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- [Trip To Tam Dil Lake In Mizoram: Ride From Thenzwal To Seling](https://knowledgeofindia.com/trip-to-tam-dil-lake-in-mizoram/) - My bike ride in Mizoram was on its course. Although I faced some issues the day, I reached Aizwal. Since then, everything was going as per my plan. After Reiek and Vantawang Waterfall, my next destination in Mizoram was the border district Champhai. Now I was in Thenzawl, and knowing Champhai is around 250 kilometers,
- [Day Twelve In North-East India: Ride From Haflong To Silchar](https://knowledgeofindia.com/day-twelve-in-north-east-india-ride-from-haflong-to-silchar/) - The best thing about traveling is that it amazes with every passing moment. While on one day, you might witness remarkable natural beauty, you might encounter the opposite on another day. In Assam, it was a similar day for me. Yesterday I rode on the Lumding-Maibang-Haflong Highway, which was the best in my entire North-East
- [How To Reach Leh Ladakh? A List of All Possible Ways To Reach Leh](https://knowledgeofindia.com/how-to-reach-leh-ladakh-a-list-of-all-possible-ways-to-reach-leh/) - Welcome to the second article of my travelogue to Leh-Ladakh. In this article, I will be sharing detailed information about different routes that can be taken while completing the entire circuit of Leh-Ladakh. As mentioned in my earlier posts, the trip to Leh-Ladakh is best enjoyed for its remoteness and the unprecedented beauty it offers.
- [A Riders Guide To Plan A Trip To Leh-Ladakh: The Land of High Passes](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-riders-guide-to-plan-a-trip-to-leh-ladakh-the-land-of-high-passes/) - India is the 7th largest country in the world terms of area and one of the most diverse nations on the Earth. Due to its diverse geography, it is home to thousands of different species of plants and animals and a hotspot for thousands of tourists all over the world. From north to south and
- [Is Khardung La The Highest Motorable Road In The World?](https://knowledgeofindia.com/is-khardung-la-the-highest-motorable-road-in-the-world/) - A trip to Leh-Ladakh is always special as it allows you to enjoy nature’s lap and at the same time provides an opportunity to witness some of the highest motorable roads in the world. The Himalayan Mountain Range is famous for its altitude and hosts some of the highest mountain peaks in the world. The
- [How To Plan a Trip To Chanshal Pass In Himachal Pradesh](https://knowledgeofindia.com/how-to-plan-a-trip-to-chanshal-pass-in-himachal-pradesh/) - In my last article, I described my bike trip to Chanshal Pass and the beauty of Pabbar Valley I explored. Chanshal Pass is one of the less famous Mountain Pass and therefore there is limited information about how to plan a trip to Chanshal Pass. Most bikers and travelers in India prefer going to Sach
- [A Winter Bike Ride To Chanshal Pass In Himalayas](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-winter-bike-ride-to-chanshal-pass-in-himalayas/) - The state of Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh are neighboring states and are blessed with the mighty Himalayan Mountain Range. The states are also known as Dev Bhumi meaning "Land of the Gods" and hosts some of the famous religious sites of India. There are many temples situated in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand which attracts thousands
- [Facts About Khajuraho Temples and Khajuraho Sculptures with Images](https://knowledgeofindia.com/khajuraho-temples-khajuraho-sculptures-with-images/) - The Khajuraho temples are a group of temples built during the period of 950-1050 BCE and they are one of the oldest groups of monuments in India. Khajuraho Temples and sculptures are nearly 1000 years old and they are the finest example of Indian architecture and sculpture. The Khajuraho Temples were built by the rulers
- [Amazing Ganges River Facts Every Indian Should Know](https://knowledgeofindia.com/ganges-river-facts/) - Ganges River is the most important river in India and it is one of the longest rivers in Asia. Ganges River is very important for India as nearly 500 million people or nearly 10% of the world population is directly or indirectly depends on the river for their livelihood. The river is used for irrigation,
- [Assi, Manikarnika & Dashashwamedh: List of Important Ghats of Varanasi](https://knowledgeofindia.com/assi-manikarnika-dashashwamedh-list-of-important-ghats-of-varanasi/) - The City of Varanasi is known as the Spiritual Capital of India and it is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism. Varanasi is the oldest city in India and is also one the oldest and continuously inhabited cities of the world. Varanasi is not only an important city in Hinduism but also in
- [Trip To Bhojeshwar Shiva Temple in Bhojpur Bhopal](https://knowledgeofindia.com/trip-bhojeshwar-shiva-temple-bhojpur-bhopal/) - Hinduism is the most followed religion in India and nearly 79% of the population of India practice Hinduism. Throughout India, you will find temples dedicated to different Gods of Hinduism. There are four sects in Hinduism (Vaishnavism, Shaivism, Shaktism, and Smartism) in which Shaivism is an important sect. People following Shaivism worship Lord Shiva as
