The Amarnath Yatra, a sacred Hindu pilgrimage, is a significant religious and cultural event in Kashmir, India. The pilgrimage, which traces its roots to ancient Hindu texts and mythological stories, is a strenuous trek making it one of the oldest and most revered spiritual journeys in India. It attracts millions of devotees from across India…
Month: July 2023
TRANQUIL SETTINGS, BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPES & UNIQUE ARCHITECTURE OF THE SHRINES IN KUPWARA
Numerous shrines in Kashmir are revered by Kashmiri Muslims and Pandits. Kashmir is blessed with some of the famous Temples & Mosques · Shankaracharya Temple · Hari Parbat Fort & Temple of Sharika Devi · Kheer Bhawani etc.. The most popular and revered shrine of Kashmir is, however, not Sufi. It is the mosque of Hazratbal.
SHIKARA
The shikara is a type of wooden boat found on Dal Lake and other water bodies of Srinagar in Jammu and Kashmir. A Shikhara is a traditional Gondola type light rowing boat which is mostly seen on the pristine Dal Lake, apart from other lakes.
EXQUISITE FLAVOURS – THE TIMELESS TRADITIONS OF KASHMIR
Both Kahwa and Noon Chai hold immense cultural significance in Kashmiri society. Kashmir has some mouth-watering cuisine in both vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The popular dishes of meat are Kashmiri Kebag, Rogan Josh….
SIGNIFICANCE OF COMMUNITY RADIO STATIONS IN VALLEY
The state of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) is a very beautiful region with a combination of nature and culture. However, Kashmir has been a conflict zone of constant violence for the past three decades. Conflict has caused a lot of damage and destruction, including conflicts, poor education, physical health and mental disorders, mental depression and…
CHATPAL: A PICTURESQUE GETAWAY
Nestled in the scenic beauty of the Kashmir Valley, Chatpal is a hidden gem of Kashmir located just 30 kilometers away from the famous city of Srinagar. This idyllic destination captivates visitors with its breath-taking landscapes, tranquil lakes, and serene ambiance. Far away from the bustling city life, Chatpal offers a perfect retreat for nature…
MUSIC AS A FORM OF EXPRESSION, STRESS RELIEF AND A PROFESSION
The Power of Music to Reduce Stress
Contemporary research suggests music has significant power to help reduce stress and anxiety, relieve pain, and improve focus among many more …
AMARNATH YATRA A BOON FOR KASHMIR
62 days long Shri Amarnath ji Yatra will commence on 1 July 2023 and will culminate on 31 August 2023. Amarnath is one of the most renowned pilgrimage sites in India that draws numerous devotees each year.
MY KASHMIR- MY WILL O’ THE WISP
On a solitary boulder amidst the idyllic snow clad mountains, sittingTo the rapturous and mellifluous music of cascading Vitista, listeningOver matters abstruse of this meandering and ephemeral life, pondering A staccato of gun fire in the far distance – my thoughts, disrupting When will this endless catalysmic upheavel end, before becoming all annihilatingHow will this…
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