Every ten years, Goa reverberates with spiritual fervor as the decennial exposition of the sacred relics of St. Francis Xavier, affectionately called "GõychoSaib," takes place from November 21, 2024, to January 5, 2025, Goa will pulsate with spiritual fervor as pilgrims from far and wide both domestic and international would...

The International Film Festival of India (IFFI), founded in 1952,is one of the most significant film festivals in Asia. Conducted jointly by the Directorate of Film Festivals and the State Government of Goa, the festival has been organized in various cities in the past like Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Madras, Goa,...

The term for the festival used by the Noctes in their dialect “Loku” is derived from “Lofe” (to drive out) and “Rang-Ku” (season). Thus “Loku” literally means to drive out the old season of the year. It is celebrated in some villages during the month of July/August and in some...

The Sangai festival is the most awaited festival in Manipur. This annual festival is named after the state animal, the Sangai or the brow antlered deer found only in Manipur. Started in the year 2010, the festival aims to showcase Manipur’s rich cultural heritage and indigenous tradition which is still...

A festival like no other! Step aside from the hustle leave behind the mundane… take an unforgettable journey into the heart of Shekhawati… a journey beyond your imagination.Explore fascinating crafts of the desert land chat with the artisans and try your hand at the folk instruments. Take a relaxed walk...

Borbheti was established by Astabhuj in the year 1768. It is a pilgrimage site situated at Malow field, Jorhat. Na-Laguwa Utsav is prime festival where lakhs of pilgrims gathers from different places of Assam. The festival 'Na-Loguwa' celebrated by Ahom community 1700 since century. It is celebrated for two days....

Humayun's Tomb Walk: Discover Mughal Splendor by Moonlight Experience the magic of Mughal architecture under the night sky with our Raat Ke Afsane: Humayun's Tomb Walk. Discover the serene gardens and the illuminated mausoleum of Humayun's Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Marvel at the blend of Persian and Indian...

Step into the heart of Nizamuddin Basti, where history, love, and music intertwine in a captivating tapestry. Our signature heritage walk, "Ishq, Mushq Aur Mausiki," invites you to explore this historic neighborhood, known for its rich cultural legacy and spiritual significance. As you stroll through its narrow lanes, you'll discover...

Discover the latest hotspot in Delhi nestled within the historical Mehrauli Archaeological Park. Once the 16th-century Quli Khan tomb, it transformed into a romantic haven for honeymooners during the British Raj. Now, the meticulously restored area boasts a charming blend of features, including a boating area, dove coat, a British...

How many times did you drive past Safdarjung Tomb not acknowledging the hidden gem inside the enclosure? In the Late Mughal Period, the construction of the monument was the last push towards luxury and grandeur. Take this heritage walk to know the historical times, the start of Nawabi culture, and...

"Step into the Realm of Ponniyin Selvan Join the Heritage Inspired One Day Trail, November 24, 2024 Embark on a captivating journey through the ancient landscapes of Thanjavur, retracing the footsteps of Vandhiyadevan from Kalki's epic novel, Ponniyin Selvan. *Trail Highlights:* - Veeranarayanan Lake: Unravel the mysteries of the ancient...

Located in a small village called Adalaj, twenty kilometers North of Ahmedabad this world renowned step well is an architectural wonder built by Queen Rudabai, wife of Vaghela chief Virsinh. 'Adalaj ni Vav' was built in 1499 and is among one of the finest monuments of Gujarat. Laid on a...

Explore the beauty of 90 acres Sunder Nursery Park awarded must visit by UNESCO. Take this journey led by historian as the Mughal garden comes alive at night. The complex has mesmerizing water channels, fountains, and the ever inviting Fabcafe. This enchanting 90-minute experience is perfect for culture and history...

This walk includes captivating Hauz Khas Fort and its Social Life exploring the historic fort`s stunning architecture, intriguing stories, and vibrant cultural heritage. Discover the majestic structures, royal courts, mosques, and tombs, and learn about the fort`s significance in Indian history, from the Slave Dynasty to the Mughal Empire. Wander...

Kumbh Conclave is one of the global dialogues of India Think Council (ITC) curated in the year of 2019 to commemorate and recreate the dialogue tradition of the holy kumbh. In this conclave we invite the global Indian diaspora, diplomats, religious scholars, policy experts and academicians to share their experiences...

Matsya Utsav is celebrated in Alwar, Rajasthan, India to commemorate the foundation of city. The festival intends to promotes cultural, heritage and wildlife tourism in the Alwar region. The festival further enriches the experience with local folk music, art, and traditions unique to the Matsya region. This year three day...