- [Panch Prayag : Five Sacred Confluences of Alaknanda River](https://knowledgeofindia.com/panch-prayag-five-sacred-confluences-river-alaknanda/) - Panch Prayag or the Fiver Confluences are five sacred confluence of River Alaknanda before joining the Bhagirathi River and forming the Holy Ganges River of India. India is one of the largest countries in the world and has one of the biggest river systems in the world. Throughout India, many rivers join and form a
- [Lachit Borphukan: The Unsung Hero Of India and Assam](https://knowledgeofindia.com/lachit-borphukan-unsung-hero-india-assam/) - History of India is full of heroes who fought against the enemies of their Motherland and successfully chased out the infiltrators from their homeland. During our school days, we have read the heroic stories of Chandragupta Vikramaditya, Maharana Pratap, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, Rani Lakshmi Bai, Shaheed Bhagat Singh, and many more. They all fought for
- [A Memorable Trip To Deoria Tal-Tunganath And Chandrashila Peak Trek](https://knowledgeofindia.com/memorable-trip-deoria-tal-tunganath-chandrashila-peak-trek/) - Lord Shiva is one of the principal deities of Hinduism and he is considered as the "destroyer and transformer" of the Universe. He is also considered as the most powerful and most fierce deity among Trimurti (Lord Brahma, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva). The Shaivism Sect of Hinduism considers Lord Shiva as the Supreme being
- [Orchha: As Seen From My Eyes & Places To Visit In Orchha](https://knowledgeofindia.com/orchha-as-seen-from-my-eyes-places-to-visit-in-orchha/) - The City of Jhansi is very famous and is known to most of India as the city represents Rani Lakshmi Bai, a freedom fighter of India who participated in the War of 1857. The city of Jhansi has forts, palaces, museums and other monuments that were associated with Queen of Jhansi. Jhansi is always important
- [A Bike Trip To Tamhini Ghat in Western Ghats of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-bike-trip-to-tamhini-ghat-in-western-ghats-of-india/) - The geography of India is very diverse and one of the gems in its diversity is The Western Ghats. The Western Ghats of Indian runs from Gujrat to Tamil Nadu and is very rich in different species of flora and fauna. The Western Ghats of India is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and it is
- [The Border Security Force of India: First Wall of Defence of Indian Territories](https://knowledgeofindia.com/border-security-force-of-india-or-bsf-india/) - A few days back we had written an article on Facts about International Borders of India and it was very well received by our readers. In that article, we also mentioned how Indian Armed Forces guard such an inhospitable border under different climatic conditions. One of our readers mentioned that excluding the border of Jammu
- [Amazing Facts about International Border of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/international-border-of-india/) - The International border of India is 3rd largest in the world after China (22,147 Km) and Russia (20,017 Km). Apart from the International border of 15,200 Km, the border of India includes an additional coastline of 7515 Km. India shares its international border with seven countries (If POK is taken into account) which is also
- [Statewise List of Lakes In North-East India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/statewise-list-of-lakes-in-north-east-india/) - North-East India is a hidden gem, and it is one of the most remote areas in the country. Due to the harsh terrain, most travel enthusiasts avoid visiting the region, yet it has a lot to offer when explored thoroughly. The area comprises seven states collectively known as the Seven Sisters, and with Sikkim, the
- [Places In North-East India That Lies on International Border: A Travel Guide](https://knowledgeofindia.com/places-in-north-east-india-that-lies-on-international-border-a-travel-guide/) - A few years back, I wrote an article in my blog called "Places In India That Lies On International Border." At that time, I was a newbie in blogging and complied it by studying the International Border of India. Over time, as my blog grew, so does my knowledge about the border of India. During these
- [Places in India that lies on International Border](https://knowledgeofindia.com/places-in-india-that-lies-on-international-border/) - India is the seventh-largest country in the world and shares its border with Afghanistan, China, Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, Myanmar, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It has a land border of 15200 Km and a coastline border of 7500 Km. There are some beautiful and historic towns and villages that are located on the border of India
