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10/03/2020

Happy Holi

Most of us observe Holi every year, but do you know why we actually celebrate it?

An ancient Hindu festival, which later became popular among non-Hindu communities as well, Holi heralds the arrival of spring after winter. It signifies the victory of good over evil and is celebrated as a day of spreading happiness and love. The festival is also celebrated as thanksgiving for good harvest.

According to Bhagvata Purana, King Hiranyakashipu--the king of demonic Asuras, who could neither be killed by a man or an animal--grew arrogant and demanded that everybody should worship him as god.

The king's son, Prahlada, disagreed and chose to remain devoted to Vishnu. Hiranyakashipu was infuriated and subjected his son to cruel punishments. Finally, Holika, the king's sister, tricked him into sitting on a pyre with her. While Holika protected herself with a cloak, Prahlada remained exposed. As the fire blazed, the cloak flew from Holika's body and encased Prahlada, thus saving his life.

Later, Vishnu appeared in the avatar of Narsimha, half man and half lion, and killed the king. This is why Holi begins with the Holika bonfire, which marks the end of evil.

06/03/2020

Rishikesh

The spiritual and psychic atmosphere in this Himalayan destination is revitalizing and has the ability to bring one close to Moksha (the attainment of salvation). Located in the Himalayan foothills, Rishikesh is one of the most frequently-visited Hindi pilgrimages with countless retreat centers and ashrams scattered across the city. Rishikesh is the perfect destination for learning and practicing meditation.
Nestling in the foothills of the Himalayas on the banks of the sacred Ganga River, Rishikesh is a bustling temple destination attracting thousands of pilgrims to its heart every year.

Rishikesh's spiritual origins stem from Hindu mythology that Lord Rama was sentenced to penance at this spot, for killing Ravana the demon god of Lanka; the Laxman Jhula Bridge is named after Laxman, Ramas brother who is recounted as crossing the river at this point by jute rope.

Today, Rishikesh is known as the "the world capital of yoga." It is home to hundreds of internationally renowned ashrams, including the Sivananda Ashram of Divine Light Society, and thousands of meditation, yoga, enlightenment and spiritual courses.

What to See at Rishikesh
While the industrial heart of Rishikesh is as busy and dusty as any other provincial Indian community, take a rickshaw just 10 minutes north to Ram Jhula and Laxman Jhula and you’ll be met by the thick, blue waters of the Ganga, dozens of temple towers, hundreds of orange-clad sadhus and thousands of Hindu pilgrims drinking and bathing in the holy waters.

Rishikesh is a key starting point for a trek to Gangotri Glacier, one of the largest glaciers in the Himalayan range and the very source of the holy Ganga, a pilgrimage site where thousands of Hindus come to bathe every year.

Swarg Ashram is a complex of temples, shrines and schools on the north banks of the Ganga that is a key venue for Hindu worship. There are also beautiful orchard gardens, shops and events including music recitals and lectures.

Every evening on the north bank, the town gathers for Ganga Aarti– a Hindu ceremony to worship the Ganga. On the ghats in front of Parmarth Niketan, priests lead processions of chanting, saffron-robed monks to the edge of the river. Butter lamps are distributed amongst the crowd, the flame offered for cleansing, and small, flower dressed, candle-lit floats pushed out into the current of the water.

Located 2km upstream from Laxman Jhula, on the sandy banks of the Ganga, Phool Chatiis a small, traditional ashram offering very basic accommodation and yoga/meditation courses, evening puja, communal thali meals and a garden gate leading to the white sand and clean blue water of the river.

Maharishi Mahesh Yogi's ashram (the one visited by the Beatles) is no longer open, but it's worth having a wander around the ruins.

With forest clad hills and white water rapids, the town is becoming increasingly popular as an adventure travel destination and all manner of activities are chartered from here – including rafting and trekking, travelers are advised to check their travel insurance before participating.

06/03/2020

Vashistha Cave

The Vashistha Cave is an ancient cave where Sage Vashistha used to engage in meditation. Vashistha was the Manas putra (human son) of Lord Brahma and once of the seven great sages. The cave is located a mere 25 KM from Rishikesh and is very popular amongst visitors looking for deep meditation.