The Rengmas commemorate the Ngada festival for eight days just after the harvest. It is the festival of thanksgiving and rejoicing. The Ngada festival is an agricultural oriented celebration. It marks an end to the harvest season of the year. The festival is overseen as a time for the people...

Chemrey Wangchok Festival Chemrey gompa, perched on a hill, remains one of the most picturesque monasteries in Ladakh. As much as it is known about the monastery, not many are aware of the festival knonw as Chemrey Wangchok that takes place at this 15th-century monastery. This festival is celebrated on...

Bhai Mardana (1459-1534), Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s longtime Muslim companion throughout his extensive journeys across the country and abroad, was born as the son of a Mirasi couple, Badra and Lakkho, of Talvandi Rai Bhoe, now Nankana Sahib, in the Sheikhupura district of Pakistan. The Mirasan were a caste of...

Discover India’s rich history at the Red Fort’s Light and Sound Show. This evening event brings the fort’s past to life with stunning visuals and storytelling. Set against the impressive Red Fort, the show features dramatic lights and engaging narration that highlights important moments from the Mughal era to today....

The Global Freelancers Festival is a comprehensive celebration of the freelancing community bringing together professionals from across the globe. The event features a blend of insightful discussions practical learning sessions and recognition of outstanding talent. Attendees can participate in engaging workshops explore cutting-edge solutions at the expo and connect with...

Poi Pee Mau - a New Year festival of the Tai Khamptis - is the celebration of the advent of a new dawn for the community to usher a fresh era of socio-cultural development. Poi Pee Mau Tai Khampti or the Tai Khampti New Year has become the biggest festival...

ABA ZORÂWAR SIṄGH (1696-1705), the third son of Gurû Gobind Siṅgh, was born to Mâtâ Jîtojî at Anandpur on 17 November 1696, and was barely nine years old at the time of the evacuation of Anandpur on the night of 5-6 December 1705. Since the passing away, on 5 December...

The Hornbill Festival, a yearly feature taking place on the first week of December is a modern-day cultural extravaganza of all Naga tribes. The Festival was conceptualized to showcase Naga culture, traditional and contemporary, in the spirit of unity in ersity. This Festival is held at the heritage village of...

SEASONAL EVENTS: SARAS AAJEEVIKA MELAM NIGHT BAZAR BIHU Festival GRISHIM UTSAV NIGHT BAZAR Dr. B. R. Ambedkar Craft Mela NIGHT BAZAR Shaurya Diwas Jo Aaye Who Gaaye Craft Bazar Hariyali Teej Festival North East Festival Tea & Cofee Festival INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION PURVOTTAR MELA GANESH UTSAV NOIDA BAZAR VIJAY UTSAV...

Conceptualised in the year 2000, the Hornbill Festival is a ten day annual tourism promotional event organised by the State Government to showcase Nagaland’s rich and traditional cultural heritage in all its ethnicity, ersity and grandeur. Dubbed as the “Festival of Festivals” this event provides a unique platform for visitors...

Poi Pee Mau - a New Year festival of the Tai Khamptis - is the celebration of the advent of a new dawn for the community to usher a fresh era of socio-cultural development. Poi Pee Mau Tai Khampti or the Tai Khampti New Year has become the biggest festival...

The Festival of Lamps, also known as the "Karthigai Deepam Festival," is one of Tamil Nadu's most important festivals. The Tamil month of Karthigai, which takes place between the months of November and December, is significant in the South Indian states' religious and spiritual traditions. The Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple at...

Veerallamma Jatara and Bapanamma Jatara are held every year in Anaparthi with great grandeur. Veerallamma Jatara is held during Sankranthi. A week-long fair is held from the railway station to Devi Chowk at Myin Road. Both sides of the road are decorated with electric lamps. Food stalls (Jeel, Sugar Chila...

Sahibzada Fateh Singh (12 December 1699 - 26 December 1705), the youngest of Guru Gobind Singh's four sons, was born to Mata Jito ji (also known as Mata Sundari ji) at Anandpur on 12 December 1699. During the flight from Anandpur, when the Sikhs, having been promised safe passage to...

Bambleshwari Temple is at Dongargarh in Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India. It is on a hilltop of 1600 feet. This temple is referred as Badi Bambleshwari. Another temple at ground level, the....

Bhurakhiya Hanuman Temple is one of the historic temple of Lord Hanumanji situated at Bhurakhiya, a small village of Lathi taluka in Amreli District Gujarat. Bhurakhiya Hanuman Temple is nea....

