World · Jan 1, 2010
India: History, Culture and Traditions
Stone Age rock shelters with paintings at the Rock Shelters of Bhimbetka in Madhya Pradesh are the earliest known traces of human life in India. The first known permanent settlements appeared over 9,000 years ago and gradually developed into the Indus Valley Civilization, dating back to 3300 BCE in western India. It was followed by the Vedic Civilisation, which laid the foundations of Hinduism and other cultural aspects of early Indian society. From around 550 BCE, many independent kingdoms and republics known as the Mahajanapadas were established across the country.
World · Dec 30, 2009
Rajasthan: Land of the Kings
Rajasthan, which means ‘Land of the Kings’, is awash with beautiful palaces and majestic hilltop forts silhouetted against rich and varied topography. It is one of the most popular Indian states with a well-developed infrastructure and tourist facilities that all enjoy the colors of tradition and culture along with modern outfit. Rajasthan simply pulsates with life. Everywhere people are walking, riding, running, sitting, talking, buying, selling, haggling or just ‘being’, and Rajasthan’s sheer wealth of culture, tradition, dazzling color and ancient sites have attracted and captivated generations of visitors.
World · Dec 28, 2009
Rajasthan: History, Culture and Traditions
Historical traditions are that Rajputs, Nath, Jats, Bhils, Ahirs, Gujars, Meenas and some other tribes made a great contribution in building the state of Rajasthan. All these tribes suffered great difficulties to protect their culture and the land. Millions of them were martyred for this land. ‘The Hinduan Suraj’ title to Udaipur was due to Bhils. Jats had been fighting since beginning. Gujars had been exterminated in Bhinmal and Ajmer areas fighting with the invaders. Bhils once ruled Kota and Bundi. Gujars were sardars in Alwar, Jodhpur and Ajmer areas. Meenas were ruler of Dhundhar. The earlier contributions of warriors and protectors of the land Jats, Bhils, Gujars and Meenas were neglected and lost in history.