- [King of Mountains: The Himalaya Mountain](https://knowledgeofindia.com/himalaya-mountain/) - Himalaya Mountain is a range of young fold mountains that stretches for nearly 2400km in the northern part of India. Himalayan Mountain is home to the world’s largest peak Mount Everest and separates the Indian subcontinent from rest of Asia, it is the source of some of the largest river system on earth and has
- [Story of Incredible Construction: The Konkan Railways](https://knowledgeofindia.com/facts-about-konkan-railway/) - At present, it carries 25 million passengers every year. As the organization still has to repay a heavy debt, they are planning to introduced more new features and a larger number of RORO trains. Konkan Railway plays a major role in reducing the travel time to Goa, which is a major tourist destination in India. The
- [Holy River of India: The Ganges River](https://knowledgeofindia.com/ganges-river/) - Ganges River is the most important as well as the most sacred river in India. It is one of the longest rivers in India and also the third largest river in the world in terms of water discharged into the sea. Ganges River plays an important role in the life of Indian people. The river
- [List of Mountain Ranges & Mountains in India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/mountains-in-india/) - Mountains are one of the classifications of earth topography, and they are present in almost every continent of the earth. We have the Rocky Mountains in North America and the Alps in Europe, the Ural Mountains in Russia to the Himalayas in Asia. India is one of the diverse nations on the planet and has
- [Geography of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/geography-of-india/) - The Geography of India is very diverse and almost all types of geographical divisions are present in the Indian subcontinent. The Geography of India is as diverse as its culture and languages. India is the largest country in South Asia, and it entirely lies in the northern hemisphere covering an area of 3,287,264 Km². The diverse
- [Major Rivers of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/rivers-of-india/) - Rivers have played a significant role in all the great human civilizations of the world, whether it was Egyptian Civilization around the River Nile or Mesopotamian Civilization near the Tigris River. Rivers in India play an important role in India's economy as India is an agriculture-dominated country. Nearly 70% population of India depends directly or
- [Amazing & Interesting Facts about India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/facts-about-india/) - Welcome to the portal of the world's largest democracy, i.e., India. You all know many facts about this great country, but many of us are unaware of hundreds of other significant facts about India. Through this article, we will take you on a tour of India and provide you amazing and interesting facts about India.
- [List Of Dangerous Water Crossing En Route Ladakh And Spiti Valley](https://knowledgeofindia.com/dangerous-water-crossing-route-ladakh-spiti-valley/) - The Ladakh Valley and the Spiti Valley are travelers and Biker's Paradise in India. Thousands of travel enthusiasts who love long and thrilling drives visit them every year. They have some of the highest motorable roads in the world, serving as major attractions en route. While driving on mountain passes and highways adjacent to deep
- [My Trip To Jampui Hill In Tripura: A Journey Amid Chaos And Internet Ban](https://knowledgeofindia.com/my-trip-to-jampui-hill-in-tripura-a-journey-amid-chaos-and-internet-ban/) - When I was planning my trip to north-east India, my initial plan was first to explore Meghalaya and later Assam. After Assam and Meghalaya, I was confused between Mizoram and Tripura. My confusion was mostly about the state to visit first and how to access the second state after exploring first. Initially, I planned to explore
- [How Narendra Modi And The Government Failed To Understand The Ongoing Coronavirus Crises](https://knowledgeofindia.com/how-narendra-modi-and-the-government-failed-to-understand-the-ongoing-coronavirus-crises/) - The ongoing Coronavirus Pandemic has already engulfed the entire world, and by the time I completed this article already, there were more than 32000 deaths and 683,691 active cases in the world. The virus walloped the most developed and advanced countries in the world with the USA, reporting more than one lakh cases in one week. Everyone on this planet
- [How To Plan A Road Trip To Sach Pass and Precautions To Take](https://knowledgeofindia.com/plan-road-trip-sach-pass-precautions-take/) - In my previous article, I shared my Motorcycle Trip to Sach Pass and the route I followed. Since ride to Sach Pass is considered one of the toughest rides, a lot of people try to gather information before starting their journey. When I was planning my trip to Sach Pass, I also tried to search