According to Hindu mythology. Sage Vashistha decided to commit su***de in the Ganga River after the death of all his children but the Goddess Ganga would not allow it. Sage Vashistha then medicated for a long time in a cave and after a while, a small ashram was developed near it. Swami Purshottamanand decided to maintain this ashram and cave in 1930 and today it is still managed by the Swami Purshottamanand society.
Vasishta Cave is a place for Deep Meditation and Peace for those who seeking spiritual development.
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05/03/2020

Updated WHO recommendations for international traffic in relation to COVID-19 outbreak

Recommendations for international travellers
It is prudent for travellers who are sick to delay or avoid travel to affected areas, in particular for elderly travellers and people with chronic diseases or underlying health conditions.

General recommendations for personal hygiene, cough etiquette and keeping a distance of at least one metre from persons showing symptoms remain particularly important for all travellers. These include:

Perform hand hygiene frequently, particularly after contact with respiratory secretions. Hand hygiene includes either cleaning hands with soap and water or with an alcohol-based hand rub. Alcohol-based hand rubs are preferred if hands are not visibly soiled; wash hands with soap and water when they are visibly soiled;
Cover your nose and mouth with a flexed elbow or paper tissue when coughing or sneezing and disposing immediately of the tissue and performing hand hygiene;
Refrain from touching mouth and nose;
A medical mask is not required if exhibiting no symptoms, as there is no evidence that wearing a mask – of any type – protects non-sick persons. However, in some cultures, masks may be commonly worn. If masks are to be worn, it is critical to follow best practices on how to wear, remove and dispose of them and on hand hygiene after removal (see Advice on the use of masks)
As for any travel, travellers are also advised to follow proper food hygiene practices, including the five keys for food safety, as well as recommendations to reduce the risk of transmission of emerging pathogens from animals to human in live markets.

Travellers returning from affected areas should self-monitor for symptoms for 14 days and follow national protocols of receiving countries. Some countries may require returning travellers to enter quarantine. If symptoms occur, such as fever, or cough or difficulty breathing, travellers are advised to contact local health care providers, preferably by phone, and inform them of their symptoms and their travel history. For travellers identified at points of entry, it is recommended to follow WHO advice for the management of travellers at points of entry. Guidance on treatment of sick passengers on board of airplanes is available on ICAO and IATA websites. Key considerations for planning of large mass gathering events are also available on WHO’s website. Operational considerations for managing COVID-19 cases on board of ships has also been published.

04/03/2020

Har Ki Pauri, Haridwar
Har ki Pauri is the one of the most sacred Ghats in Haridwar and the only place where all the spiritual activities takes place. The ghat is reckoned to have been built by King Vikramaditya in memory of his brother Brithari in the 1st century BC. Literal meaning of the term 'Har Ki Pauri'- "Har" means "Lord Shiva", Ki" means "of" and "Pauri" means "steps". Priest of the nearby temples says that during the Vedic times, Lord Shiva and Lord Vishnu believed to have visited Brahmakund in Har Ki Pauri. The Ghat got its name from the foot imprint of the Lord Vishnu, the imprints of the same are present on one of the stones of the Ghat. In geographical terms, Haridwar is the place where river Ganges descends from the Gangotri glacier to the Indo-Gangetic plains of North India. Har Ki Pauri remains busy during the Ardh Kumbh Mela, Vaisakhi festival, Kanwar Yatra, and Magh Mela. Also, it is one of the four incredible sites in India that hosts the Kumbh Mela, during which millions bathe in the Ganga River.
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04/03/2020

Buddha Temple,
the most visited place in Dehradun city.
Buddha Temple is a Tibetan monestary, also called as Mindrolling Monastery and was build in 1965 by his eminence the Kochen Rinpoche and few other monks for the promotion and protection of religious & cultural understanding of Buddhism. Built in Japanese architecture style, Buddha Temple complex atmosphere provides a mental peace equal to Buddhist monk. Buddha temple complex was created as one of the four schools of Tibetan religion. This temple complex is known as 'Nyigma' while other schools known as Sakya, Kagyu and Geluk respectively.

Buddha Temple - Mindrolling Monastery

Believed to be largest Buddhist reliquary in Asia, Buddha temple is visited by hundreds of tourists as well international Buddhism lovers. This marvelous Buddhism holy place Buddha temple is about 220 feet in height and has five floors enshrine statues of Buddha and Guru Padmasambhava. First three floors provides mesmerizing experience as eye catching ornate wall painting makes everyone stunned. These Lord Buddha life illustrating paintings were painted in pure gold color and about 50 artists took over three years to paint these intricate paintings.
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04/03/2020

