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Divine Traveller

Today's lifestyle is increasingly complex. People—especially the younger generation—are often stressed and caught up in a fast-paced world, leaving little time to reflect on Sanatana Dharma,God, religion, or culture. In such a scenario, temples in India serve as sanctuaries that can awaken one’s spiritual consciousness. Their sanctity and divinity offer a calming retreat, soothing frayed nerves and restoring inner peace with a serene spiritual aura. India is home to countless temples, many of which enjoy immense reverence both within the country and abroad. These temples are not only centers of devotion but also stand as magnificent architectural marvels. South India, in particular, boasts a rich concentration of temples that exemplify divine grace, intricate craftsmanship, and cultural splendor. This website is a humble attempt to take readers on a spiritual and cultural journey through many of the prominent temples of South India—and a selection of notable temples from other ...
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Avani Avittam : Upakarma

Avani Avittam : Upakarma Avani Avittam - Yajur Upakarma (India 09-08-2025),USA (08-08-2025) Avani Avittam is an important ritual observed by the Brahmin community belonging to Vedic Brahmins. This is also called as Upakarma. Following day, Gayatri Japam is performed. On the day of Avani Avittam, the 'poonal' ( in Tamil ) or ' Yangopaveedham' or Yajnopavit (the sacred thread ) is changed after performing certain rituals and it is usually a community observance and takes place on the banks of a pond or a river and now a days in temples ( even in overseas). Avani is the name of the Tamil month and Avittam is one of the 27 stars. On this day, a vow (Mahasankalpam) is taken for atonement of all our sins committed with or without our knowledge during the past year. Avani Avittam Significance It is said that Brahma had mastered the Vedas and he became arrogant with pride that he was the only entity that had ...
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