- [A Bike Trip To Sach Pass: The Toughest Pass In India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-bike-trip-to-sach-pass-the-toughest-pass-in-india/) - A few months back I was writing an article on Mountain Passes in India situated in Himalayan Mountain Range. At the time of writing that article I read about all the passes of India, the valleys they connect, their importance to India and primarily the Indian Army. I had already planned Leh-Laddakh Trip with my
- [Motorcycle Trip To Badrinath Shrine](https://knowledgeofindia.com/motorcycle-trip-to-badrinath/) - Badrinath is a sacred Hindu town situated in the Chamoli district of the Indian state of Uttrakhand. The town is famous for the Temple of Badrinath which is one of the four Char Dham in Hinduism. Every year thousands of devotees plan a trip to Badrinath to offer their prayers to Lord Badrinarayan. A person
- [A Trip To Chabimura In Tripura: Co-existence of Nature And History](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-trip-to-chabimura-in-tripura-co-existence-of-nature-and-history/) - The state of Tripura is an amalgamation of natural beauty and historical places. Unlike other the northeastern Indian states, which are more famous for their scenic beauty, Tripura attracts tourists of a different category. It offers a variety of sites catering to every traveler's needs. While Jampui Hill allures travelers for its dense forest and hills, its
- [A Complete Travel Guide On Planning A Trip To Damboor Lake In Tripura](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-complete-travel-guide-on-planning-a-trip-to-damboor-lake-in-tripura/) - North-East India has numerous lakes, and when I traveled to the far eastern side of the country, I witnessed some of the spectacular lakes of the region. My sixty-days northeastern India ride enabled me to explore some of the biggest and famous lakes of the area. I visited the Umiam Lake in Meghalaya, Dipor Bill, and Haflong lake in Assam, Tam Dil, and Rih
- [A Detailed Travel Guide On Planning A Trip To Longwa Village In Nagaland](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-detailed-travel-guide-on-planning-a-trip-to-longwa-village-in-nagaland/) - When I traveled to northeastern India, I visited the border of India several times. Yet, it was the India-Myanmar border where I was able to cross the border and tour the towns in Myanmar. I crossed the border in Mizoram and visited the Rih Dil Lake. Later in Manipur, I crossed the boundary again and visited the township of Moreh and Tamu.
- [Second Ride To India-Myanmar Border And A Bike Trip To Moreh In Manipur](https://knowledgeofindia.com/second-ride-to-india-myanmar-border-and-a-bike-trip-to-moreh-in-manipur/) - A few weeks back, I wrote an article on "Places In India That Lies on International Border in the North-East Region." In that article, I mentioned areas that are on the borer and where tourists can visit without restrictions. I also explained about Integrated Check Post (ICP), which acts as a major trading point between India
- [A Guide To Planning A Trip To Rih Dil Lake On India-Myanmar Border](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-guide-to-planning-a-trip-to-rih-dil-lake-on-india-myanmar-border/) - During my ride in North-East, I got opportunities to explore a variety of things. I explored National Park like Kaziranga National Park and Manas National Park, waterfalls like Wei-Saw-Dong, Rainbow, and Vantawng Waterfall. I explored the mountains of Assam and rode on the Lumding-Maibang Haflong Highway, which I rate as the best in North East India. Throughout my sixty-day ride in north-east India, I
- [A Travel Guide To Birthi Waterfall In Uttrakhand: The Biggest Waterfall In Uttrakhand](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-travel-guide-to-birthi-waterfall-in-uttrakhand-the-biggest-waterfall-in-uttrakhand/) - The best part of traveling to hills and mountains is that it provides a variety of options to adventurers to quench their desire to explore something unique. While the scenic mountains offer picturesque scenery, at the same time, it provides a wide range of treks and camping opportunities. Mountains not only pave the way for
- [How To Explore Kaziranga National Park: A Detailed Travelogue](https://knowledgeofindia.com/how-to-explore-kaziranga-national-park-a-detailed-travelogue/) - In my last article, I shared my Ride to Kaziranga National Park from Guwahati. In that article, I narrated my ride to Kaziranga and how I explored the National Park. I stayed in Kaziranga National Park for two days and in those two days, explored the national park in the best possible way. My visit
- [The Bamboo Trek of Meghalaya: A Complete Guide To Mawryngkhang Trek](https://knowledgeofindia.com/the-bamboo-trek-of-meghalaya-complete-guide-to-mawryngkhang-trek/) - In my short history of traveling in India, I have done a lot of bike rides and treks. I have completed a bike ride to Leh-Ladakh, Spiti Valley, and many more popular biking routes in India. I have also completed treks like Valley of Flower, Dayara Bugyal, Panch Kedar, and many more. Now I was
