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I was studying Lalita Sahasranama and writing my own notes on it. That is when I came across Srinagar as the city of Rajarajeshwari Lalit Tripurasundari. I wondered if Srinagar in Kashmir is indeed that city. In my list of Cities Named After Devi, I remember mentioning Sharika Devi as the presiding deity of Srinagar. […]

It was our second Yacht Getaways vacation, and it was just as special as the first. Last summer, we found ourselves cruising through the Ioninan Islands of Greece in pure … Continue Reading Read the original post Are You Ready for Yacht Getaways? Sail Croatia The Right Way on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

Pawapuri Jal Mandir is a beautiful Jain temple located close to Nalanda. It literally means a temple standing in the water. Niravan Sthali of Bhagwan Mahavir Bhagwan Mahavir was the 24th Jain Teerthankar who lived 5-6 centuries before the common era. He was born in Vaishali, also in Bihar. At Pawapuri, he attained Nirvana on

When the cold weather arrives, it brings out different emotions in everyone. Some love the cold, some hate it, and for some, it means the holiday season is right around … Continue Reading Read the original post 26 Best Winter Vacations in the US (Updated 2024) on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

Zurich is often at the top of any Switzerland itinerary. As the financial capital of the country, the largest city in Switzerland, and a picturesque setting on Lake Zurich and … Continue Reading Read the original post The Perfect 3 Days in Zurich, Switzerland (Updated 2024) on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

Kadlekai Parishe is a unique festival of Bangalore that celebrates the Kadlekai that the speaking population knows as Groundnuts or Peanuts. We Hindi speakers call it Moongfali. It is a basic nut that is used extensively in Indian cooking both as a nut and for its oil. It is rich in protein, and fiber and

Looking for the best places to visit in October in the US? We’ve got you covered. From the colorful landscapes of New England to the charming coastal towns and festivals … Continue Reading Read the original post 15 Best Places to Visit in October USA (2024) on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

Mexico is one of the top places to visit because of its culture, food, and history. Most people go to Mexico to lay on an all-inclusive resort, but it’s a … Continue Reading Read the original post 21 Fun Facts About Mexico That May Surprise You (Updated 2024) on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

Japan is at the top of everyone’s travel bucket list, and for good reason. We have visited Japan on several occasions and always seem to learn something about the country … Continue Reading Read the original post 22 Facts about Japan You Didn’t Know (Updated 2024) on The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog.

I heard of Siddhpur on my trip to Bahuchara Ji. We had some time on hand after visiting Bahuchara Mata and Umiya Mata at Unjha. So, Jaya suggested visiting Siddhpur for the houses with lovely facades. Since the sun was about to set, we thought we could simply drive by those houses and be back