Tag Archives: India
Matrimandir – Showcasing India’s Spirituality
0For a structure to be imbued with sanctity, it does not have to connote religious importance or display a long history etched in its walls. The aura and spirit that surrounds such a structure itself can bestow sanctity upon it and make it precious to anyone who experiences what it offers. A shining example of this fact is the Matrimandir, which is located in Auroville, known to be a universal township of humanity in Pondicherry. …
Kathakali Traditional Dance, a unique form of artistic expression
0Kathakali is a unique and distinctive form of dance native to the Indian state of Kerala. It is considered to be one of India’s most esteemed artistic styles and a magnificent achievement of the imagination. This stylized form of entertainment featuring a blending of dance and drama enacts stories from Hindu myth and legend, such as the Mahabharata, Ramayana and other epics. In its original form the dance form only featured men, but in latter …
Rashtrapati Bhavan, a magnificent compound
0The imposing Rashtrapati Bhavan is the official residence of the President of India. This name is used to signify the mansion itself, or the entire 320 acre compound including the vast gardens, expansive open spaces and other features. Few residences of the Head of State anywhere in the world compare with the Rashtrapati Bhavan in size, magnificence or beauty. Today the compound stands as a symbol of Indian independence and national pride. The building was …
