#india

ramnath@nerdpol.ch

#Hampi, located in #Karnataka, #India, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rich #history and architectural marvels. It was the capital of the Vijayanagara Empire from 1336 to 1565 and is renowned for its vast ruins that include temples, palaces, and market streets. Hampi is situated near the Tungabhadra River and is spread over 4,100 hectares, showcasing more than 1,600 remains of Hindu temples, forts, and other structures. The site is significant for its historical and cultural heritage, reflecting the grandeur of the last great Hindu kingdom in South India.

The name Hampi is derived from the old name of the Tungabhadra #River, Pampa, and it has a deep connection with Hindu mythology, particularly the Ramayana and the Puranas. Hampi's Virupaksha Temple, an active place of worship, is among its most notable monuments. The city was a prosperous, wealthy, and grand city known for its architecture and was considered one of the world's largest cities and probably India's richest during its peak. However, after the defeat by a coalition of Muslim sultanates in 1565, Hampi was abandoned and left in ruins.

Today, Hampi's ruins are a testament to its historical significance, attracting scholars, tourists, and pilgrims. The site includes various architectural and cultural attractions, such as the Virupaksha Temple, the Krishna Temple, and the Vittala Temple, showcasing the Vijayanagara Empire's advanced urban planning, architecture, and artistry. Hampi continues to be an important site for archaeological studies and conservation efforts, offering insights into India's rich past and cultural heritage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsHhoLKmhGs

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One of our self-funded films is ‘ #Narmada, the #eternal #river’. Originating at #Amarkantak in #MadhyaPradesh, the #River-Narmada flows for about 1300 kilometers from east to west through the gorge between the Vindhya and the Satpura mountain ranges and merges into the sea near Khambat Sagar at Gadurreswar in #Gujarat.

This valley was formed by the struggle of active land parts of the #Precambrian era, along with the remains of primitive sea creatures and #dinosaurs.

For this reason, the Narmada has been considered the #oldest river in #India.

Along with the evidence of the presence of early #StoneAge #humans in the #caves of the valley, the continuous presence of numerous ancient #Sanatana sites situated on the banks of the river narrates the story of the continuous cooperation of this river in the development of India.

In this short documentary, made under the guidance of Shri Samanand Ji from the Saptmatrika temple of #Maheshwar in Madhya Pradesh, we have tried to showcase the enigmatic story of this eternal river from the geological, anthropological, and cultural points of view.

More importantly, the video is an informative and spiritual look at the Narmada River, one of the most #sacred rivers in India. The video begins with a montage of images of the river, from its source in the Vindhya Mountains to its confluence with the Arabian Sea. The voiceover then introduces the river's history and significance and discusses its importance to the cultures of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat.

The video then goes on to explore the river's natural beauty, from its lush forests to its pristine waterfalls. A few original audio tracks and numbers make this video more attractive. The video also features interviews with people who live along the river and share their stories and insights about the river's importance to their lives. Insights shared by some spiritually accomplished personalities enhanced the knowledge value of the video.

The video also unfolds the importance of Narmada Parikrama, which is a spiritual journey that involves the circumambulation of the Narmada River, a 3000-kilometre route, on foot, leaving behind all belongings and economic means! The #journey is said to be a way to cleanse oneself of sin and attain #moksha, or #liberation.

The short documentary had been selected for official screening at the Mahakaushal Short & #Documentary #Film Festival and later was awarded the best documentary award upon its showcasing at the Shaheed Smarak Auditorium, Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, on 18th December, #2022!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qi7Fou0WTXU

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The Prime Minister of #Bangladesh fled to India/Protesters occupied the prime minister's office

🔹 informed sources announced the escape of the Prime Minister of Bangladesh to India and announced that the protesters occupied the prime minister's office in #Dhaka.

Local sources published images of the moment the Prime Minister of Bangladesh flee the the Prime Minister's office using a helicopter.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/world/bangladesh-prime-minister-resigns-flees-country-amid-deadly-protests/ar-AA1ofxtD

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina re signed and fled the country on Monday, as anti-government protesters marched on the capital to demand she step down after a weekend of violence that left dozens of people dead (over 100 verified ia reported as several dozens aa always with disgusting western medi/Farhad)

#Asia #Revolution #India #StudentProtests #Politics #India

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MTntxJzSats

India's most extreme festival and I've never seen anything like it before in my life - even after visiting every country in the world! It's a 10-day festival called Dussera, and even though it's celebrated around #India - no region is more intense than #TamilNadu.

It's hard to comprehend what I just experienced - people having exorcisms and going into an unconscious state of trance. And the craziest part? I was the ONLY non-Indian at this #festival of 100,000 + people, and this event has hardly been documented - by anyone! Also I appreciated that everyone at this festival was sober - that's how spiritual it was.

What do you think about #Dussera? Would you ever attend it? Let me know in the comments down below!

I Went to India’s Scariest Festival (Only Foreigner)