Wonder where this is?

Do you recognize this temple- widely believed to be one of the five surviving temples from the Mahabharata period in Delhi? This is the temple of Yog Maya in Mehrauli, close to Qutb complex and Adham Khan’s tomb. The current structure is a 19th century one, but a devi temple is believed to have been…

Sunset over Akshardham

A strenuous drive from Delhi to Noida, brightened by a wonderful sunset over the Akshardham temple!  Have never really been inside the complex, but this gorgeous view is good enough for me 🙂  Have you been there? Got any stories or feedback to share?

Pic-A-Day Project: Redefining the Skyline

Well, heritage lovers, it’s not just the old that defines the culture of Delhi, it’s also the new! And what better example than the new addition to the city’s skyline in 2005: the majestic Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple. One could argue it’s as much a destination for the devout as it is an immense tourist complex…

Pic-A-Day Project: Eating up the Sun :)

Don’t you wish you could do the same in this hottt summer? On the second day of our series, we bring to you a picture of the Lotus Temple, a Bahai House of Worship, beautifully adorning the Delhi skyline since 1986. Its 27 marble petals are clustered to create a lotus-shaped temple. Thanks to Deblina…

Wonder where this is?

Where have you seen these richly carved pillars in Delhi?