Standing tall amidst the hustle and bustle of Shivajinagar in the heart of Bangalore, St. Mary’s Basilica is the most historic and ancient church not only in the city bust also in the whole of Karnataka State. Even the shrine built outside the church attracts the worshipers. The statue of Mother Mary inside the shrine is draped in a new sari daily, offered by pious devotees. This Gothic church is a place of pilgrimage for …
An annual event taking place in New Delhi, the International Mango Festival lasts two days, displaying a wide variety of mangoes. Inaugurated in 1987, the festival is organised by the New Delhi Municipal Council, the National Horticultural Board, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority, and the Delhi Tourism and Transportation Development Corporation. Bringing together over 45 mango growers from different parts of India, including Delhi, Gujarat, Bihar and Uttar Pradesh, the festival …
One of the largest metropolitan areas in India, Delhi is a vibrant city that boasts a rich cultural heritage. While the city is constantly developing, amidst the evolving cityscape one will also find a range of historic attractions and monuments that provide a fascinating insight into the history of this part of the country. Humayun’s Tomb, Connaught Place, India Gate and Akshardham Temple are a few of the many sites of interest one will find …
