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A hand-picked selection from a pioneer called India
Culture is the story of people. It’s about each one of us. Whether it’s a deep appreciation of music, art, food or customs - an understanding about culture takes us on a journey. A journey about history, our roots, our evolution amidst changing times, and of course, our resilience. Just like us, culture is timeless and agile. This section invites you to delve deeply into our history with amazing facts about India. And a nudge to go deeply within with our selection of chants and bhajans.
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A die-hard fan of the epic Mahabharata?
For centuries, the Mahabharata and the city of Hastinapur have mesmerized generations. Prepare to get stunned.
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Not gold or silver; Alexander the Great wanted this metal from India
When Alexander the Great turned back for Greece from the banks of the Indus river, he wanted some treasures of Indian wisdom and craft.
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Shiv Kailasho ke wasi
A soul-stirring ode to Lord Shiva sung in Rishi Nityapragya’s signature style.
Sing along!
Music connects the individual to the universal spirit. Music is the rhythm and harmony that flows from the universe to the individual, the cosmos to the finite. Sing along with these ancient sounds and experience peace, tranquility and joy.