It was due to the noble efforts of Emperor Ashoka that Sri Lankans received such a wonderful spiritual path, like Buddhism. Emperor Ashoka gifted both his son and the daughter to the Buddha Sasana, ...

A replica of the ancient Ashokan Pillar has been erected on the premises of a Buddhist temple in Sri Lanka in recognition of ...

Marking a significant moment in the shared heritage between India and Sri Lanka, a replica of King Ashoka's Vaishali Pillar ...

Xuanzang's journey in India is reviving the country's forgotten Buddhist heritage. Deepak Anand, a researcher and heritage ...

Valmiki’s Ramayana mentions Vimana, an ancient celestial vehicle. Modern claims of advanced ancient aviation technology are ...

Buddhist, Jain and Hindu scriptures tell one common tale of a hawk chasing a sparrow. A king offers shelter to the sparrow. The hawk demands food from the king.

In an age dominated by screens and scrolling, finding moments of stillness can feel revolutionary. India, with its deep ...

From "Chicken Street" to "Bada Bazaar," Mysore's oddly named roads have tales steeped in history, culture, and local legend. Uncover the weird and wonderful stories behind the city's most intriguing ...

Among the most important locations that are considered as living symbols of shared spiritual heritage between India and Sri Lanka is the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura. While thousands visit the ...

If your idea of a perfect trip involves ancient ruins, rock-cut temples, glorious palaces, and stories etched in stone, ...

Nestled in Haryana and on the border of Uttar Pradesh, Yamunanagar district is emerging as a beacon of Indias ancient ...

Splendid sculpture and painting from LACMA's permanent collection was packed up about eight years ago. Finally, it's back on ...