Category: Collectives

India is brimming with myriad and unique landscapes throughout. Be it North, East, West or South, the topographical beauty provides ecstatic scenes that are fantasy lands for the adventurous soul. The beauty and serenity of Indian landscapes is par excellence and attracts thousands from all over the world for trekking and hiking. Getting a life beyond the regular in the peace and quiet of the towering Himalayas or the leaning Ghats is an experience close to Nirvana. As India drenches in its first monsoon showers, we are sure many of you are packing your bags and putting on hiking shoes to finally go on a date with nature!

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India has always enjoyed moments of pride when culture and heritage are discussed. India wasn’t called a ‘sone ki chidiya‘ for nothing. Owing to its religious diversity, India is home to spectacular temples, built ages ago by craftsmen and artisans, devoid of any technological advancements or digital designing tools. Yet, these magnificent structures narrate awe inspiring tales of gods and demons, apsaras depicting the age old ‘kathas‘ and changing reigns with new dynasties. These wonders by mankind attract millions of tourists apart from devotees and are a wonder for architects and historians. BlogAdda took a time travel pill and listed out some indigenous temples of India that are amazing examples of Indian craftsmanship.

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The world of fashion keeps playing back in a loop decade after decade, never letting trends become completely obsolete. When fashion styles lose their hype, there are chances they would be making an entry back into your wardrobe some years later. So don’t fret if the sheen of your favourite trend has dulled a bit over the years, it will come back to full glory when the fashion wheel comes full circle. This Lakme Fashion Week saw the ramps filled with reimagined vintage picks from decades gone by. The hottest style trends this season are filling us with nostalgia, taking us back to decades of 60s right up to 90s.

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God’s blessings through cool monsoon showers have finally touched 2016, bringing with it relief from the sun baked, sweat filled days of torturous heat. As past few months kept us baking in the sun’s personal oven, the first drizzles have brought the promise of an enjoyable monsoon. The soothing pitter patter is finally approaching our ears and mornings filled with a hot cup of masala chai and pakodas by the window sill are not quite far. As much as monsoons are a memorable affair, they can also be harrowing if you don’t have your preparation in place. That’s why we have the Monsoon 2016 Checklist so you have a smooth sailing during the overcast days!

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The tag of ‘Dilli Dilwalon ki‘ is embedded in the crown of our capital city, even though at present, the political hub of the country is often bypassed by travelers, using it as merely a base camp before moving to more exotic locations. Not only does the city have places etched in the chapters of Indian history, it is filled with ineffable aromas irresistible enough satiate every foodie’s wish. The gastronomical capital houses every cuisine that you can think of, offering the tastiest secret recipes that rank at the top of every aficionado’s must try list.

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India, known for its multitude of cultures and sects, is a platter full of faiths. It is the ultimate canvas of beliefs and denominations, where God is the answer to all problems, the salve for all their injuries, and a gateway for all their wishes to come true. From stones to streams, India is home to innumerable forms that God takes for his devotees. When it comes to faith, logic and reason often take a backseat. We may try asking for scientific proof for the faith displayed, or end up in petty arguments on the ‘what’s and why’s’ but the territory of faith is beyond such doubts. Even in the wondrous world of faith and worship, there are certain notable exceptions that stand out as borderline bizarre. Bizarre in the form the deity takes, the fables attached to the worship or the mode of worship itself. 

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