Women of Kashmir (Never Without Their Huqqa Pipes) —- During the Vedic period (2500-1500 B.C.), women in Kashmir enjoyed freedom and societal involvement, being educated alongside boys and having a say in marriage at ages 16-17. In the Age of Brahmins (1500-2500 B.C.), changes began, with education mainly for higher society girls, marriage at 16, and some choice in partners. From 500 B.C. to A.D. 500, societal pressure for early marriage at 9-10 emerged, sidelining girls’ education and choice in marriage. The subjugation of women, outlined by MANU, dictated dependence on father, husband, and sons. Over the years after the Dogra Rule, Kashmiri women held high social status, sometimes revered, with historical records citing their active political roles and ownership of property. They embraced fashion and cultural sophistication, evidenced by their attire and hairstyles depicted in art and literature. How do you think times have changed for the women of Kashmir? #TheCultureGully #Kashmir
I started @theculturegully 7 years back as a medium to share my love for art, culture and history. India has so much to offer beyond the Taj Mahal, Gateway of India and I wanted The Culture Gully to be an avenue for people to look at India beyond its monuments; to learn from its different ethnicities, people and traditions. At times, I do contemplate putting my face behind all the videos because of the messages I get asking who is behind the page. It’s always not easy to put yourself out there. But I promise to come out and educate you all through our videos and show the world the true essence of this beautiful country despite its various flaws. If I recount my most memorable experience in India then it has to be the leopard safari in Jawai, Rajasthan with the @brijhotels. It’s a different joy to see our animals happy in their natural habitat with their families. The calm, the joy and the love on their faces is worth seeing. What has been your most memorable experience in India? #TheCultureGully #Jawai #Rajasthan #JawaiIndia #JawaiBandh
India is not for beginners :P —- Auto Rickshaws of India represent an important part of its culture. Riding an auto rickshaw teaches one valuable lessons every time. It takes courage to display your thoughts boldly on an Auto through these slogans, prints and other mediums. People have had great conversations with diverse drivers. The drivers have helped people in rainstorms, accepted less fare with a smile, and even treated people to chai. Through these rides, people have discussed politics, work, dreams, and listened to stories of old India. What’s your weirdest/ most memorable experience in an Auto? Image credits: Quora #TheCultureGully
Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia was a man of secular principles, which was also reflected in the architectural details of his haveli, where the main gates of his haveli bore two frescoes - one of Lord Ganesha and the other of Guru Nanak with his companions Bala and Mardana in attendance. Though the surviving facade still has these propitious frescoes in a damaged form, only a few feet above, cow-dung cakes have been plastered on the wall - showing scant regard to the prized building. A portion of this building, which housed the local girl's higher secondary school till the 1960s, fell victim to apathy in the last four decades. With reinforcement on the sides and the rear of this historic structure, the facade can still be preserved. Haveli of Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, Kapurthala, Punjab Thoughts by ILF Expert, Shalaka Kolwadkar @shalaka_17 #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
During the period of Sikh Confederacy, Sultan Ul Quam Nawab Jassa Singh Ahluwalia (meaning the one who belongs from Ahlu region) , was one of the prominent Sikh leaders. He was also known as Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, was also a great Rabab in Instrumentalist and 'Kirtan Kaar', who later patronized the Kapurthala Rababi Gharana as well. The Kapurthala princely state was founded by Nawab Jassa Singh Ahluwalia in 18th Century, which belongs to Ahluwalia dynasty. This Dynasty contributed to the fort and palaces in the Kapurthala region. Such as the Jallow Khana Complex having two main structures- Haveli of Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia and Nihal palace. Haveli of Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, Kapurthala, Punjab Thoughts by ILF Expert, Shalaka Kolwadkar @shalaka_17 #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
A huge Complex known as Jallow Khana is situated in Kapurthala and was constructed by Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia- founder of erstwhile Kapurthala state. Originally it was known as Haveli of Baba Jassa Singh, subsequently another Mehal was constructed by another ruler of Kapurthala state descendant of Baba Jassa Singh. The Jallow Khana Complex is situated on the Western end of main bazaar, Kapurthala. Subsequently, double storey buildings of large size were constructed on the southern side of the complex. Haveli of Baba Jassa Singh Ahluwalia, Kapurthala, Punjab Thoughts by ILF Expert, Shalaka Kolwadkar #gudipadwa #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
Raja Mahal is the oldest building within the fort of Orchha. The foundation of this palace was laid by Rudrapratap Dev, the founder of the state of Orchha, and was completed in 1565 during the reign of Madhukar Shah. The strong, bold construction and expansive nature of this palace, coupled with the intricate patterns and jaali work, is a testimony to the amazing talent of the artisans and craftsmen of the time. Built in a square configuration, the entrance of this palace faces the east. Another gateway faces the north, leading one to the Diwan-i-Aam. There is an open terrace above the Diwan-i-Aam, believed to have been used by the royal family for shows on moonlit nights. #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood #art @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
The tank known as Bakhtawar Sagar was originally commissioned by the ruler Bakhtawar Singh as a famine relief measure in 1804. Its embellishments, in the form of twelve red sandstone chhatris, were only completed by 1813. It soon became a major landmark for the people of the city, with whom it was a tradition to compute rainfall by recording the number of steps that were submerged in the water every year at the end of the monsoon, and comparing it with the level of previous years. The tank also became the focal point of the community’s social and cultural life. From the time of Bakhtawar Singh it became the site for the mela held every year at Teej, in which the ruler played an important part. It is still the main site for Teej celebrations in Alwar. SAGAR JALASHAY, ALWAR, RAJASTHAN Thoughts by ILF Expert Swapna Liddle @liddleswapna #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
