Festivals in India
About Buddha – Photos, Teachings | Buddha Purnima
About Buddha: The founder of Buddhism, Lord Buddha is popularly known as the “Light of Asia.” Lord Buddha’s (like Mahavira’s) date of birth and the date of death were the same. He is considered as the 9th reincarnation of Lord Vishnu by some and the principles of Buddhism which he propounded were offshoots of [...]
Akshaya Tritiya: The Indestructible Significance…
The importance of Akshaya Tritiya seems to span the entire country and it’s not limited to only the Hindus… When Akshaya Tritiya: Akshaya Tritiya falls on the third day of Vaishakh. Whilst Hindus across the country get set to buy their piece of gold on the auspicious day of Akshaya Tritiya and ensure year-long [...]
Ram Navami: On the trail of Vishnu temples across India
Vishnu is venerated as the supreme God, he is the Preserver who from time to time, descends upon earth to abolish evil, restore Dharma and to liberate the devout… Vishnu is distinguished by his sky blue colour, depicted with four arms holding the lotus, mace, conch and chakra. He is shown reclining fearlessly on [...]
Ugadi Celebrations: Pachadi Making Competition in Bangalore Yatra Office
Surprise! Surprise! Surprise! We bring you Yatra (& Buzzintown) Ugadi celebration pics. Yummy Pachadis by two teams on display… because Ugadi is meant to be celebrated in style & enthusiasm. Do you like this image? This one was taken on 11 April 2013 at Bangalore Yatra office. Our super hard working [...]
About Gudi Padwa – festival food & celebrations
Indian festivals are all about feasting! Over the years, certain foods and sweets have become traditionally associated with each festival. Food seems to be an integral part of any celebration: whether it is offered to the lord, given as prasad, shared with family and friends or graces the dining table which the family rallies around… [...]
Vasant Navratri: seeking blessings of Goddess Durga | Dates, Significance
Most people associate Navratri with the click of dandiya sticks and the swish and swirl of lehngas, but what most may not know is the fact that Navratri is celebrated five times a year… This year Vasant Navratri will be celebrated from 11th-19th April, 2013. April celebrates Vasant Navratri (a.k.a Basant or Chaitra Navratri). [...]
Telugu New Year Ugadi: Festival of New Beginnings
Ugadi celebrations across Andhra Pradesh mark the beginning of a new calendar year… As the misty veils of winter recede across India, spring makes its vibrant appearance: buds blossom into flowers, mangoes begin to ripen on trees and the delicate fragrance of jasmine pervades the air. It is also the time when new crops [...]
Prismatic Easter Eggs & Bunnies spruce up Easter Celebrations | Photos, Pictures
What is Easter: The Sunday after Good Friday is called ‘Easter Sunday’ Where people celebrate the resurrection of Christ. Three days after his death on the cross, Jesus was laid to rest in a tomb, after 3 days on sunday he rose from the dead. The Church observes this Sunday in a grard manner, Its [...]
Wholesome Holi Celebrations…
About Holi Festival: Transatlantic India is known as a country whose traditions & values blend seamlessly or rather amazingly. The fairs & festivals of India present a incongruous sight altogether. The moment when spring arrives & the fresh scent of newly bloomed flowers intoxicates everyone…India celebrates festival of colors, Holi. Holi is celebrated on a [...]
Saraswati Puja – Sarasvati Goddess Puja Mantra | Pics Images
As India removes its blanket of mist and biting cold, it marks the onset of spring: this coincides with Vasant Panchmi or the change of season. It is also the time to propitiate the goddess of learning – Sarasvati Goddess, a pan-Indian concept… When is Saraswati Puja in 2013? Spring is also [...]
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