When Earth was abducted
When Earth was abducted
Pahari painting, 17th Century, Lord Vishnu as Varaha rescues Mother Earth
“Oh Mother Earth, whose garments are the oceans, and who is adorned by mountains and forests, Consort of Vishnu, Pardon me Mother, for setting foot on You!”
Earth Day is being celebrated around the world today
Most communities and societies around the world worshipped, or at least recognized the importance of nature and…
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Stepwells of India
India the Continent masquerading as a country: Part 4
Stepwells of India
Jasmine Trails Travel Guides
Stepwells! Well you have probably never heard of them. No need to worry, this Jasmine Trails Travel Guidefocuses exclusively on the intricacies and glories of the Stepwells of India. Stepwells are the architectural world’s equivalent of an endangered species. Victoria Lautman, the author of…
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Turbans of India
India the Continent masquerading as a country: Part 3
Turbans of India
Jasmine Trails Travel Guides
Significance and history are woven into the very fabric of the Turbans of India
The style of the turban is important, as this represent the individual’s caste, religion, profession and the specific geographic region the person belongs to. The turbans of India are extremely significant and have a…
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The Dances of India
The Dances of India
India the Continent masquerading as a country: Part 2
Dances of India
Jasmine Trails Travel Guides
Like India, the Dances of India are equally diverse in their nature and origins. The Dances of India are broadly classified as classical or folk. The former are usually spiritual in content and the latter are also spiritual but are usually reserved for special cultural or religious events.
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The Continent masquerading as a Country
The Continent masquerading as a Country
India the Continent masquerading as a Country: Part 1
Jasmine Trails Travel Guides
Believe it of not, India is the Continent masquerading as a Country. India is the most, geographically, religiously, racially, ethnically and linguistically diverse nations in the world. The seventh largest and soon to be the most populous country in the world!
Geographically, from the highest mountains in to…
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Your southern India guide in a nutshell
Your southern India guide in a nutshell
A Jasmine Trails travel guide
The cities and towns that we cover in this guide are:
Chennai- Mamallapuram- Pondicherry- Gangaikoda Cholapuram- Kumbakonam- Thanjavur (Tanjore)- Madurai- Thekkady- Kumarakom- Cochin
Chennai
Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is a 400-year-old city. The Portuguese arrived in 1522 and built a port named São Tomé, after the apostle St. Thomas, who preached here AD 52…
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India In Pictures, Photography Tour. 06 - 21 November 2019 Want to travel to India but don't know quite where to start? https://tours.jasminetrails.com/india-in-pictures-photography-tour.html Discovered at Jasmine Trails, Bandhwari, India. See more at Trover
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10 Must-bring items when you pack for India
10 Must-bring items when you pack for India
When traveling to places you are unfamiliar with it can be a challenge to decide what to take and what to leave behind. What can you buy locally and what are the must-bring items when you make that India packing list? This is a list of the basic 10 must-bring items when you pack for India.
Travel insurance
You absolutely must get travel insurance no matter where you travel. Even if you are…
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What to pack for India
What to pack for India
What to pack for India Congratulations! You have taken the plunge (or are about to) and are set to come to India.
Now, packing for a trip can be stressful and confusing especially if you are going to a country that you know little about. Take a look at this list of what to pack for India to help you get the basics in place.
Remember, India is a conservative place even though you will…
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Some interesting facts about India
Some interesting facts about India
Did You Know? India is home to 36 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
This is no wonder given India’s very ancient and rich history. Numerous empires and dynasties ruled this subcontinent over the last 2000 years, each one contributing not just to the cultural and religious heritage but also to its architectural heritage. The country also has unique geography and geology, from deserts to…
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