A view of the tank was included in the hundred iconic Indian views photographed in stereoscope and marketed under the title ‘India through the Stereoscope: A journey through Hindustan’ by the firm Underwood and Underwood in 1900. James Ricalton, author of an accompanying book that described each view, said of the tank: “This pool with the beautiful buildings by which it is surrounded, with the Fort above commanding a view of the entire city and valley, constitutes one of the most lovely views in India…..towards the west are several handsome temples of Vishnu; northward are other temples and shrines hidden among umbrageous trees; and beyond those exquisite kiosks, you see the splendid cenotaph of Bakhtawar Singh….Ostentatious peacocks and countless rock-pigeons wander unmolested over its marble pavements.” SAGAR JALASHAY, ALWAR, RAJASTHAN Thoughts by ILF Expert Swapna Liddle @liddleswapna #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
The Anantashayana Vishnu, a massive open-air rock-cut figure of the Hindu deity, Vishnu, carved around the early 9th century in Saranga village, Odisha, is situated on the Bramhani River's left bank. Also known as Anantashayi Vishnu, the phrase means "sleeping on the snake Shesha”. It is believed that under the open sky, the Vishnu image occupies an area of almost 15.4 metres (51 ft) in length and 7 metres (23 ft) in breadth, with a thickness of 0.7 metres (2 ft 4 in). According to research on its "idiom and crown", the figure dates back to the Bhaumakara reign in central Odisha in the first quarter of the 9th century CE. The ancient records talk about the Nandodhbahav feudatory rulers, the followers of Vaishnavism. They were influential in procuring the carvings of two large rock-cut images of Vishnu - one at Saranga and the other at Dankal, both in the upper Brahmani River valley. According to historical records, with the donations they provided to carve the rock-cut sculptures and temples, the Bhaumakara monarchs marked their kinship with Vaishnavism. ANANTASHAYANA VISHNU, SARANGA VILLAGE, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Ramyani Sengupta @ramyanisengupta #TemplessofIndia #indianheritage #explore #MinistryofCulture #indiantemples #indianculture #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unseco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
The terms Anantashayi Vishnu and Anantashayana Vishnu, used to denote this particular depiction of the Creator and Preserver in the Hindu pantheon of divinity, literally translates to “Vishnu sleeping on a serpent Shesha". Shesha, also known as Sheshanaga, the snake deity and Nagaraja, king of all serpents, is a primordial entity of creation. According to mythology, it is believed that Shesha holds all the planets of the universe on his shoulders and eternally bellows the majesties of Vishnu from all his mouths in the Puranas. Known as Ananta Shesha, the "Endless-Shesha," or Adishesha, the "First Shesha", when he uncoils, time goes forward and creation occurs; when he coils back, the cosmos ceases to exist. As per popular folklore, the Anantashayana sculpture has been created naturally by the speeding currents of the river. ANANTASHAYANA VISHNU, SARANGA VILLAGE, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Ramyani Sengupta @ramyanisengupta #TemplessofIndia #indianheritage #explore #MinistryofCulture #indiantemples #indianculture #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unseco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
Carved from natural sandstone, Vishnu is represented with four limbs, each with a Chakra in the upper right hand, a Shankha in the upper left hand, a Gada, and a symbolic lotus in the lower left hand. The serpent Shesha's (Ananta's) hoods encircle Vishnu's head. It is depicted with pointed features like a chin, a prominent nose, and a crown on its head known as Kiritamukuta, a tall conical crown, the typical appearance of Vishnu. The concept of showcasing the creator god, Brahma, seated in meditation, with a lotus pattern emerging from his navel, is spectacularly portrayed. It is said that the sculptor had perceived the river bank as the Kshirasagara, or cosmic ocean from which Brahma formed the universe. Scholars have expressed that the yearning to shape these sculptures with reflective emotions of "vigour and energy" was stimulated by the expressions represented in the rock cut temples of Ellora and Elephanta in Maharashtra, as well as the Mahabalipuram temples in Tamil Nadu. ANANTASHAYANA VISHNU, SARANGA VILLAGE, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Ramyani Sengupta @ramyanisengupta #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unseco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
In popular belief, Sri Sri Chandrashekhar (temple) is the second Kailash of Lord Shiva or Kailash of Odisha, where the Swayambhu Shivlinga (self-existing) is worshipped with Bel Patra-Tulsi combined, on the lines of the Lingaraja Temple of Bhubaneswar. Although the temple complex is dotted with the deities Shri Ganesh, Kartikeya and Gangadevi, upon entrance we see the relief of Lord Jagannath, the supreme god of Odisha (Odia Hinduism). The Kapilash Temple site is also home to several ancient caves and maths (or monasteries) namely; Kendupania Cave, Padmapada Cave, Sita Cave, Vana Durga Cave, Mahima Math , Chhatha Math and Dhuni Math. KAPILASH SRI SRI CHANDRASHEKHAR JIU, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Nilesh Narayan @holy_waters_india_journeys #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #travelrealindia #discover_india #india_undiscovered #theculturegully #unesco #incredibleindia #instagood #igramming_india #india_gram #instagood #photooftheday #photography #indianphoto #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
One of the many stairways at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Ahmedabad. A historic structure that has served as a stairway to heaven for generations of brilliant, bright, young minds. The pressing need for a management institution in India came around after the 1950’s when many entrepreneurs, researchers and pioneers pointed out that there was no formalised management education, with businesses mainly being run as family-based organisations. Following independence, as the socio-economic framework and business structure of the nation developed, there was a sharp rise in management associations in cities such as Bombay, Madras, Bangalore and Delhi. This was a time when colleges such as the Harvard Business School had already gained recognition and importance. The seed for formalised management education was long sowed, and with that two IIM’s were set up. One in Ahmedabad and the other in Calcutta. Ever since, these stairs have been silent witnesses to the journeys and the growth of many ambitious young minds! IIM AHMEDABAD, AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT Thought by ILF Expert Brijeshwari Gohil @brijeshwarigohil #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #gujarat #photography #i̇nstagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
