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Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, is a significant Hindu festival that symbolizes the victory of good over evil. It is celebrated with great fervor across India and marks the culmination of two intertwined stories – the tale of Lord Rama’s triumph over the demon king Ravana and the story of Goddess Durga’s victory over the …
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For Hindus, Navratri is considered a vibrant as well as auspicious festival of nine days that is dedicated to worshiping the nine avatars or forms of the goddess Durga with great enthusiasm and devotion. During these sacred nine days, devotees commonly engage in activities like fasting, prayers, as well as various other rituals to seek …
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Navratri is one of the most important Hindu festivals that is celebrated with great enthusiasm across India. The word “Navratri” is derived from Sanskrit and it loosely translates to – “nine nights.” This means that this festival spans nine days and during these days the nine forms of Goddess Durga are worshiped. Navratri holds a …
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Navratri is one of the most auspicious festivals in Hindu culture. This is because it is dedicated to the worship of Goddess Durga and her nine divine forms. The word “Navratri” translates to “nine nights”. During this time, the devotees engage in prayers, fasting, and perform various types of rituals. They do all this to …
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Walking the streets of Nepal is like taking a step back in time with its narrow streets and temples at every corner. I spend each day walking around, refreshing old relationships, and looking for new artisans to work with.
Every January, I embark on my journey to curate the stunning statues you’ll see on Lotus Sculpture throughout the year. This year’s journey takes me through the heart of India and Nepal.
I’ve just returned from my buying trip, which included a stop in Indonesia where I found myself captivated by the rows of moss-covered stone statues amidst the thick air left behind by the previous night’s rain
I have been wanting to go to the famous Buddhist temple of Borobudur and the Hindu temple of Prambanan since my backpacking days. I have seen the temples in Bagan, Burma, and Angkor Wat in Cambodia and this was the last piece to the 3 sacred, must-see, sights of South East Asia. Needless to say, I was not disappointed!
Buying Buddha statues in Bangkok, Thailand
I was a little worried that the Angkor Wat I remembered from my backpacking days would be transformed into a bustling hive of busloads of clueless tourists.