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The Great Indian Elephant

The word ?India? conjures up vivid images of a colorful mystical country of snake charmers and of course- The Elephant. ? An Iconic symbol of India, the Indian elephant is a part of every day lives in the country. The Indian Elephant goes back to the mythologies. It is believed that the Gods ?Deva? and the demons ?Asura? churned the oceans during ?sagar manthan? for the elixir of life - ?that would make them immortal?and thus surfaced the ?navratnas? (nine jewels). One of these jewels was the elephant. The elephant is, therefore, considered absolutely precious to be preserved and ...

The Best of India: Top Forts in India

India is a country rich with history, considered as a country by some as one of the most ancient and living civilizations. Over the Centuries India has been ruled by number of dynasties each of which have left their mark creating what is today considers historical sites. The Forts, Palaces and Monuments carrying stories and legacies of their rule, existence and splendor right through the years while still standing tall today. ? No trip to India is complete without visiting some of these forts. While Rajasthan has the most number of forts in India, other forts are dotted across man...

Chokhi Dhani- Experience Rajasthan across India

Originally built as an ethnic village resort in Jaipur to showcase authentic Rajasthani village culture, Chokhi Dhani is now a brand name in itself. With mini re-created Rajasthani villages popping up in different cities across India it is possible to experience the essence of rural Rajasthan without having to travel to the state. Started in 1989 to create an ethnic ambiance for a restaurant, over the years Chokhi Dhani has evolved as a tasteful and authentic symbol of ethnic village life of this most colorful state in the country. Today, the name of Chokhi Dhani is synonymous with Rajast...

Tata Nano: The People's Car Hit's Indian Roads!

Tata unveiled what will be the cheapest car to hit the road anywhere in the world: Tata Nano at the Auto Expo 2008. The small car, which is priced at Rs100, 000 (2,500 dollars), will hit the Indian roads March 23rd, 2009. Ever since the Tatas announced their intention of developing the 1 lakh car (touted as people's car), the auto industry experts raised doubts over the price, features, safety and specifications of Tata Nano, but they've all been dismissed was released! Have a look at specifications and other aspects of the Tata Nano, the four door mini-hatchback.

The Best of India: Geographical facts

India, one of the world's most ancient and living civilizations is the 7th largest country in the world. With 2.4 per cent of the total surface area of the world, many of the Indian states themselves are larger than a number countries of the world. The geography of India is a showcase of diversity as it's landscape varies from snow-capped peaks to deserts, plains, rainforests, hills, and plateaus. From the highest mountains in the world to a vast coastline of over 7000km, from the barren and hot Thar desert to the second coldest inhabited place on earth...India has a number of interestin...

Saving The Royal Bengal Tiger

Even though Bengal Tigers are at the top of their ecosystem they are now an endangered species with a recorded tiger population of only 1,411 in 2008 as compared to 3,500 in the 1990's with this figure drastically dropping each year. The primary reason attributed to this increasing drop in numbers is poaching for tiger skins and bones resulting in a total or almost wipe out of tigers in many Indian Wildlife Tiger Reserves. India has to decide whether it wants to keep the tiger or not. It has to decide if it is worthwhile to keep its National Symbol, its icon, representing wildlife. It has ...

A.R Rahman - Indian Music Composer and Golden Globe ...

Known as the "Mozart of Madras" A.R Rahman is one of the world's top 10 all-time top selling recording artists which is a huge achievement. With over a 100 movies under his belt as a composer, singer and music director this Music genius revolutionized Indian film music over a decade ago and continues to do so today. Here's a look into A.R Rahman's Journey to becoming the Golden Globe Award Winner he is today: