Pondicherry is a popular weekend getaway destination from Chennai and is easy to navigate on foot or by bicycle. The much revered MatriMandir and the concept of human unity in diversity are a big draw for people who spend days, weeks, and months here volunteering, meditating, and interning. Once, out …
Rameshwaram is one of the holiest places in India and is located on a beautiful island. It is separated by a small Pamban channel from Sri Lanka. According to the Hindu mythology, this is the place where Lord Rama created a bridge across the sea to Sri Lanka.Rameshwaram is located …
Here is the residence of former President of India, an accomplished scientist and an inspirational figure.India’s most loved president APJ Abdul Kalam was from Rameshwaram, This is the place where he was raised, educated and lived with his family. The house is now turned into a museum where tourists can get …
Located in the heart of the city of Madurai, the Meenakshi-Sundareshwarar temple is dedicated to goddess Meenakshi, the consort of lord Shiva. Madurai MeenakshiSundareswarar temple was built by King Kulasekara Pandya (1190-1216 CE). MeenakshiTemple, is a historic Hindu temple located on the southern bank of the Vaigai River in the temple city of Madurai, Tamil Nadu, India. …
Located at the south eastern tip of Pamban Island, Dhanuskodi is one of the unique attractions of Dhjanuskodi. It is located around 20 km away from Rameshwaram. The name Dhanuskodi literally means ‘end of bow’, which denotes the legend of Lord Rama and the Hindu sacred text Ramayana. One of the smallest towns …
Addis Ababa is the Capital city of Ethiopia, is a city of contrast – new skyscrapers stand on dirt roads and international business conferences meet next to traditional markets where rural customs are preserved. The city is growing rapidly and tourism in Ethiopia is on the rise, but many travellers …
National Museum is situated in the capital, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The National Museum of Ethiopia additionally alluded to as the Ethiopian National Museum.The exhibition hall houses relics and archeological antiques demonstrating the historical backdrop of Ethiopia from ancient circumstances to the present day. The most well-known display of the exhibition hall is …
Mount Entoto is the highest peak overlooking the city of Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia. Mount Entoto is part of the Entoto mountain chain, reaching 3,200 meters above sea level. Mount Entoto is the best location to observe the panoramic view of the capital. It is also a historical …
Known in Amharic as Kidist Selassie, is the highest ranking Orthodox Cathedral in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. It was built to commemorate Ethiopia’s Liberation from Italian occupation and is the send most important place of worship in Ethiopia, after the Church of our Lady Mary of Zion in Axum.
Entoto Mariam church is built on top of one of the highest mountains in Addis Ababa. An ancient church built in 1877 by Emperor Menelik II, it is also home to the first tomb of Empress Taitu, wife of Emperor Menelik II. The tomb is called “Shera Bet” and was …