Exposed local red bricks, tall glass doors and windows welcome the IIM, Ahmedabad faculty and students. The modern, contemporary piece of art and vernacular architecture brings to life an expanse of over one hundred acres of land in the heart of Ahmedabad city. Commissioned to be designed by the National Institute of Design in 1962, American architect Louis Kahn designed and built it with the assistance of the then budding architect B.V. Doshi. This was a project which Kahn dedicated almost ten years to and is now a structure studied by architecture students and admired by tourists from all over the world. B.V. Doshi on the other hand, went on to build and design many education institutes after IIM, Ahmedabad. Today, several debates have erupted as a small part of the historic edifice was broken down. With institution heads stating that the strength of certain wings of the structure are compromised making it unsafe, architects, historians, alumni as well as Kahn’s children have written appeals and pleas to preserve IIM’s built heritage. IIM AHMEDABAD, AHMEDABAD, GUJARAT Thought by ILF Expert Brijeshwari Gohil @brijeshwarigohil #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #gujarat #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
Hindu mythology suggests that the historic city of Benaras was founded by Lord Shiva. So it is no surprise that a partially submerged Shiva Temple is what draws people to visit Scindia Ghat. Legend has it that the temple has been sinking ever since its inception, one hundred and fifty years ago and will eventually submerge completely, unable to bear the weight of the ghat. The narrative says that there was a boy named Man Singh, who did not approve of his mother’s relationship with a gentleman. He decided to cut all ties with his mother. With the objective of clearing all debts, he arrived at Benaras and built this temple, the Ratneshwar Shiva Temple. When his mother arrived at the temple and learned of her sons plan, enraged, she cursed the temple. It is believed, ever since, that this temple remains submerged under water. SCINDIA GHAT, BENARES, UTTAR PRADESH Thought by ILF Expert Brijeshwari Gohil @brijeshwarigohil #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #discover_india #travelrealindia #india_undiscovered #igramming_india #instagood #theculturegully #indianphotography #photooftheday #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi #unesco #incredibleindia #instagramhub #instagood #india @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @cntravellerindia @natgeo @natgeotravellerindia @outlooktraveller @lonelyplanetmagazineindia @bbc_travel @history @pocket_bnw
Benares, one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited city, draws tourists from all over the world. Every nook and corner in what was previously called Kashi, has a story to tell. A mere fourteen kilometres from the city is the majestic Ramnagar Fort. Wooden boats float away in the Holy Ganges by the fort. This historic edifice was once the home to the King of Benares. Maharaja Balwant Singh in the 18th century commissioned the building of the red sandstone fort, with intricately carved balconies and a sprawling, open courtyard. What was once the Darbar Hall of the Raja, is now a museum for tourists. Jewel encrusted furniture, exquisite old clocks, ivory tools, historic weapons, armoury, beautiful silk costumes and an astronomical clock are some of the many antiques displayed at the museum. Though unfortunately not maintained brilliantly, the fort along with the museum and temple it houses are a must visit for the history seeker. RAMNAGAR FORT, BENARES, UTTAR PRADESH Thought by ILF Expert Brijeshwari Gohil @brijeshwarigohil #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #incredibleindia #unesco #photooftheday #photography #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi #theculturegully #india_gram #igramming_india #instagood #instagramhub @gopro @incredibleindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @natgeotravel @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @pocket_bnw @history
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A good ghost that drives away bad ones. Intrigued? Read on… Since ancient times in India, fire has been revered as a means of purification for each entity in this world and next. In the picture that you see above, panai patram (palm leaves) are being burnt on the day of Poornima, in the month of Kartika, (symbolically representing the rituals performed during Dussehra). This tradition retains the goodness in all devotees that visit the temple and burn their evil and inauspicious thoughts and karmas (works). Well, you are what your thoughts are. Let’s decode the title now. The good ghost that I was talking about can be seen in the picture above, just upon the intersection of the two walls. He is sitting with a bull figure of the pious Nandeshwara (the vehicle of Lord Shiva). With huge moustaches and a gigantic belly, the Shankha bhoot - a good ghost - fights terrible and dreadful ghosts, which come as obstacles to the devotees while performing rituals in the temple. Again, these ghosts can come in any form, large and small and even as tiny thoughts! It was indeed enlightening to know about how a single picture can have so many stories embedded in it. These intricate traditions, narrated to me by Pt. Kailash Natham from the temple are precious, like thin threads that help weave the complete cloth of Hindu temple culture. AMRITHAGHATESHWARAR ABHIRAMI TEMPLE, THIRUKADAIYUR, TAMIL NADU Thought by ILF Expert Aabdika Sharma @aabdika_artworks #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
