Karnataka Rajayotsava

Happy Karnataka day

Karnataka Rajyotsava or Kannada Rajyotsava is a very special day celebrated by the people of Karnataka in every year on 01 November. On this day, all the Kannada-speaking people or Kannadigas throughout the world celebrate this day as a festival and decorate their houses. This was the day in 1956 when all the Kannada language-speaking people of south India were merged to form the state of Karnataka.

Madurai – The Oldest Living City In The World

History of Madurai kingdom and Tamil literature

The history of Tamil and Tamil Nadu without Madurai is impossible. One of India’s greatest temples Madurai Meenakshi Amman, exquisite interiors of Thirumalai Nayak Mahal, historic tales of Gandhi Museum, architectural excellence of Koodal Azhagar Temple, and one of the six abodes of Lord Murugan – Pazhamudir Solai are found in the “Pancha Sthala” land of Madurai.

Celebrating the rebirth of the elephant-headed God!

The youngest son of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvathi is known by 108 different names. There are countless prankster tales of Lord Ganesha still spread and shared in the South India homes. Associated more often with the red color, Lord Ganesha’s fictional features such as …

Happy 380th Birthday, Chennai – A Recap of Madras’ Childhood

The capital city of Tamil Nadu is going to celebrate its 380th birthday on August 22nd of 2019. Madras was purchased in 1639 by British East India Company from the Vijayanagara Empire, Damarla Venkatri Nayaka. To celebrate one of the greatest cities of India, Chennai-based …

Beautiful Offbeat Destinations of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is a safe haven for travelers all around the world. With deep-rooted tradition and a friendly population, this southern state tops the foreign tourist visits. Temples like the majestic Madurai Meenakshi Amman, meticulous Brihadeeswara, towering Sri Rangam, scenic Shore Temple, and recently Athi …