- [Trek To Double-Decker Root Bridge In Cherrapunjee: Day Three In Meghalaya](https://knowledgeofindia.com/trek-double-decker-root-bridge-cherrapunjee-day-three-in-meghalaya/) - Welcome to day three of my travelogue of North-East India, if you have read my previous articles you would know that I was traveling in Meghalaya. In the last two days, I covered some of the famous places to see in Cherrapunjee like Wei-Saw-Dong Waterfall, Arwah caves, and Noh-Ka-Likai Falls. Today's day was special because I was going
- [Trip to Wei-Saw-Dong Waterfall In Cherrapunjee: Most Scenic Waterfall In Meghalaya](https://knowledgeofindia.com/trip-to-wei-saw-dong-waterfall-in-cherrapunjee-most-scenic-waterfall-in-meghalaya/) - Meghalaya is known as "Adobe of Clouds," and there is no doubt in its nomenclature. If you have ever visited Meghalaya, you will see the name stands accurately as clouds cover the state in its length and breadth. When I was traveling in Meghalaya during my ride to North-East India, I encountered the same. Every
- [A Day In The Only Hill Station Of Assam: Places To Visit In Haflong](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-day-in-the-only-hill-station-of-assam-places-to-visit-in-haflong/) - Today was my eleventh day in North-East India and 5th day in Assam, and after an adventurous ride of more than 300 kilometers, I reached Haflong. When I was making my itinerary for the North-East India ride, I searched for places to visit in the north-eastern states. Many websites suggested Haflong and described it as the only hill
- [Solo Ride From Guwahati to Cherrapunjee: Day One of North-East India Ride](https://knowledgeofindia.com/solo-ride-guwahati-cherrapunjee-day-one-north-east-india-ride/) - Welcome to the first day of my travelogue to North-East India and epically to the state known as “Adobe of Clouds." One the first day of my journey I embarked on a solo ride from Guwahati to Cherrapunjee. Anyone traveling to North-East for the first time they prefer either Meghalaya or Arunachal Pradesh and I
- [Day Sixteen In North East India And A Bike Ride From Reiek To Thenzawl](https://knowledgeofindia.com/day-sixteen-in-north-east-india-and-a-bike-ride-from-reiek-to-thenzawl/) - After spending a fantastic day in Reiek and making some new friends in Mizoram, it was time for me to say goodbye to this beautiful town. Reiek made an impression which I knew was going to last long in my memory. When you visit a state for the first time and witness something extraordinary, it
- [A Complete Travel Guide To Vantawng Waterfall and Tuirihiau Waterfall In Mizoram](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-complete-travel-guide-to-vantawng-waterfall-and-tuirihiau-waterfall-in-mizoram/) - Throughout my ride in North-East, India, I found two things in abundance. One, the endless hills of north-east India and second the numerous waterfalls formed within those hills. During my ride in Meghalaya, I encountered countless waterfalls, including some of the largest waterfalls in India. Noh-Ka-Likai, Wai-Saw-Dong, and Rainbow waterfall made a profound impact on my memory. At the
- [A Trip To Hmuifang And Sialsuk: Two Offbeat Tourist Destination In Mizoram](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-trip-to-hmuifang-and-sialsuk-two-offbeat-tourist-destination-in-mizoram/) - In my last article on my ride to North-East India and Mizoram, I shared my journey from Riek to Thenzawl. My previous article dealt mostly with my ride and the sites I crossed en route. After finishing my article, I decided to write a separate post on two places I covered in my trip, i.e., Hmuifang and Sialsuk. Hmuifang and Sialsuk
- [Day Two Of North East India Ride: Cherrapunjee Sightseeing And Places To Visit In Cherrapunjee](https://knowledgeofindia.com/day-two-of-north-east-india-ride-cherrapunjee-sightseeing-and-places-to-visit-in-cherrapunjee/) - Welcome to the second day of my travelogue to north-east India. As shared in the previous article, I was traveling to the state of Meghalaya and reached the town of Cherrapunjee on the first day evening. When I reached Cherrapunjee, I got to know that the original name of the town was Sohra (soh-ra), and
- [Aizwal City The Capital of Mizo Hills And Places To Visit In Aizwal](https://knowledgeofindia.com/aizwal-city-the-capital-of-mizo-hills-and-places-to-visit-in-aizwal/) - When I was a kid, I always used to get confused while learning the Capitals of the States of India. The primary confusion was three cities, i.e., Kohima, Imphal, and Aizwal. It was a daunting task to remember which city is the capital of which state. Back in school days, I had to pay special attention to these capital
- [Bike Ride To Reiek Mountain In Mizoram: A Weekend Gateway In Aizwal](https://knowledgeofindia.com/bike-ride-to-reiek-mountain-in-mizoram-a-weekend-gateway-in-aizwal/) - Every city offers places in its neighborhood, commonly known as "Weekend Gateway." These places lie in the vicinity of the town and serve the purpose of relaxation for city inhabitants. Depending upon the condition of the road, traffic, and the distance, ride of 2-4 hours, leads there. Tamhini Ghat and Lonavala in Pune, Nandi Hills in Banglore, and Pondicherry in Chennai are a few examples of the
