• Heritage - karnataka - Where To?

    Moodabidri – Thousand Pillared Jain Temple

    September 13, 2020 - By 

    Have you ever heard about the 1000 pillared temple?? No, not the one in Warangal but the one near Udupi, Karnataka. I visited this place during my college days in Udupi. I had initially thought that it wouldn’t be so magnificent but after learning about the history and importance of this place, I felt like I had discovered another gem in India. So, come and join with me to know more about this place through this blog. Karnataka is known for Jain Pilgrims as it has a rich history in Jainism. One of the places which I am going to…

  • Heritage - karnataka - Where To?

    Photo Feature: Veera Narayana Temple, Belavadi

    August 9, 2020 - By 

    Chikmagalur is a famous hill station known for having the highest peak of Karnataka and for the rich culture surrounding the famous getaway. There is a small village named Belavadi located around 20kms from Chikmagalur famous for Hoysala architecture temple. The place is not too crowded by tourists. Enjoy my photo feature and do comment about it. Quick Facts Location Belavadi, Karnataka   Nearest Station Devanur   Religion followed Hinduism   Built in Year 1200 CE   Entrance Fees None   It is preferable to take your own vehicle to visit this temple and you can add this place in…

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    Hutheesing Jain Temple – The Jain Heritage

    July 22, 2020 - By 

    Must know fact about Ahmedabad is that it’s the first city to be registered as the UNESCO world heritage city. Let’s explore and learn about a monument in this heritage city-The Hutheesing Jain Temple! Ahmedabad was flourished with Jain temples and had a separate community for Jains in Pols. Quick Facts Location Ahmedabad, Gujrat   Nearest Airport/Station Ahmedabad   Religion followed Jainism   Built in Year 1848   Timings 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM   Entrance Fees None   The Story There was a rich Jain family in Ahmedabad named Hutheesing family. It is said that this family has links…

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    Bibi Ka Maqbara – The Dakkhani Taj

    July 15, 2020 - By 

    A Monument shows its time and culture. It has its own stories and experiences. And Bibi Ka Maqbara is one such monuments having its own beauty and a set of episodes. So, read below to know about its history. The Story Aurangzeb, the sixth Mughal Emperor, son of Shah Jahan ruled for almost 50 Years. You might have heard about Shah Jahan who built the great Taj Mahal for his love, Mumtaz Mahal. Aurangzeb got married to Dilras Banu Begam, a Persian princess. Being his first wife and the chief consort, he loved her the most. Aurangzeb and Dilras Banu…