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Jan152023 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Top 10 Famous Hindu Oldest Temples in India

Culture, Religion

India is full of ancient temples and monuments that have been around for centuries. There are many oldest temples in India, over 10,000 years old. India is truly a place of historical beauty, from the famous Taj Mahal to the countless other religious temples scattered across the land. For those looking to explore India's oldest temples, we have compiled a list of the top ten oldest temples in India that will take your breath away. These temples, some of which are over 10,000 years old, are a testament to India's rich culture and vibrant history. Read on to discover the oldest temples in India, and plan your next trip to explore these magnificent places. List of Top 10 Oldest Temples in India 1) Meenakshi Temple, Tamil Nadu Meenakshi Temple is more than 2900 years old, whic...

Dec242022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

List of Indian and Hindu Festivals in January 2023

Religion, Blog, Culture

India is known for celebrating various festivals yearly, no matter your religion. In this article, we are sharing information about the festivals in January 2023. According to English calendars, January is the first month of the year, and our festivals start this month. Indian calendars also have 12 months and 365 days but new years dates and names of months are different. Many festivals in India have various rituals and traditions, and these festivals are celebrated widely across the country. The Indian calendar, which is the Shaka Calendar, is based on the luni solar system and variable names from state to state. Indian Festival Calendar depends on the movement of the Sun and the Moon. So, there are 30 different calendars to set festivals of the discrete region, culture and c...

Nov292022 by Arya GuptaNo Comments

List of all festivals in December 2022 in India

Culture, Blog

Indin festivals in December 2022: Here is the list of all festivals in December 2022 in India celebrated by people of various regions, religions, and linguistic backgrounds. Let's know about all festivals in December 2022 in India Festivals are an enticing combination of sentiments that work silently to heal grief. They have flourished with us from the beginning, giving us power and a reason to rejoice in life. That's why we have brought you the list of all Indian festivals in December 2022. India is considered to be a country with unity in variety, with diverse cultures, dialects, traditions, and festival diversity. Incredible India fits it best because it is a country of many religions and festivals. Many festivals and events are held throughout the year in honor of the ...

Nov262022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Skanda Sashti December 2022 Date. Known about Soorasamharam Festival

Religion, Blog, Culture

One of South India's biggest Hindu festivals is Skanda Sashti, which is dedicated to Lord Murugan, also known as Lord Kartikeya. What is Skanda Shashti, the festival of Murugan? Skanda Sashti is a popular Hindu festival in India. It is dedicated to Bhagwan Skanda, who is also known as Lord Kartikeya, as the son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Skanda or Kartikeya is extremely popular in South India, especially among Tamil Hindus. Skanda is the younger brother of Lord Ganesha. In South India, Skanda is considered the god of Victory and War and is also known by the name of Murugan and Subramanya. Skanda Sashti Puja DateDecember 28, 2022, Wednesday What is Skanda Sashti? Skanda Sashti is a part of Sashti Tithi Vrat that comes every month during Shukla Paksha Sashti day (the...

Sep122022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

पिंड दान गया (Pind Daan Gaya) हिंदी में, लागत, प्रक्रिया और महत्व

Bihar, Culture

हिंदू धर्म में पितृपक्ष (Pind Daan Gaya) के दौरान सभी अपने पूर्वजों की मृत्यु तिथि पर श्राद्ध करके उनके मोक्ष की कामना करते हैं। मान्यता है कि यमराज इस दौरान पितरों की आत्मा को उनके वंशज के पास जाने के लिए मुक्त कर देते हैं, ताकि पितृ अपने वंशज के बीच रहकर अन्न जल स्वीकार कर सकें। Pind Daan Gaya will begin on Sunday, 10 September 2022, and ends on Sunday, 25 September 2022. भाद्रपद की पूर्णिमा आते ही पितरो का आगमन हो जाता है यानि भादो माह के पूर्णिमा से शुरू हुए कृष्ण पक्ष के पुरे 16 दिन को पितृपक्ष कहा जाता है। पितृपक्ष के दौरान वंशज अपने पितृ को पिंडदान और तर्पण करते हैं। माना जाता है कि इस दौरान किया गया पिंडदान सीधे उनके पूर्वजों तक जाता है, इससे उनपर सदा उनके पितरों का आशीर्वाद बना रहता है और उनकी आत्मा तृप्त होती है। हिंदी पंचांग के अनुसार इस बार पितृपक्ष का आरम्भ ...