- [A Day In Reiek And Trek To Reiek Peak In Mizoram: A Detailed Travelogue](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-day-in-reiek-and-trek-to-reiek-peak-in-mizoram-a-detailed-travelogue/) - Traveling has many kinds; it can be a simple stay in a resort or hotel to a fantastic drive on the road. Sometimes travelers like spending their time with the locals to understanding their culture and life, yet some try to explore nature. Similarly, trekking is an essential part of travel, offering phenomenal views of
- [Silchar To Aizwal Bike Ride: Trip To The Remotest State Of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/silchar-to-aizwal-bike-ride-trip-to-the-remotest-state-of-india/) - After spending two days resting in Silchar, it was time for me to move to my next destination in North-East India. If you had read my previous post on Silchar, you would know that Silchar lies at the center of North-East. Due to its location, major cities of North-east India are equidistance from Silchar. Upon
- [Trip To Raman Reti in Gokul Vrindavan](https://knowledgeofindia.com/raman-reti-gokul-vrindavan/) - Mathura is an important city in India and it is one of the holiest cites in Hinduism. The city is regarded as the birthplace of Lord Krishna and it is one of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism. According to Hindu Mythology and sacred books of Hinduism not only Lord Krishna was born
- [Complete List of Mountain Passes in India and Himalayas](https://knowledgeofindia.com/complete-list-of-mountain-passes-in-india-and-himalayas/) - The Himalaya Mountain is the largest mountain Range in the world and it is situated in the northern part of India. Not only it hosts most of the highest peaks of the world but also some of the coldest places on the Earth. The Himalaya Mountain acts as a shield and separates India from the
- [65 Interesting Facts About Hinduism Every Indian Should Know](https://knowledgeofindia.com/65-interesting-facts-about-hinduism/) - Hinduism is the oldest living religion in the world. Hinduism is a very complex religion and it is the only religion that gives complete freedom to its followers to pray God in any form. Two major religions of the world i.e. Christianity and Islam were born after Hinduism and today they have more followers than
- [Causes of Ganges River Pollution: A Case Study](https://knowledgeofindia.com/causes-ganges-river-pollution-case-study/) - Since the beginning of our blog, we have covered topics that are related to the History and Geography of India. In our articles, we have covered Mountains in India as well as Rivers in India. We specially covered the Ganges River in a separate article and now we would focus on Pollution in Ganges River
- [The Untold Story of Battle of Saraighat](https://knowledgeofindia.com/the-untold-story-of-battle-of-saraighat/) - The History of India is very vast and it requires huge effort to know the entire history of India. Prior to modern history, it comprises many kings and kingdoms which ruled during a different period of time. Most of the Indians are unaware of the great Ahom Kingdom that ruled the eastern part of India.
- [Toughest Road In India: A Ride From Pangong Tso To Tso Moriri Lake in Ladakh](https://knowledgeofindia.com/toughest-road-in-india-a-ride-from-pangong-tso-to-tso-moriri-lake-in-ladakh/) - A bike ride is always full of adventures and those traveling on Bike can easily relate to it. I mean a trip on a car is also memorable and I have done many in the past but the freedom a motorcycle gives cannot be compared with a car. A car comes with comfort but with
- [A Biker's Guide to North-East India: Sixty Days of Solo Ride to Seven Sisters](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-bikers-guide-to-north-east-india-sixty-days-of-solo-ride-to-seven-sisters/) - Anyone working in the service sector knows the importance of job change, commonly known as Job Switch. It gives individuals a chance to raise his/her salary and move to a new organization and environment. A person working in a private company sees this period many times in his profession. When the same thing happened to
- [Money Spent By India on Jammu & Kashmir](https://knowledgeofindia.com/money-spent-by-india-on-jammu-kashmir/) - On the 8th of July 2016, the Indian Army killed Burhan Muzaffar Wani, commander of Kashmiri militant group Hizbul Mujahideen. At the time of his death, he was 21 years old and the Government of India had announced a bounty of INR 1 million. The death caused widespread unrest in the Kashmir Valley which claimed
- [Places to Visit in Badrinath](https://knowledgeofindia.com/places-to-visit-in-badrinath/) - Badrinath is an important Hindu pilgrimage site and every year thousands of pilgrims visit this holy shrine to offer their prayers and take blessing from Lord Badrinarayan. The holy city of Badrinath is 545Km from the national capital of India i.e. New Delhi. Traveling to such a long distance is a challenging task and then