One of the famous religious places in Kutch, Shree Swaminarayan temple located in Bhuj Kutch is worth a visit. Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Bhuj (SSMB) is a socio-spiritual Hindu or....

One of the 12 jyotirlingas in the country and among the most prominent temples in Ujjain, Mahakaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The lingam (a symbolic representation of Lord Shiva) at Mahak....

Dedicated to Goddess Ambabai, the temple houses an idol of the deity that is made of precious stones. It weighs about 40 kg and has four hands, bearing a sword, a shield, a mhalung, which is a kind of....

One of the most important pilgrimage places in Maharashtra, Pandharpur is located on the banks of the river Bhima, which is alternatively known as Chandrabhaga because of its crescent shape meandering....

Jyotiba temple complex also known as Jyotiba Hill has numerous temples and sacred spots associated with lord Shiva. The oral traditions and mythologies associated with Goddess Ambabai and Shiva are....

Shri Naina Devi Temple Perched on a hilltop on the borders with Punjab, Shri Naina Devi is an important Shaktipeeth pilgrimage center that lakhs of people visit every year. It is one of the....

Maninagar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sansthan is the worldwide centre for spiritual, cultural and social welfare. The almighty Lord Shree Swaminarayan manifested upon the Earth in the 18th century CE....

Shree Swaminarayan Mandir - Kadi was first built with the divine blessings of Sadguru Shree Nirgundasji Swamibapa just over a hundred years ago.Shree Nirgun Bapa blessed Gopallalbhai,to become Governo....

Lord Sri Venkateswara, also known as Srinivasa, Balaji, and Veṅkaṭachalapati, made Tirumala his abode five thousand years ago. Even before him, it was Lord Varahaswami who had made Tirumala his abode.....

This pilgrimage centre is called "Dwaraka Tirumala" after the great saint, "Dwaraka" who located the self-manifested idol of Lord "Sri Venkateswara" after severe penance in a Valmikama (ant hill). The....

According to ancient Tamil sources Srikalahasti has been known as the ‘Kailas of the South’ for slightly more than two thousand years and the small river on whose banks it sits, the ‘Ganges of the Sou....

KANIPAKAM: “KANI” means one and a quarter land and, “PAKAM ” means the flow of water into the land i.e., irrigation. This temple has a legend which runs as follows in brief. There are three Handicappe....

Sri Raghavendra Swamy Mutt belongs to the lineage (parampara) of Hamsa naamaka Paramaatma, adorned, in the early phase of its history, by various Tapaswis and Rishis. Sri Madhwacharya, the proponent o....

The temple of Kanaka Durga the Goddess of power, riches and benevolence and the presiding deity of Vijayawada, is thronged by lakhs of pilgrims for worship during the “Navarathri” festival which is ce....

The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), which Srila Prabhupada established to spread the message of Lord Krishna, has beautiful temples worldwide. These temples are the centres o....

Tulja Bhavani Templededicated to the goddess Parvati is located in Tuljapur in Osmanabad district of Maharashtra and is counted among one of the 51 Shakti Pithas. It is situated 45 km from Solapur. Th....

Hare Krishna Land (ISKCON Juhu) is set upon four acres of prime land and a stone throw away from Juhu beach. A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, founder of ISKCON, inspired the construction of....

Hare Krishna Mandir, Bhadaj, is one of the most renowned places to visit in Ahmedabad. Since its inauguration in April 2015, the temple has been standing as a beacon of spirituality and service to....

Hare Krishna Mandir, Bhadaj, is one of the most renowned places to visit in Ahmedabad. Since its inauguration in April 2015, the temple has been standing as a beacon of spirituality and service to man....

Shirdi is an important pilgrimage site associated with Sai Baba of Shirdi. He was an Indian spiritual leader considered by his devotees to be a manifestation of Sri Datt guru. He is also identified....

The holy shrine called Samadhi was built at place where the master's last rites were performed. Shri Brahmanand, one of the dearest disciples of Shri Maharaj, was appointed as one of the Trustees by....

This shrine or Ashapura is steeped in antiquity as far as its origin is concerned. There are references to this goddess in the Puranas, Rudrayamal Tantra and so on which are all said to point to th....

Around 50 km from Pune lies Jejuri, the main centre of worship of Khandoba, also known as Mhalsakant or Malhari Martand or Mylaralinga. Khandoba or Malhari Martanda is the deity of several Maharastria....

A historic temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, widely known as "Thawe Mata Mandir," is located on the Patna-Gopalganj route and is also one of India's shakti-peeths. According to folklore, Goddess D....

