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Bettany Hughes - Exploring India's Treasures - The North

Bettany Hughes – Exploring India’s Treasures – The North

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Bettany Hughes – Exploring India’s Treasures – The North – In the enchanting city of Varanasi, a place brimming with spiritual energy and ancient traditions, Bettany finds solace and healing amidst her own recent bereavement. Embracing the profound customs of the Hindu faith, she engages in a poignant and transformative ritual that serves as a guiding light on her path of mourning and self-discovery.     As the sun casts its golden hues upon the sacred Ganges River, Bettany embarks on a soul-stirring journey towards healing. Accompanied by wise and compassionate locals, she immerses herself in the age-old rituals that […]

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Treasures of the Indus - Of Gods and Men

Treasures of the Indus – Of Gods and Men

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Treasures of the Indus – Of Gods and Men: In a journey across the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, Sona Datta traces the development of the Hindu religion from its origins as an amalgamation of local faith traditions to its dominant position today.     She uncovers this fascinating tale by looking at the buildings in which the faith evolved, moving from the caves and rock temples on the shores of the Bay of Bengal at Mahabalipurem, through the monolithic stone temple at Tanjavur to the vast complex of ornately carved towers, tanks and courtyards at Madurai, where every

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