- [Trip To Dhuandhar Waterfall Jabalpur: Niagara Waterfall of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/trip-dhuandhar-waterfall-jabalpur-niagara-waterfall-india/) - The geography of India is one of the most diverse geographies in the world and the Indian subcontinent hosts some of the largest rivers and Mountain Ranges of the world. Central India is famous for its flora and fauna and it accounts for nearly 30% forest cover of India. River Narmada flows through this region
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- [Quota or Reservation System in India: History & Present](https://knowledgeofindia.com/quota-or-reservation-system-in-india/) - “Reservation” in English means “An arrangement by which some provisions are secured in advance” or “The act of keeping back or withholding”. If the same word is uttered in India it creates a widespread debate, heated conversations, and divides the society between who supports reservation and who are against it. Over the years, Reservation System
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- [Is India Ahead of Pakistan? A Detailed Comparison Between India and Pakistan](https://knowledgeofindia.com/detailed-comparison-between-india-and-pakistan/) - A few days back one of my friend was involved in a debate with a Pakistani boy on Facebook. Though I don’t know the exact reason that sparked the debate, I remember that, for every logical reply given by my friend, the only answer his counterpart provided was “Pakistan has more Nuclear Weapon than India”.
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- [List of Freedom Fighters of India who Died for Independence](https://knowledgeofindia.com/list-of-freedom-fighters-of-india/) - Indian Independence Movement was carried out by many groups, organizations, dynasties and individual people. They carried out the movement depending on their ideology. Some followed the path of non-violence and others believed that Britishers can only be chased out of India by the means of violence. Those who followed the path of violence (precisely aggression)
- [10 Important places In Indian Independence Movement](https://knowledgeofindia.com/important-places-of-indian-independence-movement/) - The story of the struggle of the Indian Independence Movement one of the longest in the world. It took nearly 90 years to persuade the British out of India although small skirmish, revolts, and fights were already started prior to 1857. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 sprouted the dream of Independence among the common people
- [The Real History of Koh-I-Noor Diamond: The King of All Diamonds](https://knowledgeofindia.com/history-of-koh-i-noor-diamond/) - “Koh-I-Noor” diamond is the world's largest diamond and in English, the word Koh-i-Noor means “Mountain of Light”. Throughout the history of Koh-i-Noor diamond, it has been the center of debate and controversies and nowadays the sole debate is that it should be returned to India, the birthplace of the diamond. In 2013, U.K Prime Minister
- [10 Things about largest highway project in India: The Golden Quadrilateral](https://knowledgeofindia.com/largest-highway-project-in-india-golden-quadrilateral/) - India is one of the largest countries in the world and the second most populated country in the world after China. To support the increasing demand for raw material and finished goods, it requires a well-developed transportation system. Every year nearly 8 billion people travel across India via railways and railways contribute to transporting 1050.18 million
- [Life of Swami Vivekananda-The Patriotic Saint of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/life-of-swami-vivekananda/) - Swami Vivekananda was a great Indian saint who helped in reviving Hinduism and its philosophy of Vedanta and Yoga in other parts of the world and primarily in the west. He was the chief disciple of great Saint Ramakrishna and he worked throughout his life to revive Hinduism, increase awareness and promoted Hinduism to reach
- [History of Kumbh Mela : The Largest Human Gathering on Earth](https://knowledgeofindia.com/the-kumbh-mela/) - Kumbh Mela is an auspicious Hindu mass pilgrimage that occurs every 12 years in India. During Kumbh Mela, devotees bathe in the water of sacred rivers of India to wash away their sins to get rid of the continuous cycle of birth and death and attain Moksha. The Kumbh Mela occurs after 12 years at four
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- [Trek To Rainbow Waterfall In Meghalaya: Detailed Guide To Rainbow Falls Meghalaya](https://knowledgeofindia.com/trek-to-rainbow-waterfall-in-meghalaya-detailed-guide-to-rainbow-falls-meghalaya/) - Any traveler visiting Meghalaya will find one thing in abundance, i.e., the waterfalls in the state. Meghalaya is blessed with many spectacular waterfalls, and whoever has visited Meghalaya will recon with it. The geography and its climate favor the formation of waterfall throughout its length and breadth. In my three days of traveling in Meghalaya,
