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Ramayan is the mega epic of all time.With veteran artistes like as Naseeruddin Shah (Raavan), Anupam Kher (Dashrath), Om Puri (Kaal), Ratna Pathak Shah (Manthara) and Jayati Bhatia (Kaikeyi), the entire initiative is all set to be a complete theatre of the mind for radio listeners. Ep 1 – Ravan Ko Vedwati Ka Shrap Ep 2 – Vishnu Ke Manushya Avataar Ki Ghoshana Ep 3 – Dashrath Ka Rishi Shring Se Putreshthi Yagya Karne Ka Aagrah Ep 4 – Shri Ram Janam Ep 5 – Prabhu Ka Naamkaran
HISTORY The Gulab Bari literally is a garden full of Roses and the residence to the glorious tomb of the third nawab of Awadh, Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula who ruled between 1753-1775.This place has a variety of roses surrounding the water fountains. The Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act 1958 proclaimed this monument to be of national importance. During Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula’s reign, Faizabad was made the capital of Awadh during which it achieved riches, which it could never achieve again. Many magnificent buildings with great architecture were built in his reign. His wife, Bahu Begum was a woman of great…
Bahu Begum Maqbara is the tomb of Begum Unmatuz Zohra Bano, the queen of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula. The mausoleum of Bahu Begum is very famous for its architecture and the way it is designed and constructed.It is built by the chief of Nawab Shuja-ud-Daula, Darab Ali Khan. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) protected the site and is managed by the Shia Board Committee (Lucknow).With the coming of Muharram, this site also comes to life. In Avadh, it is said to be the finest building of its kind.The city looks mesmerising from the top of the complex which is said to…
Ayodhya seen from the river Ghaghara(Saryu), Uttar Pradesh. Coloured etching by William Hodges, 1785. Hodges William, 1744-1797The name of Oudh comes from Ayodhya, described in the epic Sanskrit poem the Ramayana as the birthplace of Rama, an incarnation of the Hindu deity Vishnu The city of Ayodhya, or Oudh, is a holy city on the river Ghaghara. It gave its name to the administrative district of Oudh, principally the area now known as Uttar Pradesh; it was controlled by the same lieutenant-governer as the North Western Provinces
Since childhood, I have an inclination towards devotional and art-related activities/Various art forms, but at the age of 3 due to high fever lost both my legs. I wasn’t discouraged with this crisis in my life and finished my Masters in fine arts(Painting) from Saket Mahavidyalaya, Later on, started teaching differently-abled kids at Mand Buddhi Mook-Badhir Vidyalaya Ayodhya Painting and dance through the medium of sign language. Under the aegis of Shri Mahesh Yogi Ji made Golden book world record of 1050 folk art paintings, it’s my biggest accomplishment in the field of Painting till now. Along with this I…
Gupta Ghat is a revered site in Faizabad near Ayodhya, situated on the banks of river Sarayu also known as the Ghaghra. This place has a lot of relevance as this place is said to be the site where the Hindu deity Lord Ram meditated and undertook the ‘Jal Samadhi’ in the river. Post this, he attained ‘Baikuntha’ from where he descended down from heaven as an avatar of Lord Vishnu. There are various ghats which were built by Raja Darshan Singh. It is believed that taking a dip in the sarayu river will free them of their sins and…
Hartalika Teej this is the most important one out of the three. Hartalika is a combination of “harit” and “aalika” which means “abduction” and “female friend” respectively. As per the Hindu calendar, Hartalika Teej is celebrated on 3rd day of the Shukla Paksha in the Hindu month Bhadrapada.This Teej festival is an all-women celebration where married and unmarried women seek the blessings of Goddess Parvati.Married and unmarried women celebrate this festival by praying and observing Teej Vrat or fasting. Hartalika Teej is similar to another popular traditional festival – Karva Chauth. According to a spiritual legend, Goddess Parvati performed severe austerity along…
Ram Janam Bhoomi – Ayodhya Ram Mandir The Ayodhya Ram Mandir is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Ram. The temple’s design is based on the Hindu scriptures, and it is being constructed using traditional techniques and materials. The temple complex will also include a prayer hall, a museum, a research center, and other facilities. Situated on high ground and replete with temples and shrines, it is one of the major attractions in Ayodhya. Read More About Ayodhya Ram Mandir Hanuman Garhi Temple Constructed in the shape of a fort and accessed by a flight of seventy-six steps, the 10th-century…
Some places are not just famous for what they are but hold a great significance in history.Such place is Mani Parvat Ayodhya. It is mentioned in the Ramayana that Lord Hanuman pulled up an entire mountain containing the rejuvenating sanjeevani booti to treat Lakshman who was wounded in a battle by Meghnad. It is said that a portion of the mountain fell at a place in Ayodhya. The mound or the hillock is called Mani Parbat. The parvat also has a stupa made by the great emperor Ashoka.People believe that Lord Buddha stayed in Ayodhya for six years and gave…
Ram Katha Museum in Ayodhya Uttar Pradesh is home to many holy places and Ayodhya being a part can never lose its charm. Besides the various holy places that are visited by many devotees and priests, Ram Katha Museum is a big tourist attraction. HISTORY Ram Katha Museum was established in 1988 and is popularly known as Ram Katha Sangrahalaya. DESCRIPTION OF THE MUSEUM History lovers are drawn to it by the interesting collection of art and artefacts. The coins, rare palm leaf manuscripts and pottery that are exhibited here throw a great deal of light on the past. You…