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Overview Pushkaram is one of the grandest river-based festivals of India, deeply rooted in spirituality and astrology. It is celebrated once every 12 years for each sacred river, based on the transit of Jupiter (Guru) into a specific zodiac sign associated with that river. Devotees take a holy dip, perform rituals for ancestors, and participate…Continue readingSacred Indian Rivers with Celebrated Pushkaram Festivals

Introduction Nestled in the cultural city of Mysore, the quiet residential neighborhood of Gokulam has transformed into one of the most vibrant yoga destinations in the world. Today, it is no longer just a peaceful suburb but a global hub for yoga seekers, attracting tens of thousands of international practitioners, students, and teachers each year.…Continue readingGokulam: The Beating Heart of Mysore’s Yoga Renaissance

Introduction Mysore (officially Mysuru), the cultural heartland of Karnataka, is today recognized as one of the most important yoga destinations in the world. Known as the birthplace of the “Mysore style” of Ashtanga yoga, the city has nurtured traditions that blend history, spirituality, and wellness. From legendary gurus to modern yoga shalas, Mysore has evolved…Continue readingMysore: The Global Capital of Yoga

Start Planning Your Journey All About the Ashram / Religious & Cultural Festivals / Festival Calendar & Festival Alerts / Location Map / Hotel Booking / How to Reach / Air, Train, Bus & Taxi Booking / Visitors’ Reviews & Photos / Nearby Pilgrim Places & Other Places of Interest / Donations / Volunteers /…Continue readingKaivalyadhama Yoga Institute (Lonavala)

Introduction to Domestic Festivals Many of India’s most beautiful Hindu festivals are not celebrated in temples or in public places—but in the heart of the home. 🎉 Festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Aavani Avittam, Vara Mahalakshmi Vratha, Karva Chauth, Karadaiyan Nonbu, Kanu Pongal, Navaratri Golu, and Pongal are deeply domestic, intimate celebrations among family members, performed…Continue reading🇮🇳 How Can the World Celebrate the Joys of India’s Domestic Hindu Festivals?

Introduction: The Quest Beyond Fuel and Physics India’s space program has already achieved remarkable feats—reaching the Moon, exploring Mars, and preparing for human spaceflight. As the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) looks toward ambitious goals like interplanetary travel and long-term human presence in space, one pressing challenge is the sustainability of energy and life-support systems.…Continue readingHarnessing Cosmic Energy (Prana) in India’s Space Exploration Programs: Ancient Wisdom, Future Possibilities

Architectural Highlights Nellaiappar Temple (also spelled Nellaiyappar), located in Tirunelveli, is indeed celebrated for its stunning Dravidian architecture and unique acoustic marvels. The Enchanting Musical Pillars Perhaps the temple’s most extraordinary architectural and acoustic wonder lies in its musical pillars: Intricate Carvings of Nellaiappar Temple The carvings of Nellaiappar Temple are a breathtaking testament to…Continue readingNellaiappar Temple in Tirunelveli: A Timeless Marvel of Dravidian Architecture and Acoustic Genius

Where it happens (Location) Natyanjali at Thirunallar unfolds in and around the Sri Dharbaranyeswarar (Saneeswaran) Temple, in Thirunallar, Karaikal district, Union Territory of Puducherry—about 5 km from Karaikal town in the Cauvery delta. The temple is a celebrated Shiva sthalam that also houses the famed shrine of Shani (Saneeswarar). When & what to expect At…Continue readingNatyanjali Dance Festival of Thirunallar (Dharbaranyeswarar Temple)

A sacred offering of dance at a temple of “Nāṭya Seva” At Sri Thyagaraja Swamy Temple in Thiruvarur, dance is not just performance—it is prayer. The temple has long been associated with nāṭya-seva (service through dance), and for decades its Natyanjali brings classical dancers to offer their art at the feet of Shiva. Records show…Continue readingNatyanjali Dance Festival of Thiruvarur (Thyagaraja Temple, Tamil Nadu)

Overview Few festivals capture the spirit of “dance as prayer” the way Natyanjali does. In Kumbakonam, the celebration unfolds in the sanctum surroundings of Sri Adi Kumbeswarar Temple, drawing classical dancers from across India to offer pieces through the night around Maha Shivaratri. Archival notes and contemporary reports show Kumbakonam’s Natyanjali has been running since…Continue readingNatyanjali Dance Festival at Kumbakonam’s Adi Kumbeswarar Temple — Dance as Devotion (since 2002)