There is an interesting story in the Bhagavata Purana about Krishna lifting Govardhan Parvat on his little finger.
Once Krishna saw villagers of the Braj (region mainly in Uttar Pradesh of India, around Mathura – Vrindavan) are planning for the Puja of Lord Indra.
Krishna, as a child then…
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The Miraculous Story of Pandit Shridhar and Vaishno Devi’s Blessings
In the serene village of Hansali, nestled at the foot of Trikoot Parbat near modern-day Katra Town, lived a devout…
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Karwa Chauth is a festival celebrated mainly in the northern parts of India. Women praying for the long life of…
Story of Lord Ayyappa Swamy
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Ayyappa = Ayya (Shiva) + Appa( Lord Vishnu ).
Lord Ayyappa is a very…
Sowthadka Shri Maha Ganapathi Temple
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Little squirrel who helped Shri Ram!
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Why Lord Shiva wears tiger skin ?
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Why is Shiva called Nilkanth, the one with a blue throat.
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Once upon a time there lived a Sage namely Shilada. He was unhappy because he didn't have any child.
So, Sage…
Story of Lord Vitthal or Panduranga
Lord Vitthal or Panduranga is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Once upon a time there was a devotee…