Category: heritage
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Welcome to Banteay Srei, #Cambodia
Banteay Srei was the only major temple at Angkor not built for the king. The temple’s original name was Tribhuvanamahesvara — “great lord of the threefold world” — named as usual after the central image (in this case a Shaivite linga). The modern name, Banteay Srei — “citadel of the women” or “citadel of beauty”…
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#Amritsar Memories : Attari – #Wagah border and FarmStay #vacations
The final part of the #Amritsar experience is rounded off by a visit to the Attari (Indian Side village) – Wagah (Pakistan side village) border and a visit to a Farm Stay, a concept that seems to be catching up and should a huge boost to the tourism sector and thereby incomes in the state.
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A Rejuvenated #Amritsar – Part 3 Heritage street, Guru ka Langar and Jallianwala Bagh
Part 1 of my blog on a rejuvenated Amritsar focused on the newest attraction in town, The Partition Museum, dedicated to the pain and suffering endured by millions during one of the largest and most brutal mass migration in history. The museum has since officially opened for viewing and more sections are being opened in…
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A Rejuvenated #Amritsar – Part 2 Darbar Sahib (The Golden Temple)
The Darbar Sahib well known as The Golden Temple is among the holiest of Sikh Gurudwaras (Gateway to the Guru). Moving beyond text books, calendar pages, i yearned for a visit.
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A Rejuvenated Amritsar Part 1- The Partition Museum
Harmandir Sahib or The Golden Temple as it is known worldwide, The Akal Takht, Jallianwala Bagh and Attari – Wagah border are the regular attractions in a 1N2D itinerary of Amritsar. Now, all that is set to change and a rejuvenated Amritsar is inviting you to stay a little longer and explore.
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The Sweetness of Chettinad – Part 2
Chettinad is in the heart of Tamilnadu. The region played an important role in connecting India with the far east via Trade. Chettinad and its people made huge contributions in the area of Art, architecture, Textiles, Food and art of handling money.
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The Sweetness of Chettinad – Part 1
Chettinad brings together art, history, culture, business, trade and cuisine.
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