In Hindu culture, every small or big event of life is a celebration. Going by its philosophy, life itself is a celebration, full of joy, music and dance, keeping God in the centre of it all. While conversing with the priest, Pt. Kailash Natham, I learnt about the complexity of the rituals here. Each homam or yagna performed here has a deep meaning, and covers important arenas of our life. After one year of birth, an Aptapoorthi Homam is performed for the child where his/her head is shaved off and ears are adorned with kundalas (earrings). After this, till 59 years of age, Ayush Homam is performed where various gods and goddesses in the Hindu religion are worshipped for the means of acquiring a specific goal. For example, Devi Lakshmi is revered for wealth and Devi Saraswati for knowledge. In this way, for health, power, wealth and many more benefits, this Ayush Homam is performed. On the completion of the 60th year of one's age, a Shashtipoorthi ceremony is performed. At the beginning of the 70th, the Bheema Ratha Shanth; 74th, the Vijaya Ratha Shanthi; 80th, the Sadabhishekam; 90th, the Manguda Abhishekam; and 100th, the Poorna Abhishekam are performed. In the above picture, you can see the Shashtipoorthi ritual being performed inside the premises of the temple. The festivals in this temple are celebrated with great pomp and show, with the Chaitra month (March-April) being the most significant of all. This month is also the first month of the Hindu calendar. During this month, every day, Lord Amritamritunjaya is seated on various vehicles like paliki, ratha, elephant or horse and is taken on a divine ride all around the different places of the village. With that, numerous Dhols (drums) and mantras can be heard, such as the Rudra mantra, Durga stotram, Devtaparayan and many more. AMRITHAGHATESHWARAR ABHIRAMI TEMPLE, THIRUKADAIYUR, TAMIL NADU Thought by ILF Expert Aabdika Sharma @aabdika_artworks #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photo
Amrithaghateshwara Abhirami Temple. This temple is as exquisite and divine as the name itself. “Amrita means the nectar, Ghata means pot and Ishwar is described as Lord Shiva. So, Amrita Ghateshwara is the nectar pot obtained while churning the milk ocean (also called Samudra Manthan). This nectar pot transformed into a shivalinga on its own, and was hence called swayambhu or self-appeared in nature,” said the head priest of the temple, Pt. Sivashri Thirukadaiyur V. Sundaramurthy Gurukkal. I was indeed blessed to have interviewed him. “From the necklaces of Mahavishnu, the necklaces that shine brighter than the sun, and are made of gold, silver and the navaratnas, emerged the Abha or sheen which transformed into Abhirami Devi.” This is how Pt. Kailash Natham, a priest from the temple, completed the significance behind the name of the temple, ending with Abhirami (Parvati devi). Subsequently, after a conversation with the temple priests, I learnt about the history of the temple, as written in the Vedic scriptures, the rituals, and also how tradition is so personal and yet so encompassing in all forms and features. This conversation is what forms the basis of my three part thought series, starting from this one. The name Thirukadaiyur, in Tamil, means the last village. It describes how the village is situated just 3 to 4 km from the ocean, just on the coastal line. Situated about 300 kilometers from Chennai, this place is quite blissful and naturally prosperous. In this village sits the temple you can see in the above picture. Amritamritunjaya (Lord Shiva) is the presiding deity of the temple. He is called so, because he defeated Dharmaraj Yama or death personified to save his devotee, Markandeya. The main deity is also referred to as “Bilwaranya Shivalinga”, or the shivalinga that emerged from beneath a bel tree/bel forest. AMRITHAGHATESHWARAR ABHIRAMI TEMPLE, THIRUKADAIYUR, TAMIL NADU Thought by ILF Expert Aabdika Sharma @aabdika_artworks #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #tr
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To commemorate her husband, Bhimdev I, Rani Udayamati of the Chalukya Dynasty commissioned this step well in 1063 CE. A 1304 CE composition by the Jain monk Merutunga, mentions that Udayamati, the daughter of Naravaraha Khangara, built this stepwell at Patan. The same composition also mentions that the stepwell was commissioned in 1063 and was completed after 20 years. . . Alongside the coy apsaras one would find the more fierce yoginis. Sometimes described as Kali, the yogini is depicted here with a skull stuck at the end of a human bone, probably a femur. The yogini appears to be dancing to the beats of a drum held by a dwarf. While she appears to wear jewelry similar to what is worn by the nagakanyas and apsaras, what sets her apart is her matted hair (jata) and the garment made of animal skin (as is evident from the tail still attached to it) . Caption by ILF Expert Chandra Shekhar Tampi Chandrasekhar Tampi ● Water body is a sacred space by itself. Vaav(Hindi), Vaavi (Tamil and Malayalam), Baavi (Telugu) are a sacred space by itself. The sculptures around the well, are the guardian mother Goddess of the well as seen by the Vishvakarma tradition. Caption by Prof. S. Jayachandran, IIIT-Hyd ● There are many sacred temples along the dried banks honoring the existence of the river that went gupt. Rani ki Vav would be one of them. Caption by ILF Expert Deepa Chakravarthy, Chennai @delhiberate RANI KI VAV, PATAN, GUJARAT, 11TH CENTURY. . . . . #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #GUJARAT #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #lgramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #_soi #discover_india #incredibleindia #enchantedindia #women #womensday
To commemorate her husband, Bhimdev I, Rani Udayamati of the Chalukya Dynasty commissioned this step well in 1063 CE. A 1304 CE composition by the Jain monk Merutunga, mentions that Udayamati, the daughter of Naravaraha Khangara, built this stepwell at Patan. The same composition also mentions that the stepwell was commissioned in 1063 and was completed after 20 years. . . Among the goddesses, Durga is portrayed here as Mahishasuramardini, literally the one who killed the buffalo (mahisha) demon (asura) Durga is a manifestation of Shakti or the divine feminine creative power and prominent goddess in the Hindu pantheon especially in Gujarat where the celebration of Navaratri centres around the worship of Shakti in its various forms. RANI KI VAV, PATAN, GUJARAT, 11TH CENTURY. Caption by Chandra Shekhar Tampi @delhiberate . . . @natgeotravellerindia @natgeoindia @bbc_travel @incredibleindia . . . . #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #GUJARAT #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #lgramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #_soi #discover_india #incredibleindia #enchantedindia #women #womensday #womenfromhistory