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04/03/2020

Uttarakhand, also known as "Devabhumi" (literally "Land of the Gods"). Uttarakhand or Uttaranchal is known for its natural beauty of the Himalayas . The state hosts For the Chaar Dham Yatra- which includes four holy places of the state, namely, Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamnotri. These places have religious importance for all the Hindus around the globe and hill stations like Nainital, Almora, Binsar, Ranikhet, Mussoorie, Dahnaulti, New Tehri, Bhimtal, Jageshwar, Bageshwar, Kausani, Pithoragarh, Uttarkashi, Joshimath, Rudraprayag, Devprayag, Chopta, Khirsu, and many more the Bengal tiger in Jim Corbett National Park, the oldest national park of the Indian subcontinent. The Valley of Flowers, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the upper expanses of Bhyundar Ganga near Joshimath in Gharwal region, is known for the variety and rarity of its flowers and plants. Uttarakhand, also faimous for the viillages which is off-beat and majorly untouched by of tourists. These villages have a serene environment, less population and extremely welcoming hosts. You'll find yourself exploring, wandering and enjoying the nature and silence.

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03/03/2020

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03/03/2020

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03/03/2020

Kunjapuri is temple of Goddess Durga , as it being one of the thirteen Shakti Peethas (Power Centers) in Shivalik range and one of the three Shakti Peethas in Tehri district established by Jagadguru Shankaracharya.
Kunjapuri is the name given to a peak having an altitude of about 1,676 m above from the sea level. There is a holy temple named as Kunjapuri temple and one of the most visited places of Tehri district not because of just its story related to gods and goddesses but also for his panoramic view of Garhwal Himalayan peaks. It commands a beautiful view of the snow-ranges of the Himalayas like Swargarohini, Gangotri, Banderpunch and Chaukhamba and of the valley of the Bhagirathi like Rishikesh, Haridwar and DoonValley. It is 7 km far away from Narendra Nagar, 15 km from Rishikesh and 93 km far away from Devaprayag.

If you are a nature lover and want to do something different, trek from Hindolakhal village to the temple through the green forest will be more adventurous. It is about 5KM. Travelers also appreciate the sunrise and sunset view from the Himalayan peaks. After reaching to the temple, pilgrims can shoot photographs for their lovely moments spend with their loved ones and enjoy the surrounding beauty. The opening time of Kunjapuri Temple is from 6am to 8am. The best time to visit Kunjapuri Temple is all round the year. Come here in Navratra season and get the chance to see the Hindu rituals and the beauty of the Indian culture here.

History:-
Kunjapuri is temple of Goddess Durga , as it being one of the thirteen Shakti Peethas (Power Centers) in Shivalik range and one of the three Shakti Peethas in Tehri district established by Jagadguru Shankaracharya. Other two Shakti Peethas in the district are Surkanda Devi and Chandrabadni. Kunjapuri, along with these two peethas form a holy triangle. Shakti Peethas are the places where body parts of Goddess Sati (incarnation of Goddess Parvati before she took birth as Parvati) fell down while Lord Shiva was carrying her dead body in his arms and roaming unconsciously through the Himalayan ranges of Bharatbarsh after Sati had flung herself in the yajna fires when some derogatory remarks were made about her husband by her father Daksha. The Durga temple at Kunjapuri receives thousands of visitors throughout the year but during Navaratras there is much flow of devotees.

03/03/2020

The Lakshman Jhula is a famous hanging bridge across the river Ganga that connects two villages, Tapovan in the Tehri Garhwal district and Jonk in the Pauri Garhwal district. Located 5 kilometres to the northeast of the town Rishikesh in the Indian state of Uttarakhand, the entire bridge is made up of iron, is 450 feet long and is situated at the height of 70 feet from the river. The Lakshman Jhula is extremely well known amongst tourists because of the rich mythological associations that are connected with the bridge. It is widely believed that Lord Lakshman, the younger brother of Lord Rama, had crossed the river Ganga at this same site, where the bridge now majestically stands for all to see.
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02/03/2020

Triveni Ghat, A confluence of three holy important Rivers the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswathy.

Triveni Ghat is a most revered sacred bathing spot in Rishikesh and is situated on the banks of Ganges River.
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It is of belief that those who take a dip in water at Triveni Ghat washes away all the sins and purifies the soul and will have salvation, a relief from all sins carried out; the water at Triveni Ghat has the power to purify them.

Daily in the morning and evening there are thousands who take bath at Triveni Ghat and enjoy the Maha Aarti being performed.

It very soothing to sit on the banks of the river and enjoy the cool breeze from the river.

Devotees make many offerings at Triveni ghat, in the early morning at sunrise they offer milk to the river and happily feed the fish in the Triveni Ghat.

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