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South Asia

The Mystical Subcontinent that is South Asia

South Asia is home to the Himalayas, a mountain range that literally reaches the skies. The Himalayan mountains make up the planet’s tallest peaks, including Mount Everest, and with more than one hundred mountains that are over 7,000 meters high, taller even than the tallest mountains outside South Asia. The Himalayas is rich with legends, mysteries and amazing natural bounty. Where else can you find mountains whose base bathe in tropical climate all year round but whose peaks are capped with snow all year round?

Also, the Himalayas cradles three major rivers, the Ganges, the Indus and Tsangpo-Brahmaputra. The Indus flows through Pakistan, India and Tibet, onto the Arabian Sea. Ganges River, on the other hand, is the most sacred body of water in India. It is, in fact, regarded and worshipped as a Hindu goddess. To the faithful, rivers in South Asia are looked upon as deities or celestial cows that give out life-giving milk. There are about 600 million people living near and along these three rivers and whose lives depend upon them.

Other than the Himalayan peaks and rivers, South Asia is also home to the exotic, mystical and beautiful Indian Peninsula, which includes Pakistan, Bangladesh and India. The fact that India has more than 1.2 billion residents and embraces four major world religions makes this country truly fascinating in so many ways. The ways people dress, dance, sing, create and express themselves are unique to this country alone.

Some of the top attractions in India are the Virupaksha Temple, Kanha National Park, Harmandir Sahib (“Golden Temple”), Jaisalmer, Ajanta Caves and, of course, the iconic Taj Mahal.

In addition to India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, other countries that complete the South Asian subcontinent are Bhutan, Iran, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Tibet and the Maldives. They work together through the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation.

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Famous Varanasi Temples of the Southeast

November 21, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Right in the middle of the Ganges Valley of North India and nestled in the crescent shaped banks of the river, sits one of the oldest cities on earth. It was here where the Lord Shiva and Parvati stood when time began.
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It is one of Hindus most revered pilgrim places and is known as home to around two thousand Varanasi temples scattered all over. Holding on to the promise of eternal bliss and a place in heaven, thousands of pilgrims flock to this city to visit, pray and take a dip in the Ganges River.

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The Golden Temple (Kashi Vishwanath )

Besides being the center of brassware and silk weaving, which Varanasi is also known for, the city is home to some of the most …

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The Timelessness of Varanasi Jantar Mantar

November 20, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

When someone hears the word Varanasi or its other common name, Benares, that person will immediately identify the city with colours, festivals, Ganges, life, death, and the convergence of everything spiritual and cultural. Varanasi is apparently where the fusion of culture is at its highest.
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A place so old, that its origin is yet unknown. As a matter of fact, the legendary poet Mark Twain once said that Benares is older than history, tradition, and even legend themselves. It then comes as no surprise that Varanasi, with all its glorious wonder, is the location of one of the almost forgotten treasures of Hinduism, the observatory Varanasi Jantar Mantar.

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Varanasi Jantar Mantar

Varanasi is home to many of the world’s most amazing architectural structures and oldest buildings which includes the Man Mahal. A morning boat ride across the Dashashwamedh Ghat of the Ganges River will offer tourists a spectacular view of this Mughal-Rajput …

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The Mystique of the Varanasi Durga Temple

November 19, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Durga, the Goddess considered as the embodiment of female power, is the revered deity of Varanasi’s Durga Temple.
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Worshiped by thousands as Shakti, the Great Divine Mother, the Goddess Durga’s legacy unfolds through the ancient yet captivating architecture of the Varanasi Durga Temple.

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Varanasi Durga Temple

Located alongside the Durga Ghat along the banks of the Ganges River, the Durga Temple rests on a four-sided reservoir with stone stairs along all its sides and four watch pillars on all of its corners. The 18th century Durga Temple is considered to be one of the most …

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The Wonders of Scindia Ghat

November 18, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Visiting the Scindia Ghat is not for the faint hearted. It is for the seeker, the ardent explorer, and adventurer who crave for an eccentric yet unforgettable once in a lifetime experience.

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Scindia Ghat in Varanasi

Scindia Ghat is one of the most scenic places in India which is located in the city of Varanasi, a place considered to be the city of the Gods. It is one of the most ancient living cities as it has been in existence for 3000 years. Its structures, some of which were constructed 200 years ago, are made from beige colored rocks that were formed into temples, ghats, alleys and other buildings with …

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Pilgrimage to Sarnath

November 17, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

Pilgrimage is a spiritual journey to a holy land or place. For this reason, thousands of Buddhist followers go to Sarnath each year, to be able to visit the revered place where Buddha was said to have preached his first ever sermon after his enlightenment.
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  About 13 kilometres away from Varanasi, lays this small town, whose name is derived from the word Saranganath meaning “The Lord of the Deer”.  The place is considered one of the most important destinations for all Buddhists around the globe and other cultural enthusiasts.

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Sarnath in Varanasi

The road to the deer park is quite peaceful and pleasant especially after getting out of the crazy traffic in Varanasi. Lined with beautiful trees, you develop a sense of tranquillity as you pass scattered houses across the dusty land. When you get to the deer park itself, the …

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All about Yoga in Varanasi

November 15, 2018 By //  by Sarah Cruz Leave a Comment

The city of Varanasi has long been the center of Indian philosophy, spiritualism, mysticism, Ayurveda, and now, Yoga. Yoga pays its origin to the country of India, most especially to the city of Varanasi. Yoga is a way to balance and harmonize the body, mind, and spirit of a person.
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The word ‘yoga’ comes from the word ‘yog’ meaning ‘unity’ or ‘to join’. Achieving unity of the body, mind, and spirit then becomes the central theme of the practice of yoga. For those who want to know more about this practice, there is no better place to do so than Yoga in Varanasi.

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Experience Yoga in Varanasi

Yoga is performed though the practice of three major principles: asana or the physical exercise, pranayama or the breathing technique, …

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