Solah Sringar, which translates to “sixteen adornments,” represents the quintessential art of beautification in Hindu culture. Deeply rooted in tradition, Solah Sringar encompasses the adornment practices that enhance a woman’s beauty, believed to be both a celebration of her physical form and a means to invoke divine blessings. This ritualistic embellishment is most prominently observed …
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Showing: 1 - 4 of 4 ArticlesThe Vulture – Stately, Majestic and Symbolizing Power
The Vulture- an Emperor Indeed ! The Vulture is one of the most striking birds: stately, majestic and symbolizing power. Hinduism which respects every animal from the lowliest ant to the mightiest elephant has a special place for vultures. The vulture is sometimes considered an ungainly bird, possibly due to its association with death, since …
Gudi Padwa – The New Beginning
Gudi Padwa is an important festival which is celebrated throughout the state of Maharashtra in Bharat (India) Gudi Padwa is celebrated as the New Year by Hindus in Maharashtra. An interesting fact to note is that the first day of Hindu new year is different than the Gregorian calendar that we follow worldwide. The interesting …
Holi – The Festival of Colours and Beyond
What comes to your mind when you say Holi? Of course colours!!! But did you know that Holi is also a festival to end negativity? Let’s find some more facts about the much celebrated festival Holi. Holi is celebrated in almost every part of Bharat (India). Everybody enjoys the vibrant colours, splashing of colour water …