To commemorate her husband, Bhimdev I, Rani Udayamati of the Chalukya Dynasty commissioned this step well in 1063 CE. A 1304 CE composition by the Jain monk Merutunga, mentions that Udayamati, the daughter of Naravaraha Khangara, built this stepwell at Patan. The same composition also mentions that the stepwell was commissioned in 1063 and was completed after 20 years. Rani ki Vav, literally the queen’s step well (vav, vapi, baoli, baodi as it is known in various parts of India) was built by Rani Udaymati as a memorial to her husband, the Chalukya/Solanki ruler Bhima Deva in the latter half of the 11th century. The sacred memorial is built entirely below ground and as one descends the seven levels of stairs to reach the bottom, one would appear to have entered an inverted temple. Every nook and cranny of the intricately carved stepwell is sculpted in rich Solanki style and has a profusion of mythological and religious imagery including apsaras, yoginis, nagakanya, ashtadikpalas and icons of Ganesha, Kubera, Surya, Bhairava and Mahishasuramardini. However an inordinate amount of attention appears to have been paid to Vishnu and his various avataras/manifestation, including the rarely depicted Kalki. Buried deep in sand, brought on by the constant flooding of the river Saraswati, the Vav was desilted by the ASI towards the end of the last century. Step wells such as Rani ki Vav not only functioned as reservoirs to store and conserve water in arid areas, especially in summer, they also served as social spaces for people to meet and interact (to a limited extent given the strictures of caste etc.) RANI KI VAV, PATAN, GUJARAT, 11TH CENTURY. Caption by ILF Expert Chandra Shekhar Tampi @delhiberate #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #women #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #women #womensday #womenfromhistory @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals
This intriguing temple situated in the bounds of Kanpur has an interesting structure. It looks as though the nearly parabolic form of the temple draws its inspiration from a Buddhist Stupa. In place of a spherical dome, the form is nearly parabolic and resembles a traditional temple shikhara. JAGANNATH TEMPLE, KANPUR Thought by ILF Expert Aditi Garg @ar.aditigarg #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
Both the temple and the idol of the preceding deity are less ornate but the sanctum sanctorum has a divine feel to it. In addition to the idols of Lord Jagannath and Baldao, there are idols of the Sun god and Lord Padmanabham. Behind Lord Jagannath’s idol is a panel carved with the dashavtar. JAGANNATH TEMPLE, KANPUR Thought by ILF Expert Aditi Garg @ar.aditigarg #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
Placed on a high plinth and surrounded by open spaces, the temple has a unique serenity attached to it. It might not be an elaborate ornate structure, but it has an edge to it owing to the wonderous properties of the construction materials and techniques. In addition to predicting the monsoons adequately, the temple is equipped with a feature called Neela Chakra. This is primarily a lightning conductor which has protected this temple from being hit by lightning. Though the composition of this disc still remains a mystery, it helps in keeping this marvelous structure and the deity intact for the devotees. JAGANNATH TEMPLE, KANPUR Thought by ILF Expert Aditi Garg @ar.aditigarg #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
Maa Ramchandi Temple is located along the banks of the River Brahmani, in the village of Nadhera in Odissa. The colourful temple with Nagara style architecture looks unique and attracts people's attention. Though the temple is small, its shikara stands tall, adding a touch of grandeur to the structure. The small structure consists of a garbhagriha and a mandapam attached to it, where people gather to pray to the deity. MAA RAMCHANDI PURANA AMANGA, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Andal Rajaragavan @bindhu_rr #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
The intricate designs on the structure act as a feast to the eyes. The ornamented columns with elements like floral designs and lotus motifs indicate femininity. It is surrounded by gardens and trees that provide not only shade but also enhance the microclimate of the temple. The pleasant environment brings silence to the soul and refreshes the mind, offering a sense of the divine. The banyan trees serve as a place for the people to gather, conveying the rural character and social function of the temple. MAA RAMCHANDI PURANA AMANGA, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Andal Rajaragavan @bindhu_rr #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
The Makar Festival is celebrated with great pomp and spirit here. The whole place is decorated in different colours, with flowers and other ornamental elements adding a festive feel. The festival is led and organized by women, giving it that special element. As part of the festival, more than 1000 women take out the kalash yatra and immerse the kalasa in the Brahmani River. The Makar Mela and Jatra are also conducted in this ceremony. MAA RAMCHANDI PURANA AMANGA, ODISHA Thought by ILF Expert Andal Rajaragavan @bindhu_rr #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
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The gardens of Kashmir were idyllic retreats for the Mughal royal family, who would come and camp in them for several days. The Mughal camp usually consisted of tents, and some of them were very elaborately decorated, with rich textiles suited to the status of the royal occupants. Soon pavilions began to be added to the gardens as well, and at the very basic level, the structure of a pavilion is very like the structure of a tent. It consists of a roof supported on pillars, with sides that could either be left open to let in light and air, or closed with draperies of fabric or other material to provide privacy or a shelter from the elements. NUR JAHAN’S GARDEN, ACHABAL, KASHMIR Thought by ILF Expert Swapna Liddle @liddleswapna #amitpasricha #indiafound #indialostandfound #panorama #panoramist #indianphotography #storiesofindia #incredibleindia #unesco #_soi #india_undiscovered #discover_india #photography #indianphoto #igramming_india #theculturegully @gopro @goproindia @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites @bbc_travel @natgeotravel @natgeoindia @outlooktraveller @pocket_bnw @history @artofvisuals
The pillared walls of the majestic complex, built atop a lotus-shaped plan, are covered in intricate carvings and jagged inscriptions from the Ramayana, the Mahabharata, and other ancient texts. The temple encompasses three different yet axially-aligned and integrated structures of Surya Kund, Sabha Mandapa and Gund Mandapa. The idol of Surya, which the sun's first rays kissed around the equinox, was kept in the Guda Mandapa, the sanctum of splendor and faintness. The assembly hall, also known as the Sabha mandapa, symbolized the spiritual glories of the times when people flocked to every available space to pray under a canopy supported by 52 incredibly intricately carved pillars. The majestic 100 sq m stepwell used to aid people for the ceremonial ambulation before prayers, and was guarded by no less than 108 shrines of different deities, leading the way to the Torana or the stone doorway proceeding towards the temple. SUN TEMPLE, MODHERA, GUJARAT Thought by ILF Expert Saloni Choudhary #Indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #storiesofindia #SunTemple #indiancities #Modhera #discover_india #architecture #indiapictures #incredibleindia #photography #theculturegully #travelindia @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unseco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