Moti Doongri is a small hill around which the city of Jaipur flourishes. Moti Doongri means pearl hill, because the hill indeed resembles a pearl drop. Visitors go there to pay homage at the famous Ga....

Jaipur, famous for its spiritual locations and architectures, is home to the magnanimous Govind Devji Mandir. The temple is located in the City Palace complex between the Badal Mahal and Chandra Mahal....

The story of Khaatu Shyamji temple goes back to the time of the ‘Mahabharata’ around 5500 years back. It revolves around great Barberic who was the grandson of Bheema and son of Ghatothkach. Barberi....

Lambhvel village is located just 2 Km of Anand city Gujarat. This village is famous for Swayambhu Lord Hanumanji Temple. It is a centre of faith since long time in and around Anand. This temple is loc....

Kunkeshwar Temple, an ancient Shiva Temple is located in Kunkeshwar village, 14 Kms from Devgad town. A pristine beach with a very long stretch of seashore and white sand adds to the beauty of the tem....

The Ganesh Temple at Ganpatipule in the Ratnagiri district of Konkan is very ancient, right from the Peshwas. In ancient literature like Mudgal - Puran etc. this Lambodara's (Ganesh) temple is refe....

Karveer area the present town of Kolhapur city is one of special significance of Shri Mahalaxmi Temple of Kolhapur which, one of the Shakti peetha located in maharashtra state, mention in various pura....

This is one of the most visited temples in the city because of its history and religious beliefs attached to it. The locals especially have a lot of faith in the temple and the blessings that they get....

It is said that mother always sits on high places. The way devotees reach Vaishno Devi by crossing the mountains to have darshan of Maa Durga. Similarly, in Satna district of Madhya Pradesh, 1063 step....

Omkareshwar is the fourth in the twelfth Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva. Omkar was first uttered from the mouth of the creator Brahma. Even the text of Vedas does not begin without Om. The same Omkar form....

On the Chittorgarh Udaipur Highway a grand temple of Sanwaliya ji situated in Mandafiya village, where millions of devotees visit every year. According to the local residents, in the year 1840, on the....

The 'Saptashrungi Temple' situated at Vani in Nashik district of Maharashtra is a temple dedicated to Goddess Saptashrungi. Being a unique Shaktipeeth and a huge rock-cut temple, it is a site worth a....

The temple of Shri Kamakshi is located amidst the hills of the picturesque village of Shiroda and was built in the late 16th century. In the village of Shiroda. A  huge Mahadwar or temple gate....

Hanumanji temple, Salangpur is a Hindu temple located in Salangpur, Gujarat. This Hanumanji temple is considered the holiest and sacred. It is among the more prominent ones in the Swaminarayan Sampr....

Swaminarayan Mandir, Vadtal headquarters of the LaxmiNarayan Dev Gadi are located in this temple in Vadtal, Gujarat.  This temple contains three main shrines. Among which the central....

Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kalupur  is the first Temple of the Swaminarayan Sampraday, a Hindu sect. It is located in Kalupur area of Ahmedabad, the largest city in Gujarat, India. It was built....

Shree Somnath is first among the twelve Aadi Jyotirlings of India. It has a strategic location on the western coast of India. Ancient Indian traditions maintain a close relationship of Somnath with re....

Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, the Shree Siddhivinayak Ganapati Temple at Prabhadevi is a much revered place of worship in Mumbai. Built in the year 1801, this temple is visited by people belonging to alm....

The temple was founded by Dagadushet Halwai, a local sweet seller who got wealthy by his business in 1893. Dagdusheth Halwai and his wife Lakshmi Bai when they lost their two sons in the plague of 1....

 One of the most important and much venerated attraction of Tripura is the ancient temple of Matabari or Tripurasundari temple located on a hill-top 5 KM from the main town at Udaipur. Maharaja D....

Pashupatinath Temple is situated at the banks of the Shivna River in Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, Pashupatinath Temple is popular for its eight-faced shivalinga. The spiritual aura of the te....

Shree Jagannathji Mandir is situated on bank of River Sabarmati near Jamalpur, Ahmedabad.  The principal deity in this temple is   Lord Shree Krishna. The other deities  in the....

Maa Baglamukhi Mandir A renowned and revered temple situated in Nalkheda town of District Agar Malwa in Madhya Pradesh on about a distance of 165 KM from Indore. Situated near the banks of river Lakhu....

Famous MP in India And the famous pilgrimage area of Bundelkhand, Siddhpeeth Shri Jageshwarnath Ji Mahadev Temple is located in Bandakpur of Damoh district. Swayambhu Shivling Shri Jageshwarnath Ji Te....

