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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 »
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 »
The Culture of Arranged Marriages in India
Arranged marriages have always been a debatable subject. It is in the major outlook on relationships that Indians are vastly different, in the way they perceive the institution of marriage, to those beliefs of other countries especially in the west. Many people have a pretty major misunderstanding of the topic of arranged marriages and in fact have a fairly negative attitude regarding arranged marriages. The best way to understand the reasoning behind such cultures is to put aside your own beliefs, opinions, and preconceived ideas in order to see more clearly before dismissing it as wrong.... Read more »
Nose Rings...not just a Fashion Statement in India
While to most a nose ring may seems like a fashion statement, in India, it's an age old tradition that's heads back centuries and has significance even today. Read more »
Rangoli Designs With Flowers - The Colors of Ce...
Rangoli in India is probably one of the most popular and traditional art. It is an art of painting the floor with various colors and beau...
The Trekking Trip to Sinhagad
Want to spend some quality time away from the hustle-bustle of the city life? Want to rejuvenate and de-stress yourself? Want to have a b...
My Favourite Hot Spots to Cool Off this Summer
May - June is the perfect time to go on a vacation with friends and family. Have you decided where you want to go on your summer vacation...
Top Five Yoga Centers in India
Yoga has been a part of India's ethos and daily practice for over 5,000 years. But it is only recently that the mind-, body-, and soul-en...
Chicken Curry Recipes from India
Chicken in the most preferred non-vegetarian food item all across India. Non-veg lovers love chicken in all forms like Starters, soups an...
Top 10 Car Rallies in India
Car rallying is a type of car racing sport that is organized either annually or at several intervals on public or private roads. That car...
Vishakapatnam: The City of Destiny
Vishakapatnam which is sometimes referred to as Vizag is a port city located in the state of Andhra Pradesh in southern India and is the ...
Maruti Suzuki SX4 Gifted to Saina Nehwal
Ms. Saina Nehwal, one of the best Badminton player of India,? was gifted a brand new Maruti Suzuki SX4 by Mr. Tarun Garg (GM Sales MSI) f...
Small Spaces, Big Ideas
Living in flats or apartments always means, looking for space saving options. There are a lot of things we avoid doing because our living...
Unique Living Bridge of Cherrapunji, India
Have you ever wanted to go to forest or in some kind of magical places? Northeastern India is one such place where the majestic environme...
Mumbai Monsoon in Pictures
July is the month when Mumbai encounters heavy rainfall. Water clogging, traffic jam, umbrellas, drenched people are the common sights. T...
Luxury Cars in Rs. 55 Lakh - 60 Lakh Price Range
By Luxurious I mean real and super luxurious cars which costs more than 5 million i.e. Rs.50,00,000 (50 Lakh).? With this segment growing...
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....
Taste India with a Cup of Chai
The most popular drink, tea has and continues to play an important role in almost all world cultures and customs..... Tea is one of the...
Interesting Facts About Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal has been attracting visitors all across the world. The Taj Mahal is a symbol of Love recognised all over the world. Read more...
