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Historical Places Southern India Temples Travel

Sreerangam temple – Trichy

The Ranganathaswamy temple in Sreerangam, Trichy (Tiruchirappalli, TN) is an ancient temple is about 200 miles south of Chennai. (Read more here) The Place Srirangpatna had the name of the Srirangapuri in the early ages later it got the name of the Srirangapatna. The town is an island being surrounded by the river Cauvery. In […]

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Ajanta & Ellora Historical Places

Ajanta Caves

What are the Ajanta Caves? The Ajanta Caves are a series of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave temples that were built between the 2nd century BC and the 6th century AD. The caves are carved into the side of a cliff and contain some of the finest examples of ancient Indian art, particularly paintings and sculptures. […]

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Ajanta & Ellora Historical Places Travel

Ellora Caves

The Kailasa Temple, Ellora’s largest and most notable structure, is a monolithic rock-cut marvel dedicated to Lord Shiva, showcasing high levels of ancient artistry and craftsmanship, incomparable in construction technique and detail with modern capabilities.

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What is Sanskrit?

What is Sanskrit? Where does it come from? Sanskrit is an ancient language of the Indian subcontinent. It is one of the oldest and most influential languages in the world, and has had a profound impact on many other languages and cultures, particularly those of Europe and South Asia. Sanskrit is believed originated in the […]

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Historical Places Temples Travel

Angkor Wat

Angkor, the largest pre-industrial city in the world, was larger than modern-day Los Angeles or Paris and ANY medieval European cities in the 13th century and spanned over 1000 square km.

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Historical Places Southern India Temples Travel

The Rockfort Temple of Trichy

Discover the Rockfort Temple of Tiruchirappalli, an iconic pilgrimage site in Tamil Nadu. Built atop a 3-billion-year-old rock, this 3rd-century temple blends breathtaking architecture, spiritual significance, and stunning views. A must-visit for history enthusiasts and cultural travelers alike!