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1. Mahabalipuram : The Open Museum January 30, 2012 Mahabalipuram is an ancient port city situated on the Coromandel Coast of Tamil Nadu. Also known as Mamallapuram, the city of Mahabalipuram is believed to have been built by the Pallava Dynasty in the 7th century. One of the most famous and most visited destinations of Tamil Nadu, Mahabalipuram is approximately 58 kilometers away from the capital city of Chennai. Mahabalipuram is a well-known paradigm of Dravidian style architectures and monuments. Legends say that Mahabalipuram was initially named after a cruel and arrogant King – Mahabali – who was killed by Lord Vishnu. Another interes... (read more) Author: afya khan

2. The Onam Festival Of Kerala June 03, 2011 Kerala is a beautiful small state situated in the south of India. The state is immensely beautiful with rich cultural and traditional background. The state was first in India to attain 100% literacy. Kerala celebrates several festivals in total traditional way. Onam is the biggest of them all which falls during the first month of the Malayalam calendar which is Chingam (August–September). The festival marks homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali, who ruled the state a very long time ago. The festival is celebrated to recall the sacrifice of the great King Mahabali and his true devotion to G... (read more) Author: Sanyukta Jain

3. festivals of Kerala May 14, 2011 Kerala is a land of fairs and festivals. Most of the festivals of Kerala are connected with local traditions and religions. The major festivals are Vishu, Navratri, Onam, Mahasivarathri, Asthami Rohini, Thrikarthiaka festival, Christmas, Easter, Bakrid, Idul Fitr, Miladi Sharif, Muharram Among the above festivals, the most important festival in Kerala is Onam. Onam is celebrated with lots of fervor and gaiety. All Malayalis, irrespective of their religion, celebrate Onam. It falls in the Malayalam month of Chingam (Aug-Sept). Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala. According to legends, ... (read more) Author: Babu Varghese

4. onam celebrations August 11, 2010 www.onam2010.com is a site from where you will get all the necessary information’s about onam. Onam2010 contains the history of onam, the legend behind onam, what is pookalam and how to make it.onam2010 also tells us about different kinds of onam games and onam songs. Onam is the most important festival in the South Indian state of Kerala. It falls during the Malayalam month of Chingam (August–September) and marks the homecoming of the legendary King Mahabali. Onam lasts from four to ten days. First day, Atham and tenth day, Thiruonam are most important of all. Onam is called the national fe... (read more) Author: orkutmaxs orkutscraps

5. Raksha Bandhan in History August 03, 2010 The traditional Hindu festival of Raksha Bandhan has a long and elaborate history. It came into origin about 6000 years back when Aryans created the very first civilization - The Indus Valley Civilization. With so many languages and cultures making up the cultural mosaic of this ancient land called India, the method of Rakhi festival celebration differs from north to south and from east to west. Some of these historical evidences referenced in the Indian history are presented here: King Bali and Goddess Lakshmi: Mahabali, the demon king was a great devotee of Lord Vishnu. It was thus tha... (read more) Author: Dipa Negi

6. Mamallapuram Travel Destinations June 25, 2010 Mamallapuram which is also known As Mahabalipuram is situated at a distance of 60 kms from South of Chennai. There are various places of tourist’s attraction in Mahabalipuram some of them are Arjuna's Penance, Shore Temple and The five Rathas etc. People come from far flung places and admire the beauty of this ancient city. Mahabalipuram, A World Heritage Mahabalipuram, is a 7th century port city which was under the Pallavas. It is believed the city was named after either the demon king Mahabali, or the Pallava king Mamalla. Mahabalipuram is a historic city and has numerous histor... (read more) Author: Leesa Steve

7. Mahabalipuram Attractions- High on Beauty, Wonder and Adventure! October 26, 2009 Holding sheer religious and aesthetic value, Mahabalipuram town takes pride in capturing the hearts of tourists who come here from far and wide. Located in the enchanting south Indian state of Tamil Nadu, this tourist destination is ideally set on the Coromandel Coast facing the Bay of Bengal. It is renowned across the globe for its arresting monuments, two of which have been recognized as the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. This beautiful town was named after Mahabali, a mythological king who was killed by Lord Vishnu in a battle. Apart from its architectural beauty, this wonderfu... (read more) Author: Manish Sinha

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