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Thanyachi Durgeshwari: A Beacon of Faith and Community Spirit
Thanyachi Durgeshwari is one of Thane's most significant Devi pandals, and it is frequently connected with a local fair conducted during...

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Oct 6, 20242 min read
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The Hidden Gem of the Western Ghats: Kaas Plateau
Tucked away in Maharashtra, the Kaas Plateau is a mesmerizing wonderland that bursts into life each monsoon. Known as the “Valley of...

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Sep 27, 20242 min read
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Unveiling Aurangabad’s lesser known caves
Maharashtra, a state on India's western coast, is rich in Buddhist relics, sculptures, and architecture that may be viewed alongside...

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Sep 22, 20242 min read
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Exploring the rich cultural heritage of Thanjavur Marathi
Nestled in the heart of Tamil Nadu, the city of Thanjavur is widely celebrated for its rich cultural tapestry and historical...

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Jul 14, 20243 min read
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Forgotten Japanese Temple of Mumbai
Mumbai is a city full of hidden gems that constantly surprise you. Serene and quiet in the middle of Worli, one of the busiest parts of...

Gargee Shirodkar
Oct 9, 20232 min read
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Saguna Baug: A new approach towards sustainability
The other day I had a chance to interact with Mr. Chandan Bhadsavle, director of Saguna Baug Agro Farm and one of the leading names in...

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Sep 24, 20232 min read
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Bhiwandi's Hidden Buddhist Caverns
These Buddhist rock-cut caverns are located close to Janwal village and are being protected by the Directorate of Archaeology & Museums....

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Sep 9, 20232 min read
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The Symphony of Darkness
Growing up in Mumbai meant being exposed to a variety of pop culture and media that consistently tried to portray a defined culture of...

Gargee Shirodkar
Jun 4, 20233 min read
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Know the Cultural Capital
The other day, I was in Pune for a family event, after which I thought to explore a few places rather than lazing around. So, then and...

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Apr 23, 20233 min read
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Making the most of Ramadan: Tips for a culinary experience
amadan being the ninth month of the Islamic calendar, is considered one of the most important and sacred months of the year for Muslims,...

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Apr 16, 20233 min read
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The Hero who gave India its Navy!
Currently, Indian Navy is being counted among best top 10 navies in the world. But a few know that, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj is...

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Apr 9, 20233 min read
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Rashtrakuta's architectural marvels
Today's blog is little focused on the architectural side of Maharashtra hailing from medieval period. But before talking about the...

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Mar 26, 20234 min read
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Discovering Parsee Culinary Culture
It will be soon Nowruz on 21st March, where everything would come to life on this day for Parsees as it marks the beginning of their...

Gargee Shirodkar
Mar 19, 20233 min read
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CSMVS: A place where time gets frozen
Two years ago, when I was working on an assignment, required a visit to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya also known as...

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Mar 12, 20233 min read
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Religious Retreat of Spiritual Mumbai: Synagogue
The Jewish community who arrived from outside the country’s borders and made India their home, despite being overshadowed by the...

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Feb 4, 20232 min read
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Discovering Avalokiteshvara: The forgotten celestial being
We sometimes do come across abandoned places, monuments, or even statues, which we encounter during our travels, and usually tend to form...

Gargee Shirodkar
Oct 30, 20224 min read
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Bibi ka Maqbara: Taj of Deccan
Have ever wondered to find a striking resemblance to the world-famous Taj Mahal in Maharashtra? Well, this masterpiece does exist which...

Gargee Shirodkar
Oct 21, 20222 min read
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Exploring Flamingos: An emerging sustainable tourism
The world’s most instantly recognizable wading bird with long legs has especially captured the hearts of bird lovers and non-birders...

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Oct 14, 20224 min read
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The Land of Mangoes
Its summer time here in Maharashtra where weather here becomes quite hot and dry if you go across the Eastern Maharashtra but at the same...

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Apr 12, 20212 min read
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Savor the popular snacks!
An abundant use of aromatic and ingredients like peanuts, coconut, coriander leaves, onion, sesame seeds, lemon and chilies, makes...

Gargee Shirodkar
Nov 17, 20202 min read
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