Nestled in the serene village of Udayamperoor, located about 12 kilometers south of Kochi in Kerala’s Ernakulam district, stands the Udayamperoor Ekadasi Perumthrikkovil Temple, one of the most ancient and culturally significant Shiva temples in South India. This majestic temple,…
Makar Sankranti, one of India’s most widely celebrated festivals, marks a significant astronomical and seasonal transition and is observed across the country with prayers, traditional foods, and community celebrations. Unlike most Hindu festivals based on the lunar calendar, Makar Sankranti…
The Shakti Peethas (Sanskrit: शक्ति पीठ, “Seats of Power”) are some of the holiest shrines in Hinduism, revered as places where the cosmic feminine energy—Shakti—is worshipped in her many forms. They are central to Shaktism, one of Hinduism’s key traditions,…
Thrikkandiyur Mahadeva Temple, located in the picturesque town of Tirur in the Malappuram district of Kerala, is one of the prominent Shiva temples of South India. It is deeply woven into the cultural, mythological, and spiritual fabric of Kerala. The…
Ekadashi holds a special place in Hindu tradition and spirituality. Observed on the eleventh day of the lunar fortnight, Ekadashi comes twice every month—once during the waxing phase (Shukla Paksha) and once during the waning phase (Krishna Paksha) of the…
Gotra: Its Meaning and Origin In Hindu tradition, Gotra refers to a lineage or clan tracing descent from an ancient sage (Rishi). It identifies a person’s ancestral root and was established to preserve the purity of bloodlines, family identity, and…
Among all the deities of the Hindu pantheon, Goddess Kali stands out as one of the most powerful, mysterious, and transformative figures. She is both feared and adored — a deity who destroys demons and yet embodies the tender love…
Navdurga refers to the nine divine forms of Goddess Durga, worshipped during the festival of Navratri. Each form represents a different aspect of the goddess, symbolizing power, protection, wisdom, and spiritual evolution. These forms are honored over the nine nights…
In the ancient days, when evil was rising and Dharma (righteousness) was declining, Lord Vishnu, the preserver of the universe, incarnated in various forms to restore balance. One of his most powerful and dramatic avatars is Narasimha Avatar – the…
Mahakumbh, also known as the Kumbh Mela, is one of the largest and most sacred religious gatherings in the world. Held in India, this event brings together millions of pilgrims, saints, and seekers from all over the globe to participate…