Aug312022 by Manish SharmaNo Comments

Why India is the Most Beautiful Country in the World?

Blog, Culture, India

What makes India the greatest and the most beautiful country in the world? Many ask this question without having a genuine answer. In this article, we will talk about 8 reasons why India is considered the world's greatest country. Why India is the most beautiful country in the world? India, throughout its history of thousands of years, has seen several ups and downs. Despite these, the country has experienced enormous growth in different fields such as social, economic, cultural, etc. From tourism to trade and from sports to culture, India has progressed impressively over the century. The South Asian nation was once Sone ki Chidiya (Golden Bird), thanks to it holding almost one-fourth of the globe's economy several times in history. Today, India is on the path to progress and is...

Jul282022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Top 10 Oldest Languages in the World

Blog, Culture

Which is the oldest language in the world? You might have wondered what the real answer to this question is. Let's look at the top 10 oldest languages in the world and find out the development of human conversation over the centuries. Top 10 oldest languages in the world Language has influenced human growth and, as a means of communication, it has facilitated conversation. Before the emergence of the language, human communication was done using hand gestures and primitive oral sounds. About 10,000 years ago, the idea of languages first developed, altering the path of human history. There are many languages worldwide, some of which are now extinct, and few are still alive and in use. There are approximately 7000 languages spoken worldwide till now. Many scholars even find it chal...

Jul252022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

Manimahesh Yatra 2022 Date, Registration and Trek Distance

Culture

Manimahesh Yatra 2022 will be held from 12th August 2022 to 4th September 2022. During Manimahesh Yatra, a large number of people reach from many states of the country and take a dip in Manimahesh Lake situated on Mount Kailash. View from Manimahesh Kailash Peak During Manimahesh Yatra, a large number of people reach from many states of the country and take a dip in Manimahesh Lake situated on Mount Kailash. Due to Covid 19, Yatra stopped for the last two years, and this year Manimahesh Yatra 2022 will start on August 19 after two years of Corona period. The yatra will continue till September 2. The administration is claiming preparations regarding this. Manimahesh Yatra 2022 Date Manimahesh Yatra 2022 Dates are from 12th August 2022 to 4th September 2022. Manimahesh Yatra ...

Jul142022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

मंगला गौरी व्रत कथा, (Mangla Gauri Vrat Katha) व्रत विधि, कैसे करें पूजा

Culture

श्रावण मास में भगवान शिव और माता पार्वती दोनों की कृपा समान रूप से बरसती है। जैसे सावन सोमवार को भोलेनाथ को समर्पित है, ठीक है ऐसे ही सावन मंगलवार माता गौरी के मंगलकारी व्रत के लिए जाना जाता है। Mangla Gauri Vrat 2022 will be celebrated on 19 July. यह व्रत सुहागिन महिलाएं अपने अखंड सौभाग्य, पारिवारिक सुख शांति और संतान सुख के लिए करती है। यह व्रत बहुत प्रभावशाली है, माता गौरी की कथा सुनकर विधि पूर्वक इस मंगला गौरी व्रत (Mangla Gauri Vrat) को करने से माता पार्वती अपने भक्तों से प्रसन्न होती हैं। कथा मंगला गौरी व्रत की (Mangla Gauri Vrat Katha) - पौराणिक कथाओं में उल्लेख है कि एक शहर में एक धर्मपाल नाम से एक व्यापारी रहता था। उसके पास अपार धन-संपत्ति थी और उसकी भी पत्नी सुंदर व सुशील थी, लेकिन उसकी कोई संतान नहीं होने से वो दोनों काफी दुखी रहते थे। वह दोनों अपनी संतान को पान...

Jul122022 by Ganga Times TeamNo Comments

List of Indian and Hindu Festivals in August 2022

Culture, Blog

India is a country with diverse religions where the people celebrate lots of festivals every month. In this article, we are sharing information about the festivals in August 2022. Indian calendar follows the 12 months and 365 days rule but the names of the month are different from the English calendar. The first month of the Indian calendar is known as Chaitra, while the last is called Phalguna. Not even a single month passes by without having at least a few festivals; it can be said that in India, every month is blessed with a bucketful of exciting festivals which not only bring people closer and united but also teaches people about the country’s propensity. Also Read: कब है रक्षाबंधन? Raksha Bandhan 2022 kab hai? राखी बांधने का सही मुहूर्त क्या है? List of Festivals in Augu...