Mahakumbh 2025: As Prayagraj’s mela attracts millions, religious tourism is set to grow

Mahakumbh 2025: As Prayagraj’s mela attracts millions, religious tourism is set to grow

“I have never seen so many people in my city,” beams Ravikrishna Tiwari. Ravikrishna runs Tiwari and Bros, a travel agency that his grandfather started in Prayagraj (then Allahabad) way back in 1962. Till late 2024, he had 35 people working for him, mostly drivers and cleaners. Spotting the business opportunities that the Mahakumbh offered, … Read more

Jagannath Temple in Puri: When is the best time to visit the tallest temple in Odisha?

Jagannath Temple in Puri: When is the best time to visit the tallest temple in Odisha?

The temple spreads across an area of more than 4 lakh square feet or 37,000 square metres. Puri Jagannath Temple: Located in Odisha’s Puri, the Jagannath Temple is a very important Hindu temple, especially for Vaishnavites. It is one of the Char Dhams, and is among the most visited shrines in the country. Based on … Read more

Dwarkadhish Temple in Gujarat: A look at the history, legends and architecture of this Char Dham on India’s west coast

Dwarkadhish Temple in Gujarat: A look at the history, legends and architecture of this Char Dham on India’s west coast

The temple’s prime deity is Lord Krishna, who is called Dwarkadhish or King of Dwarka. Dwarkadhish Temple Gujarat: Situated at the cusp of Gomti River and the Arabian Sea in Gujarat is the majestic Dwarkadhish Temple. An important Hindu pilgrimage site for Vaishnavites, especially the devotees of Lord Krishna, Dwarkadhish Temple is one of the … Read more