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Important Animals in India Posted by kunthra on Jun 9, 2011
India is a country where you can find some of the world’s most unique species. Some of these species are endangered and are currently protected by the Indian government. Take for the Royal Bengal Tiger, which is a species native to India. The Indian government has made efforts to save the dwindling number of tigers…
Waterfalls In India Posted by kunthra on Jun 7, 2011
The best place to go to cool off for the summer months is a place where you can see a waterfall. In India, there are many waterfalls like Meenmutty Falls, which is a waterfall in the Wayand District of Kerala. It’s reported to be the eight highest waterfall in India and the second largest in…
Indian Folk Theatre Posted by kunthra on Jun 5, 2011
Indian folk theatre is a mixture of song, dance and dialogue. There are many different kinds of Indian folk theatre performances in India, but many of these performances are dying out because of the popularity of Bollywood movies. Indian folk theatre varies from region to region. Each Indian folk theatre performance is a unique reflection…
Famous Mausoleums of India Posted by kunthra on Jun 3, 2011
Did you know that there are some excellent and beautiful looking mausoleums in India? Some of the greatest leaders in Indian history have built these mausoleums as a lasting testament to their legacy on earth. Who can forget the Taj Mahal? It is the mausoleum of Emperor Shah Jahan and Mumtaz Mahal. The main chambers…
Savory Indian Snacks: Murukku Posted by kunthra on May 27, 2011
One of the best things about Indian culture is the food. In particular, there are some savory Indian snacks that everyone should try at least one in their lifetime. One such snack is the Murukku. which is also called Chakli. Murukku is a black lentil and rice flour snack. To make this snack, a dough…
Mind Blowing Monuments Posted by kunthra on May 25, 2011
In India, there are some mind blowing monuments that require a specialized knowledge of construction and craftsmanship. Take for example the Hanuman Statue in Nandura. It is thirty-two meters high and located in the Indian state of Maharashtra. Hanuman is a Hindu deity who is half man and ape. The Hanuman Statue in Nandura has…
Great Indian Temples Posted by kunthra on May 23, 2011
There’s no other place in the world where you can find such a magnificent Hindu temple like Meenakshi Amman Temple, other than in India. The Meenakshi Amman Temple is named after the Meenakshi, the avatar of Goddess Parvati. There is a sacred pond inside the temple. This pond is considered a holy site. There is…