Holi is basically an Indian Festival which is celebrated in Spring season. It is also known as the festival of colors and fun. It is a traditional Hindu festival, though very popular in other religions also.It is commonly celebrated in India, Nepal and other regions of the world with significant populations of Hindus, or people from Indian origin.But because of its colour filled celebration, it is now also being celebrated in many parts of Europe and North America. [Read more…]
Chittorgarh Fort – The Pride of Rajasthan
Chittorgarh Fort, also known as Chittaur Fort, is credited as one of the largest forts of India. The fort is located on a high hill near the Gambheri River in Chittorgarh and lies at a distance of 112 km from the city of Udaipur in Rajasthan, India and undoubtedly can be called as “Pride of Rajasthan”. This huge fort covers an area of 700 acres, extending to 3 km in length and 13 km in peripheral length. There are numerous palaces and towers inside the fort that are worth to be visited. [Read more…]
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, as the name suggests, is celebrated in China to mark the first day of the New Year in Chinese calendar, which is different from the Gregorian calendar. It is also known as the Lunar New Year and celebrations generally last for about15 days.
This festival starts with the New Moon of the new year and ends on the full moon 15 days later. The 15th day of the new year is called the Lantern Festival, which is celebrated at night with lantern displays. [Read more…]
Capilano Suspension Bridge
The Capilano Suspension Bridge, originally built-in 1889, is a simple suspension bridge crossing the Capilano River in the District of North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. The bridge is 140 meters (460 ft.) long and 70 meters (230 ft.) above the river ( ooooo.. quite shivering :p ). It is part of a private facility, with an admission fee, and draws over 800,000 visitors a year as there are so many things around to see.
Bora Bora Island
Bora Bora island is situated in the middle of the South of Pacific ocean at latitude 16° 30′ 0″ S and longitude 151° 45′ 0″ W and lies just an hour’s flight away from the islands of Tahiti and Moorea.It is basically an island in the western part of the Society Islands. [Read more…]
Taj Mahal – The Epitome Of Love
The Taj Mahal which is known as epitome of love is truly a wonder. It is the pride of the nation. Truly described by Rabindra Nath as “a tear on the face of eternity“. It is a white marble mausoleum located in Agra which is a city in Uttar Pradesh, India. [Read more…]
Top 5 Reasons Why One Should Experience Hostel Life
Hostel is a home away from home. Hostel life is a great experience I think people should have. Some people who have not experience this might think that hostel life is full of hardships. Though in initial days everyone feel homesick. But once days keep going, you will start enjoying this Hostel life. This was also the same case for me, but after spending 6 years in hostel I can say that those were the golden days of life. [Read more…]
Karwa Chauth : Festival to strengthen bond between married couples
India is the country of festivals. India has a vast and diverse heritage. One of the holiest and auspicious Hindu festivals is Karwa Chauth. Karwa Chauth is a fasting ritual carried out by all married Hindu women and it is usually before Diwali. They believe that this festival brings prosperity, longevity and well-being of their husbands. [Read more…]
