SURYAPET, India (AP) — Chants of “Om Linga, Om Linga” resonated as barefoot Hindu pilgrims, many balancing offering-filled baskets and clay pitchers on their heads, climbed more than 100 steps to a ...

Banyan trees, in general, are sacred in Hindu mythology and Indian culture. From an ecological standpoint, banyan trees are a keystone species in their environments. They provide habitat and ...

Banyan trees hold spiritual and ecological significance in Indian culture, symbolizing resilience and shelter for wildlife.

Vashisht Temple in Manali, dedicated to sage Vashisht and associated with Lord Rama, is notable for its historical, spiritual significance, and natura ...

In 'My Head for a Tree', Martin Goodman relates the history of the Bishnoi and asks what a world facing climate change can learn from them.

Worshipping Naga on Krishna Panchami provides spiritual blessings, protection, wisdom, and karmic balance. Devotees seek this ...

Date, significance, and celebrations in Pakistan, Nepal, and worldwide. Discover the spiritual importance, rituals, and ...

Delve into the symbolism and significance of Lord Shiva's avatars, from Piplaad to Hanuman, and learn about their importance ...

The swarm of saints, sadhus, ash-smeared Nagas (a sect of Hindu ascetics), pilgrims ... decided that he would sell datun (twigs of the neem tree used to clean teeth). “What if pilgrims forget ...

This display of Indian women’s most idiosyncratic garment — known as the sari — is, however, seen mostly when it is sun-dried ...

That feeling of WoW which we felt when we were kids had the power to make us feel extremely joyful, make us curious and nudge ...

In addition to the souvenir sheet, the Department of Posts has released an array of philatelic items, including special covers and cancellations for sacred Snan days.