There resides no idol of Surya in the sanctum today, neither does the roof above it, but the faceless sculptures watch each and everything with a blank expression still. The temple courtyard doesn’t hold any prayers or festivals now, but the sanctity of the space has not been forgotten by the curious souls that wander around here. Each day when the sun goes down, leaving the sky stained with beautiful orange hues and the birds fly back to their nests, the dominating silhouette of the Sun Temple stand out as a proud reminder of the glorious past. The shattered soul of ancient Hindu spirituality keeps living on inside the sculpted walls. SUN TEMPLE, MODHERA, GUJARAT Thought by ILF Expert Saloni Choudhary #Indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #storiesofindia #SunTemple #indiancities #Modhera #discover_india #architecture #indiapictures #incredibleindia #photography #theculturegully #travelindia @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unseco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @pocket_bnw
The renowned Sun Temple of Modhera is situated against the backdrop of the River Pushpavati, encircled by a terra-formed landscape of blossoming trees and the chirping of birds. The Sun Temple ruins at Modhera are artefacts from a bygone era when veneration for the natural elements—fire, air, earth, water, and sky—was at its height and shared space with a wide variety of Vedic god appearances. In 1027 AD, Bhimdev I of the Chalukya dynasty established the temple complex as a gift to Surya, the sun deity. The city of Modhera has seen numerous transformations and has housed settlements over time, with roots going back to antiquity. Its majestic grandeur is complemented by the sight of the River Pushpavati blending flawlessly with blossoming trees and the pleasant song of birds. The terra-formed garden that surrounds the temple piques one's aesthetic senses, while the poetic inscriptions on the sandstone walls enchant and transport visitors back in time to numerous hitherto untold tales. SUN TEMPLE, MODHERA, GUJARAT Thought by ILF Expert Saloni Choudhary #Indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #storiesofindia #SunTemple #indiancities #Modhera #discover_india #architecture #indiapictures #incredibleindia #photography #theculturegully #travelindia @gopro @goproindia @incredibleindia @unseco @unescoworldheritagesites @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel
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Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone! Love comes in so many forms; that’s the beauty of it ❤️ 💌 These pictures captured the relationship between a circus elephant and the trainer’s daughter taken by #JohnDrysdale in England from the 1980s. “The girl grew up with the elephant and they became best friends, playing with one another daily. They simply liked being together, and, since the elephant had an unusual ability to sit on his haunches, they were able to be close with physical ease.” quoted the photographer Who’s your valentine? #TheCultureGully #ValentinesDay #Valentines #Valentine #Galentine
Bikaner’s Gajner Palace, bestowed with architectural finery and stunning geography, was His Highness Maharaja Ganga Singh’s passion project, which he created around the boundaries of his colourful city of Bikaner. During Edwardian times, the castle was used as a hunting lodge where the Maharaja of Bikaner would entertain his visitors. It has hosted the Prince of Wales, Lord Mountbatten, Lord Elwin, and several other dignitaries throughout it history, Though the palace has been renovated today, many of its original features have been preserved to provide guests and visitors a genuine palace experience. GAJNER, BIKANER, RAJASTHAN Thought by ILF Expert Saloni Choudhary #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panorama #panoramist #india_undiscovered #travelrealindia #storiesofindia #_soi #_coi #theculturegully #unesco #rajasthan #indianphotography #india_gram #instagood #igramming_india #indianphoto #incredibleindia @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @lonelyplanetmagazineindia @history @outlooktraveller @cntravellerindia @bbc_travel @natgeo @unesco @unescoworldheritagesites
We'll written ofc not by me.. Hit message to get your illustrations done, they look damn gorgeous. #hilaalthecrescent #hilaal #digitalillustration #new #hilaalthecrescent #hilaalbytalat #talatjabin #illustrationoftheday #browngirls #digitalart #sabyasachi #womenofillustration #southasianart #artistsoninstagram #desigirl #desiart #desiartist #theculturegully #indianillustrator #fashionillustrator #southasiancommunity #crownthebrown #browngirimagic #southasianqueens #desijoint #desifashion
Folk art in India reflects the country’s diverse cultural heritage and traditions. From intricate Madhubani paintings of Bihar to the colorful Warli art of Maharashtra, India’s folk art forms celebrate spirituality, nature, and everyday life. Each region boasts its unique style, techniques, and motifs, passed down through generations. The Phad paintings of Rajasthan depict mythological narratives with bold colors and detailed figures, while the Pattachitra art of Odisha narrates stories from Hindu epics on cloth or palm leaves. Which is your favourite art form and where did you learn it from? Rooftop, @rooftop_app, offers a unique platform for enthusiasts to delve into this world of folk art through immersive workshops. @kartikurious’ vision embodies a blend of technology and tradition, as participants gather virtually atop the digital rooftops to explore India’s rich folk art heritage. To learn these artforms you can head to @rooftop_app —- Graphic designed by Team TCG #TheCultureGully #ArtOfIndia #IndianArt #ArtWork #TraditionalArt #Artists #IndianArtists #RooftopApp
#ramchandi #konark #india #temple #odishatourism #odisha #sun #traveller #2024 #1425 #wanderlust #travelphotography #odishadiaries #travelling #incredibleindia #travelgram #travel #puri #beach #carvings #vacation #anandahuja #holidays #familytime #konarktrip #theculturegully #friends #odisha_igers #travelblog #indialove
