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SHRI DIGAMBAR JAIN LAL MANDIR, DELHI

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SHRI DIGAMBAR JAIN LAL MANDIR, DELHI Jainism Jainism usually known as Jain Dharma and the followers of Jainism are called Jains, a word derived from the Sanskrit word jina (victor) and bringing the path of victory in crossing over life's stream of rebirths through a moral and divine life. The first tirthankaras being Rishabhanatha , the twenty-third being Parshvanatha in 900 BCE, and twenty-fourth the Mahavira around 500 BCE. Mahavira is also known as Vardhamana who revived Jainism. Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir Sri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir is the most ancient Jain temple in Delhi. Located in the Chandni Chowk , in the area of Red Fort. Formerly built in 1656, the temple underwent many modifications and changes in the later years. Shri Digambar Jain Lal Mandir also called ‘Red Temple’, the temple is devoted to 23rd Jain Tirthankara- Parshvanath. Also the vast statue of Parshvanath, the temple also houses idols of Rishabhdev, Lord Mahavir and several o

ISKCON TEMPLE

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ISKCON TEMPLE  The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), recognized as the Hare Krishna movement or Hare Krishnas, contains of five hundred centers, temples, joined vegetarian restaurants, hundreds local gathering organizations. ISKCON was founded in 1966 in New York by A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Guru and spiritual master of the organization. ISKCON devotees chant God’s names in the form of the mantra, or prayer for deliverance: Hare Krishna, Hare Krishna, Krishna Krishna, Hare Hare/Hare Rama Hare Rama, Rama Rama, Hare Hare. History and Belief Iskcon ISKCON belongs to the Gaudiya-Vaishnava sampradaya, is the Vedic or Hindu culture in India. Philosophically it is based on the Sanskrit texts Bhagavad-Gita and the Bhagavat Purana, or Srimad Bhagavatam.   ISKCON spread the awareness and growth of Vaishnavism worldwide since the late 1960s. Activites of Iskcon Kirtan Kirtan, a form of religious chanting spread five hundred years ag

Chennai Tourism - 10 Best Places to Visit in Chennai

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Chennai Tourism : 10 Best Places to Visit in Chennai Most Important Tourist Attractions of Chennai Chennai is the capital of the southern kingdom of Tamil Nadu and is called the ‘Culture Capital’ of South India. Today, it stands strong because the fourth largest town in India, attracting vacationers with its extraordinary architecture and humble tradition. Here are the top 10 tourist places to visit in Chennai. 1 Marina Beach Marina Beach : Chennai Tourist Place  Marina beach in Chennai alongside the Bay of Bengal is India's longest and world's 2nd longest beach. It has a 12km lengthy coastline that is enclosed with palm trees alongside the promenade. Chennai Marina seashore becomes renovated with the aid of Governor Mountstuart Elphinstone Grant Duff in Eighties. All travelers visiting to Chennai in no way miss traveling this grand Chennai beach. Marina seashore is effortlessly available by buses, taxis, two and 3 wheelers. Marina Beach Activities

INDIAN CUISINE - South Indian Cuisine

INDIAN CUISINE - South Indian Cuisine The Traditional meals of India have been broadly preferred for its fantastic use of herbs and spices. The style of cooking varies from area to place and is basically divided into South Indian & North Indian food. The staple food in India consists of wheat, rice and pulses. South Indian Cuisine Tamil Nadu Cuisine  Chettinad Cuisine    Karnataka Cuisine    Kerala Cuisine Andhra Cuisine Tamil Nadu  Cuisine The main food of Tamil Nadu is rice which is part of Tamil meal and enjoyed with spiced vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes. The several Tamil dishes can be considered as regular, light meals, snacks, and desserts. Gravies and Curries Numerous dishes are served during the main meal that is relished with rice as main meals. These include: Sambar is a very popular South Indian dish that is made with lentils, vegetables and tamarind. Rasam is a soupy dish prepared with tomato, cumin, pepper, c