful boathouses, has been home to millions of migratory birds. A real paradise on earth, the beauty of Srinagar is not just trammeled to its scenic locales but extends to its rich history too. Both the Hindu and […]
The city is more than 400 years old and is noted for its many mosques, temples, minarets, bazaars, and beautiful geography. It lies on the Deccan (Dakkan) plateau, 541 meters (1776 feet) above sea level, and sprawls over an area of 260 km² (100 mile²). A multitude of influences have shaped the character of the […]
The History of the Shimla is very exciting. It is located on the lower Himalayas. Shimla is at an elevation of about 7500 feet above sea level. Shimla is bounded by Mandi and Kullu in the north, Kinnaur in the east, the state ofUttrakhand in the south, Sirmaur, district in the west. The topology of the district is rocky […]
History of Delhi enumerates a saga of various dynasties like the Mughals, Khilji and Tuglaks who once ruled this city. The first ever evidence of Delhi can be traced back to the times of Mahabharata in 1400 BC when it was known by the name of Indraprastha. However, it is said that Anagpal Tomar first laid […]
The history of Agra bears testimony to the city’s glorious past. Agra is visited by many who love to explore the rich history and culture of the city. The early reference to the history of Agra can be traced in the famous epic Mahabharata where the city has been called “Agravana”. Prior to this source, […]
The name Chandigarh is the summation of two words – ‘Chandi’ and ‘Garh’. The word chandi is derived from the name of a Hindu deity called Chandi after the Chandi Mandir (or shrine) in the region. The second half of the name has been taken from the fort located close to the Chandi temple. After Indian […]