Happy Republic Day everyone! 🇮🇳 Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first president of India, presided over the final meeting of the constituent parliament on January 24, 1950, at 11 a.m. on a Tuesday at the constitution hall in New Delhi. Regarding the national anthem, Dr. Prasad said the following. “The song Vande Mataram, which has played a significant role in the fight for Indian freedom, will be honored equally with Jana Gana Mana and shall have equal status with it. (Applause)” The wording and music known as Jana Gana Mana is the National Anthem of India. However, the Government may authorize word changes for this composition as needed. I hope the members will be satisfied with this. Here is a news clipping of a front page article from Hindustan Times reporting the event on the next day - 25th January, 1950 #TheCultureGully #RepublicDay #India #Republic
The Amar Mahal Palace is a palace in Jammu that has been converted into a museum. It was designed by a French architect in the nineteenth century for Raja Amar Singh, a Dogra king, along the lines of a French Chateau. Dr. Karan Singh donated the palace to the Hari-Tara charitable trust for use as a museum. There are numerous exhibits, including a 120-kilogram golden throne, Pahari miniature and Kangra miniature paintings, a library of 25,000 antique books, and numerous rare art collections. AMAR MAHAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY, JAMMU, 20th CENTURY Thought by ILF Expert Rohit Kumar Shaw @definitely_not_an_athlete47 #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
The museum also houses the works of renowned Indian artists such as M.F. Hussain, J. Swaminathan, G. R. Santosh, Bikash Battacharjee, Ram Kumar, and Laxman Pai. Paintings of Hindu epic stories, such as Nala Damayanti (a set of forty-seven miniature paintings), are depicted in one of the galleries. Modern versions of the Dashavatara paintings (ten avatars of the Hindu god Vishnu) are also on display in the Museum's ante-chamber. These are an unusual set of modern art paintings. Family portraits of Jammu and Kashmir's Dogra rulers are on display in the Durbar Hall's entrance gallery. A few chambers on the first and second floors house the library, which has a collection of rare antique books (25,000) ranging from religion, philosophy, and political science to fiction. An exclusive chamber in the museum, once the living quarters of the Maharani (later known as the Maharajmata) Tara Devi, is conserved and exhibited in its original form, containing a silver bedspread, period furniture, photographs, the decoration of the Crown of India presented to her in 1945, her personal items of clothing, and the unique Victorian bath room. AMAR MAHAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY, JAMMU, 20th CENTURY Thought by ILF Expert Rohit Kumar Shaw @definitely_not_an_athlete47 #indiafound #indialostandfound #amitpasricha #panoramist #INDIAPICTURES #storiesofindia #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #photooftheday #history #solotravel #YourShotPhotographer #photography #instagramhub #natgeo #NGTIndia #instagood @gopro @natgeotravellerindia @bbc_travel @outlooktraveller @artofvisuals @ulonelyplanetindia @incredibleindia @history @pocket_bnw @unesco @lonelyplanet @natgeo @lonelyplanetmagazineindia
#ExploreHistory: This picture showcases @priyankachopra , @larabhupathi and @diamirzaofficial in the year 1999 after the three won their Femina Miss India titles. At this moment, the trio didn’t know that they would eventually create history. In the year 2000, India created history by becoming the only country in the world ever to sweep all three international beauty titles. While Lara Dutta went on to win Miss Universe, Priyanka Chopra won Miss World and Dia Mirza went on to win Miss Asia Pacific. Which beauty queen from India has been your favourite? #TheCultureGully . . . . . . #indiagram #india #indialove #indiapictures #indiaclicks #indiatravelgram #indiaphotography #indiafeature #indiashutterbugs #pageant #pageantry #pageantlife #pageantqueen #pageantdress #pageantlovers #pageantmakeup #beautypageant #diamirza #laradutta #priyankachopra
Yesteryear’s Bombay captured beautifully by @shoyebfarooqui Walking into Yazdani bakery, feels like entering a time capsule where you are instantly whisked away to the 1950s, the very era when the bakery first opened its doors. The Irani family, who runs this business, has a deep baking tradition, starting with their ancestors who were bakers in Iran and continued in India. Parvez Irani, who runs this bakery now, spoke of how his grandfather established a bakery in Mumbai, where his grandmother baked and his grandfather sold the bread. In 1950, Yazdani was founded by his father after parting ways with a partnership business. Do try their Bun Muska and Chai when you head there. #TheCultureGully #Bombay #Mumbai
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Sarees of South India ft. @namrata.kumar.art —- The sarees from South India include the Chettinad, Gadwal, Kanjeevaram, Kornad, Mysore and Pochampally sarees among many other. The Konrad sarees are temple sarees which are conferred to be the most coveted sarees from Tamil Nadu. Which sarees originating from South India are your favourite? #TheCultureGully [Sarees, Sari, South India, Indian Sarees, Indian Traditional Wear, Traditional Wear, Konrad, Kanjeevaram]
Every stone has it’s history ✨ #konarksuntemple #konark #india #temple #odishatourism #odisha #sun #traveller #travelphotography #odishadiaries #travelling #incredibleindia #travelgram #travel #puri #beach #carvings #vacation #anandahuja #holidays #familytime #konarktrip #theculturegully #friends #odisha_igers #travelblog #indialove
Super excited to be performing in Chennai this season, and sharing the stage once again with @sadhana.g Thank you Rathna aunty @chetked2, so very much for these opportunities, for training us so arduously, and having faith in us to bring your vision to the stage. Thank you so much for your contact support and guidance! All the events are open to all, so please do come if you are able to! Would love to see everybody! #indiandancers #indiandancerscommunity #classicaldancers #bharatanatyam #composition #indianclassicaldancer #indianclassicaldance #dancersofinstagram #dancepractice #basics #dancers #india #classical #classicaldance #dancelife #essenceofindianart #dance #dancerthings #worldofartists #indianclassicaldancers #indiandance #indianculture #indianart #narthanam #Indianclassicaldancers #indiandance #theculturegully #kalaathilakam #onedancemag #nrityatandava
