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Have you ever been to a place where unblinking celestials dwell, where air feeds on the calmness since the time immortal? Kedarnath Temple, the sacred Dham of Lord Shiva is one of the most integral parts of Uttarakhand Char Dham Yatra. Standing magnificently at an altitude of 3,580mts and enveloped in the mighty Garhwal Himalayas. The Kedarnath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. However, Kedarnath forms one of the four sites of the Chota Char Dham Pilgrimage. Dedicated to Lord Shiva, Kedarnath Temple is among the 275 temples of Paadal Petra Sthalams (the most powerful Shiva temples in the world). Legend of Temple The legend behind Kedarnath It is said that the Pandavas sought Lord Shiva to relieve themselves from the guilt of killing their blood relati...

Chittorgarh Fort is counted among the largest forts in India and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, Moreover, it served as the capital of Mewar. Chittorgarh Fort is regarded as the symbol of Rajput chivalry, resistance and bravery. The fort is situated 175 kilometer to the east of Udaipur and is believed to be named after the person who built it, Chitrangada Mori. The famous Chittorgarh fort, which is one of the largest in India, is situated on a 180 meter high hill that rises from the banks of river Berach. The fort is known for its seven gates namely Padan Gate, Ganesh Gate, Hanuman Gate, Bhairon Gate, Jodla Gate, Lakshman Gate and the main gate which is named after Lord Ram. The Chittorgarh Fort houses many palaces, like the Rana Kumbha Palace,...

The Sigiriya Rock Fortress has a dramatic and thrilling past that is bound to captivate all who visit the site. Discover a tale of ambition, betrayal, and vengeance. When you learn about the king who had the vision and perseverance to create this magnificent palace in the sky. Located in between the Habarana and Dambulla towns in the Matale district in Sri Lanka is, Sigiriya. The ‘Lions Rock’ previously known as Sihagiri has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and is commonly referred to as Sigiriya. Ancient rock fortress and palace ruin surrounded by the remains of an extensive network of gardens and reservoirs. The fortress’ name is echoed in the staircases that emerge from a lion’s mouth constructed in brick and plaster which offer access to the site. Sigiriya is al...