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Indian Nose Rings : Adorning Nose with beautiful Jew...
Nose piercing is an ancient art of body piercing usually associated with India and its neighboring countries. This body modification art is centuries old and has become a common piercing practice all over the world. Nose piercing is not just a fashion statement in India; rather it is a cultural demand and age-old tradition. Though the art did not originate in India, rather it was brought to India during 16th century by moughals from Middle East. In Ayurveda the perfect place for nose piercing is outside the left nostril, which is supposed to make childbirth easier and is said to be mandator... Read more »
Festivals of India in Pictures
India is a land famous for diverse cultures, cuisine, people and beliefs. The phrase ?unity in diversity? best expresses the culture of India. India is a very colorful nation because of its diversities and the celebrations round the celebrations that take place round the year in some or the other part of the country. It is the land of festivities and fairs. Some festivals are celebrated to mark the beginning of a new season, some mark the great events of the historic past, other mark the birthdays of Indian Gods / Goddesses, divine beings, saints, and gurus. Read more »
A Guide to Common Indian Attires
What is the major part of any country?s culture? It?s the history, food, architecture and the clothes people wear. India, the land of unity in diversity, has always been a nation with rich cultural heritage. Because of this rich cultural past India is known as ?Sone ki Chidiya? which literally means ?A Golden Bird?. The reason for which the foreign emperors came to India was the rich spices and textiles. The fabric then was the finest fabric available in the world. Since then India is considered as a major textile hub in the world. In early days, the foreign rulers were attracted toward... Read more »
You know you've met an Indian when...
Visiting India for the first time can a curtural shock. India is a country with many diversities that makes it different from other countries. There are certain habbits that only Indians have. Meeting and Indian is equally interesting as exploring India. Here I have listed come of the peculiarities that just stand out in Indians.? Read more »
The Seven Vows of a Hindu Marriage
In Hinduism it is believed that rituals and customs are the true ingredients for a happy married life. The seven vows taken at the time of a Hindu marriage are the seven promises sworn by the bride and the groom. These vows are sworn during the pheras taken around the sacred fire called the havan kund. The sacred fire is the witness of the vows sworn by the groom and the bride. The priest continuously chants the vedic mantras during the pheras. The bride and groom then pledge their commitment to take care of each other in any circumstances throughout their life. Following are the vows: Read more »
Arranged Marriages in India
The concept of arranged marriage may sound impractical to the Western world, but in India, it is a usual norm. No matter how westernized India may have become, arranged marriages are still viewed as the most preferred choice in the Indian families. This kind of marriage has its roots laid to the time, when the ritual of child marriage prevailed in the country. Child marriage was essentially performed, so as to restrict the children from marrying outside their community and social status. The practice was essentially a way of uniting and maintaining the difference between the rich upper clas... Read more »
First time in India?- A guide to Indian social e...
India is such a complicated mix of old and new traditions, customs and outlooks, that it is difficult to sum up Indian culture in one article. It is sometimes a mix of Western and Asian cultures as well as conservative and modern at the same time. This vast and complex culture is best left to experience in person. What stands out most about India is the there is an hierarchical structure in place for most relationships be it in business, family life, schools and so on. In other words Indians are very conscious of social order and their status relative to other people be it family, friends... Read more »
Palace on Wheels: Tariff & Overall Costs
In India, the term luxury travel is best possible with the ?Luxurious Trains?. These trains give you a royal treatment and you?ll never f...
Heritage Sites of Maharashtra
Heritage sites of Maharashtra are many but those recognized by UNESCO ( United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organizatio...
The Best Chai Accompaniments in India
India is the world's largest producer of Tea. In India Tea is the most popular beverage and is consumed as a breakfast, evening and anyti...
BPO: Ground Realities
A BPO career is today the most debated topic by the younger generation. One cannot avoid the ripples created by it. There are many percep...
Top 10 Luxury Cars in India
More than 5,000 luxury cars were sold in India in 2006. Demands for vehicles priced at Rs 20 Lakh and above have increased. Car loans hav...
Places to See in Pune
Pune, a mix of ancient and modern culture, the cultural capital of Maharashtra is a cosmopolitan city that lures thousands of visitors ev...
Different styles of Draping a saree (Pictures)
I believe that saree draping is an art that evolves with a lot of practice. Though for beginners draping a saree is not less than rocket ...
Looking for Kids Activities in Pune?
Children learn best when they have fun. Play activities fuel healthy development in children and the continued healthy development of adu...
Seven Sisters of India: Visit the Paradise Unex...
?MMMANAT? is the abbreviation for Northeastern states of India, popularly known as the Seven Sisters of India. Known as the paradise unex...
Top 10 Fruit Capitals of India
India is a land of diverseties in terms of culture, cuisine, language and climatic conditions. These diverse climatic conditions are apt?...
6 Yards of Elegance in wonderful variety of Fab...
A saree is a daily wear attire of thousands of women across India. It is most elegant creation that gives a sensuous and concealing look ...
Discover Coorg-The Scotland of India
Also known as Kodagu, Coorg is a place said to haunt you forever with its timeless beauty. Described as the Scotland of India, Coorg lies...
Top 10 Small Cars in India Under 5 Lakhs
With the uncertain economy Small is Big when it comes to cars. If your looking to buy a car this year and aren't looking to break the ban...
Different types of Sarees from West India
There is a wide variety of sarees worn across India. The difference is in terms of fabric, style of wearing and the pattern of the saree....
World Heritage Sites in India
India is a land of beautiful people, diverse cultures and rich heritage. India is the largest democratic country in the world where its c...