I'm very excited to be performing for the first time in Chennai with @bhavanagollapudi. It is really a privilege to be performing during the season. And all thanks goes to our guru Dr. Rathna Kumar @chetked2 for her faith in us and for giving us these opportunities. Her unwavering support and effort in putting together these performances has been tremendous. All events are open to everyone. Do come if you are around! #kuchipudi #indianclassicaldance #dancersofinstagram #classicaldance #indianclassicaldancers #indianculture #indianart #narthanam #indiandance #theculturegully #kuchipudigrama #kuchipudiglobal #kalaathilakam #onedancemag #nrityatandava #dancer #essenceofindianart #bharatnatyam #margazhi #margazhiinchennai #chennai #seasonschedule
Exploring Amritsar with my talented friend, kunal88del, was a memorable journey of capturing incredible moments. 💫✨ Captured by the talented kunal88del, these photos beautifully showcase the vibrant culture of Amritsar. 📸🌆 Join me, Ravi Varma, a seasoned photographer and avid blogger, as I take you on a visual adventure through my lens and pen. 🌍📝 Let's explore the rich heritage and hidden gems of India together, one photo at a time. 📷💫 #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia 🌟
Exploring Amritsar with the talented Kunal Khurana, capturing the city's beauty from every angle. 📸✨ ⠀ Photo credit: kunal88del ⠀ Follow @ravi_clicks92 for more captivating travel stories and stunning visuals. 🌍📸 ⠀ #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia
Exploring Amritsar with the incredibly talented kunal88del ✨ Capturing the essence of this beautiful city through Kunal's lens is truly a mesmerizing experience. 📷✨ Don't miss out on his stunning feed for more incredible shots! 🌟 Follow @ravi_clicks92 for more captivating stories through the lens of a seasoned photographer. 🌍✨📸 Remember to always chase your passion and discover the world, one photo at a time. 🌎🔍💫 . © Kunal Khurana All rights reserved. . Instagram: www.instagram.com/kunal88del . #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia
📸 Exploring the beautiful Amritsar through Kunal's lens! ✨ Captured by the talented kunal88del, this photo takes us on a journey filled with vibrant colors, rich culture, and timeless heritage. ✨🌍 Join @ravi_clicks92 as he showcases the world's hidden treasures, one captivating photo at a time. 🌟✈️📷 #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia 🌏✨
Exploring Amritsar with the talented Kunal Khurana ✨ Captured by the incredible kunal88del ✨✨✨✨✨ #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia ✨✨✨✨✨ Follow the talented photographer @ravi_clicks92 for more stunning captures! 📸✨
Amritsar through the lens of Kunal Khurana ✨ Get ready to be captivated by @ravi_clicks92 as he takes us on a visual journey to the stunning city of Amritsar. With an eye for detail and a passion for storytelling, Ravi crafts captivating narratives through his lens and pen. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, rich history, and cultural heritage of Amritsar as you scroll through these incredible photographs. Each frame tells a unique story, inviting you to explore the hidden gems and iconic landmarks that make this city so special. From the awe-inspiring Golden Temple to the bustling streets of the old town, let @ravi_clicks92 be your guide to a world of extraordinary beauty. Join him on this photographic adventure and experience the magic of Amritsar, one photo at a time. 📸 Captured by: Kunal Khurana 🔗 Follow @ravi_clicks92 to see more captivating visual stories . . . #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia
📷 Capturing the Essence of Amritsar with kunal88del 🌇 ✨ Immerse yourself in the vibrant streets and majestic landmarks of Amritsar through the lens of kunal88del. ✨ 🏰 From the iconic Golden Temple to the charming streets, this photo series beautifully showcases the rich cultural heritage of Amritsar. 🌙 📸 Join @ravi_clicks92 on a visual journey as he collaborates with talented photographer kunal88del to bring you the true essence of Amritsar. 🌍 🔍 Experience the beauty of India through stunning photography and captivating storytelling. 📖✨ 📍 Discover more incredible shots like these on kunal88del's Instagram account. Don't miss out on this extraordinary visual adventure! ✨ 👉 Follow @ravi_clicks92 for more breathtaking travel photography and compelling stories that will inspire your wanderlust! ✈️📷 #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia
Exploring the enchanting city of Amritsar through the lens of Kunal Khurana. 💫 Captured moments that transport you to a different world. 📸✨ All rights reserved to the brilliant photographer kunal88del. Follow his incredible journey at www.instagram.com/kunal88del. 🌍 #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia Photographer: kunal88del ᴘʜᴏᴛᴏɢʀᴀᴘʜᴇʀ ʀᴀᴠɪ ᴠᴀʀᴍᴀ: Seasoned Photographer | Avid Blogger Crafting stories through my lens and pen. 🖋️ Explore the world with me, one photo at a time. 🌎✨ Follow for more captivating visuals from around the globe. @ravi_clicks92 📷
Exploring the vibrant streets of Amritsar with kunal88del. ✨✨ . 📸 Photo credit: kunal88del. 📸 . Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of India through Kunal's lens. Follow @ravi_clicks92 for more breathtaking shots and captivating stories that will transport you to different corners of the world. 🌎📚 . #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia
📸 Exploring the vibrant streets of Jaipur with kunal88del 🌟 Captured by the talented kunal88del, this breathtaking shot perfectly encapsulates the magic of Jaipur. The colors, the architecture, and the rich culture all come together in this stunning frame, transporting us to a world of wonder. Follow @ravi_clicks92 for more captivating moments like this, as Ravi Varma takes us on a visual journey around the globe. With his seasoned photography skills and captivating storytelling ability, Ravi crafts stories that will leave you inspired and yearning for adventure. Don't miss out! Hit that follow button and join Ravi in exploring the world, one photo at a time. 🌎✨ #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #pushkar #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia
"Jaipur's vibrant colors captured in a frame by the talented Kunal Khurana. 📸✨ Join me, Ravi Varma, a seasoned photographer and avid blogger, as I take you on an enchanting journey through my lens and pen. 🌍📝 Explore the hidden gems of Jaipur and immerse yourself in its rich heritage and culture. 💫✨ Follow @ravi_clicks92 for more breathtaking shots and inspiring stories. 💙😊 #othallofframe #aageseright #lookslikefilm #worldnomads #travelxphoto #lpmi #_coi #Igramming_india #indianphoto #india_gram #india_undiscovered #yourshot_india #TheCultureGully #_soi #incredibleindia #travelrealindia #discover_india #instagood #instagramhub #goodearth #tourism #pushkar #artofvisuals #agameoftones #exploretocreate #lonelyplanetindia #heritage #myindia"