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Since childhood, we all have heard about sacred rivers of Indian civilisation from our parents and grandparents. Among all the rivers, the Saraswati River is one of the most crucial and holds high importance. Unfortunately, many scholars and historians consider the Saraswati River as a myth; they claim that the river never existed. Even Wikipedia refer to the river as a deified mythological river.   Today, several beliefs prevail on the Saraswati River. Let us uncover those beliefs and try to understand the river’s existence in modern India.  Vedic References: The mention of the Saraswati river is found in Vedic scriptures. The name has been mentioned in the Vedas, especially the Rig Veda. The Saraswati River was among the few rivers that Hindus used to worship in ancient times. Ancient Hindu Scriptures mention that the Saraswati River was situated between the Yamuna and the Sutlej river. Identification with the Ghaggar River: Many claim that the present-day Ghaggar Riv...

Imagine yourself setting foot at the entrance of the temple that carries the spiritual aura within your heart. The sound of distant bells, the sight of ancient stones weathered by centuries of devotion, and the scent of incense fill your mind and heart with devotion.  It is a story of a temple that remained covered with snow for around 400 years and survived devastating floods and landslides in 2013. The temple has never failed to astonish scientists, geologists, and its devotees.  Here I am taking you to one of the oldest dharmic sthalas, Kedarnath Temple, located in the midst of an awe-inspiring view of a city named Rudraprayag.  The Kedarnath Temple is a celestial abode dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the paramount dhams nestled in the heart of the Garhwal Himalayas at the height of 3,584 meters and near the source of the Mandakini River. The temple is one of the significant temples among the 12 Jyotir Lingams, the Panch Kedars and the sacred Chota Char Dham Yatr...

Are you looking for a pilgrimage site in Kolkata? Kalighat is one of them, a popular destination for both locals and tourists seeking spiritual solace and cultural exploration. Amidst the bustling streets and vibrant culture lies a sacred haven - the Kalighat Temple. Let's dive into the history and mythology this temple stands for.  History The origins of the Kalighat Temple can be traced back to the 15th century. According to the legend, the temple was built at the spot where the toes of the right foot of Goddess Sati fell during Lord Shiva's dance of destruction, the Tandava, making the temple one of the 51 Shaktipeethas. The Shakti here is known as Dakshina Kalika. Therefore, this temple is considered one of the holiest places, and each day thousands of devotees come here to worship Goddess Kali.   Rituals and Festivals Devotees consider Tuesdays and Saturdays as auspicious days to worship Kali. Other than these two days, she is worshipped during the Vipad Tarini Vrat,...

Dear readers, which university comes to mind when you hear the world's oldest and greatest university? Oxford or Cambridge or any other Western universities? Here I will talk about India's ancient and greatest universities that produce the world's most renowned mathematicians, and astronomers of all time. Let's explore history and destruction and captivating stories and facts about Nalanda University, also known as Nalanda Mahavihara. Founded By The story of Nalanda University dates back to the 3rd century when Kumaragupta I established the Nalanda Mahavihara. Nalanda is the combination of three Sanskrit words Na-Alam-Da, meaning the 'Unstoppable flow of knowledge' . This prestigious university was located in the Indian state of Bihar.    Construction When it comes to construction, Nalanda University was one of the masterpieces of the Gupta period. As people from across the world visit there, the university has residents and student dorms. It has high walls wi...