Bhalka Teerth is one of the most magnificent temples of Somnath city. The temple at Bhalka Teerth is known as Mahaprabhuji's Bethak, and a tulsi tree has been planted in Lord Krishna's honour. Banyan....

Shri Ram Mandir is dedicated to Lord Rama. The temple was built by Shree Somnath Trust in 2017. The temple is the newest addition to the array of religious places in and around Somnath. The temple is....

Umiya Mata Temple is the Temple of Goddess Umiya, the clan-deity or kuldevi of the Kadava Patidars. According to the mythological tale, Maa Umiya was established by Lord Shankar himself at Unjha. In....

Dwarkadhish Temple also known as the Jagat Mandir, is a Chalukya styled architecture, dedicated to Lord Krishna. The town of Dwarka has its history dated back to the Kingdom of Dwaraka in Mahabharata.....

Mumba Devi Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to the goddess Mumba, the local incarnation of the Devi, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Mother Goddess). Sanskrit is the source of the Marathi Mumba. M....

The main temple, enclosed by a fort wall, is situated near the bank of the holy lake Gomti in the midst of the main bazaar of Dakor. The temple is covered with 8 domes and 24 turrets, with the central....

Located on the outskirts of Nashik, the ancient Trimbakeshwar Temple was constructed by the third Peshwa Balaji Bajirao (1740-1760) at the site of an even older temple. It sits at the foot of the Brah....

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a famous Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Vishwanath Gali of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh in India. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy ri....

    Sprawling over an area of 50,000 sq. ft, Akkaraipatti Sai Baba Temple is one of the largest temples for Shirdi Sai Baba in Asia. It was consecrated near Samayapuram, Trichy in a sma....

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan temple is located in Gondal city within 35 KM of Rajkot city Gujarat India. The temple was built in 1934 and was built by the third successor of Sawmnarayan Shashtriji Mahara....

Param Pujya Dada Bhagwan (1908-1988) was a Gnani who devoted His life to perpetuating the religion of the Soul. His life’s spiritual mission arose from two intents, that: 1) May all the people....

Shri Mahalakshmi Temple  is managed by a Trust called “Shri Mahalakshmi Temple Trust” a Religious and Charitable trust. Board of trustees now wishes to prepare a website so as to enable devotees....

Trimbakeshwar town is an ancient Hindu Pilgrim centre located at the source of the Godavari River, the longest river in peninsular India. Trimbakeshwar is abode of one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. The....

Swaminarayan Mandir located at Jetalpur just 17 kms from Ahmedabad and 5 km from Bareja is very popular and historical temple for devotee of Swaminarayna Sampraday. This is one of the temple which was....

Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is a part of the Swaminarayan Sampraday. This is the oldest Swaminarayan Mandir in Mumbai, being over a hundred years old. On Vaishakh Shukla Ekadashi, 1868, Ranchhoddas Pra....

Sarangpur is a village in the Botad District in the state of Gujarat, India, and its name is also often pronounced, 'Salangpur'. Sarangpur is known throughout India for the historic Shri Kashtabhanjan....

The village of Bochasan  near borsad in Anand District of Gujarat is said to have been established in Vikram Samvat 1352 and named after Bucheshvar Mahadev. Lord Swaminarayan visited Bochasan....

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir- Ahmedabad was the first ever Swaminarayan mandir in the Kalupur area of Amdavad built by Lord Swaminarayan in the year 1822 by in....

Satyadeva with his consort Sri Anantha Lakshmi on one Side and with Lord Siva on the other side took his abode on Ratnagiri, which is named after Ratnakara, son of Meru the king of holy mountains. Lik....

When Goddess Parvati asked Lord Shiva about his most desired place apart from Kailasa in the Universe created by him, he chose the eternally beautiful place nestled among picturesque nature, the avata....

Prasanthi Nilayam means 'the abode of highest peace'. It is the main ashram of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, located near the village of Puttaparthi amidst rolling hills, with the river Chitravathi to its east....

Anthurium FestivalThe most popular festival celebrated in Mizoram, the Festival  is a successful tourism promotion venture of the Tourism Department. This two-day festival is held annually at the....

The world famous Ganga Aarti at Har Ki Pauri was started by Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya in 1916 and since then Ganga Aarti is being organised by Shri Ganga Sabha. two times in a day, Mangala Aarti....

Welcome to one of the most religiously-celebrated, architecturally superb and culturally rich temple of south-east India: Shri Mahamaya Devi Mandir, Ratanpur. From many decades since, the templ....