5 Hidden Temples Of Varanasi That Very Few People Know About
सार्नन्दमानन्दवने वसन्तमानन्दकन्दं हतपापवृन्दम्।वाराणसीनाथमनाथनाथं श्रीविश्वनाथं शरणं प्रपद्ये॥I take refuge in Shri Vishwanath (Lord Shiva) – the…
Lakshman Temple, Khajuraho: Architecture, Iconography and Sacred Symbolism
Introduction The Lakshman Temple was constructed in the 10th century CE under the patronage of…
The Nature of Archaeological Heritage of Nalanda
Introduction In India’s cultural heritage, Nalanda holds an immensely significant place. Located in the Nalanda…
The Heritage Diary : January 2026
The Sage & The King: Exploring Kaṇiṣka’s relations with Buddha’s image
The list of kings who have enjoyed historic connections to Buddha and his creed is…
Chennakeshava Temple – A Timeless Symbol of Hoysala Craftsmanship and Indian Spirituality
Introduction The Chennakeshava Temple, also known as Keshava, Kesava, or Vijayanarayana Temple of Belur, is…
A Comparative Study of Narasimha Iconography across Ancient and Medieval Indian Temples
Introduction Narasimha stands as the fourth and perhaps most visually arresting avatāra of Lord Vishnu….
The Heritage Diary : December 2025
Bhagavad Gita for Everyday Life: From Battlefield to Breakfast Table
Introduction We usually meet the Bhagavad Gita on a battlefield: Arjuna’s chariot stands between two…
Khardaha as Gupt-Vrindavan – The History of Shyamsundar Jiu Mandir
Sri Ramakrishna Paramhans stated Khardaha as Gupt-Vrindavan and quoted “Kalighat er Kali, Dakshineswar er Bhobhotarini…
Madhur Sri Madanantheshwara Siddhi Vinayaka Temple,Kasaragod Kerala
Madhur Sree Madanantheshwara-Siddhivinayaka Temple is a renowned temple dedicated to Lord Shiva and Lord Ganapathi,…
A study of sallekhana practice from the death memorials of Karntaka
Introduction The fundamental principle of Jainism is that entire universe is made up of 6…
Dharmapuri’s Kedareshwar Temple – A Testament to Kalyani Chalukya Sculptural Aesthetics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddpzJSN0TCM The Marathwada region, the central part of Maharashtra, is known to travelers for the…
The Heritage Diary : October 2025
Dashrath Nandan Ram – The Complete Life and Legacy of Maryada Purushottam
Introduction Dashrath Nandan Ram, the firstborn of King Dashrath from Ayodhya, is respected as a…
Beyond Lights and Festivities: Understanding the Sacred Days of Diwali
Diwali, often called the festival of lights, is one of the most vibrant and widely…
Jyotirlinga places – Centers of Spiritual Tourism
Here is our presentation on the topic, delivered at 2nd Global Spiritual Tourism Conclave, that…
Udupi Shri Krishna Temple – Where the Lord Smiles Through a Window
On Karnataka’s west coast, the sea breeze carries a sound you can’t quite name—temple bells…
The Heritage Diary : September 2025
Jyotirlinga Towns have immense potential to be centers for Spiritual tourism centers : Dr Dinesh Soni at Global Spiritual Tourism Conclave
Dr Dinesh Soni, Founder of Indian.Temples Research & Media Services, speaking at 2nd Global Spiritual…
The blue pottery from the pink city
All that glitters is not gold. And all that looks blue is not blue pottery…
Book Review – Indian Philosophies Rediscovered by Rajeev Kurapati
Rajeev Kurapati’s Indian Philosophies Rediscovered is a refreshing and accessible journey into the vast landscape…
The Deula Style of Temple Architecture: Exploring Rekha, Pidha, and Khakhara Forms with a Focus on Bengal’s Towering Legacy
Introduction The Deula style of temple architecture, which is predominantly found in the ancient region…
Whispers of the Wild: The Enchanting Tapestry of Ranthambore’s Maharajas
Ranthambore, nestled amidst the rich cultures of Rajasthan, emerges as a stunning haven where the…
The saviour of Mewar – Lord Eklingji
Abstract The temples in India speaks volume about the historical events , culture and beliefs…