- [Bike Ride To Dawki-Mawlynnong Village And Living Root Bridge: Day Four In Meghalaya](https://knowledgeofindia.com/bike-ride-to-dawki-mawlynnong-village-and-living-root-bridge-day-four-in-meghalaya/) - Welcome to another day of my Ride to North East India. If you have read my previous post, you would know that I am traveling to Meghalaya. In the last three days, I had covered most of the popular places to see in Cherrapunjee, and now I planned to explore other parts of Meghalaya. Meghalaya
- [Ride To Krang Shuri Waterfall, Tamabil Check Post and Bamboo Trail In Meghalaya](https://knowledgeofindia.com/ride-to-krang-shuri-waterfall-tamabil-check-post-and-bamboo-trail-in-meghalaya/) - As per my itinerary, today was my last day in Meghalaya, and I had to return Assam by night to start another leg of the journey in Assam. As per my initial schedule, today, I planned to explore Dawki, visit the India-Bangladesh Border, and then begin returning for Guwahati. When I was in Cherrapunjee, my homestay
- [A Complete Travel Guide To The Krang Shuri Waterfall In Meghalaya](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-complete-travel-guide-to-the-krang-shuri-waterfall-in-meghalaya/) - On my 5th-day ride to North-East India, I covered Krang Shuri Waterfall in Meghalaya, Dawki, and Bamboo Trail in Wakkhen and shared my travelogue via post. Though I explained my trip to the Krang Shuri Waterfall in that post yet after completing my post, I felt I should write a separate post only on Krang
- [Places To Visit In Guwahati: A Travel Guide To The Gateway Of Northeast India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/places-to-visit-in-guwahati-a-travel-guide-to-the-gateway-of-northeast-india/) - After spending six days in Meghalaya, it was time for me to bid farewell to the state. I spent six memorable days in Meghalaya, and barring the last day, the trip to Meghalaya was fantastic. I visited some of the famous places of Meghalaya and covered many more, which were in my bucket list form
- [A Bike Ride To Kaziranga National Park In Assam: Ride From Guwahati To Kohora](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-bike-ride-to-kaziranga-national-park-in-assam-ride-from-guwahati-to-kohora/) - Back in school days, I used to participate in a lot of general knowledge competitions. I represented my school in many events and won prizes. While preparing for those competitions, I used to read different topics, and National Parks and Wildlife Sanctuaries in India was one such topic. During those days, I first learned about
- [A Ride On Lumding-Maibang-Haflong Highway In Assam: The Best Highway In North-East India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-ride-on-lumding-maibang-haflong-highway-in-assam-the-best-highway-in-north-east-india/) - After spending two enjoyable and memorable days at the Kaziranga National Park, it was my turn to explore other areas of Assam. If you have read my article on planning my trip to North-East India, you know that initially, I planned to enter Nagaland from Kaziranga, covering Jorhat and Sivasagar en route. I had to modify my plan
- [Beautiful Images of Leh Ladakh That Every Rider Must See](https://knowledgeofindia.com/beautiful-images-of-leh-ladakh/) - The state of Jammu & Kashmir is a dream travelling location for every human being. For youth it is a travelling challenge which they want to conquer with their motorbikes. No matter how harsh the climatic conditions are, once there is a company of four to five people, a spectacular trip covering beautiful places of
- [A Complete List of Muslim Freedom Fighters of India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/a-complete-list-of-muslim-freedom-fighters-of-india/) - The Indian Independence Movement is one of the longest freedom struggles in the World History. It took nearly 90 years for the leaders of India to achieve independence from British Empire. Although various tribes and rulers of princely states did revolt from time to time against the British Empire their revolt was in a specific
- [Major Beliefs of Hinduism And Practices](https://knowledgeofindia.com/major-beliefs-of-hinduism-practices/) - In our previous articles, we have covered amazing facts about Hinduism, different symbols in Hinduism and their meanings and list of Hinduism Temples situated in India as well as abroad. A common question asked by people not following Hinduism is “to whom Hindus pray as there are so many Gods in Hinduism”, “which is the
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- [25 Amazing Hindu Temples Outside India](https://knowledgeofindia.com/hindu-temples-outside-india/) - Hinduism is the oldest religion in the world and probably only polytheistic religion which has millions of followers worldwide. Although Hinduism is mainly practiced in India, there are thousands of people outside India who follow Hinduism. Hinduism in South-East Asian nations was spread by the traders and travelers from India. As they traveled to new
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