Punjabi Stories from the Land of Five Rivers

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Deriving its name from five full-bodied rivers–Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Jhelum, and Chenab–which flow through its vast plains, Punjab is representative of abundant things. Punjab is a land of ethnic and religious diversity, having borne and shaped a number of religious movements that include Sikhism, Buddhism and Sufism. The language of the state, too, finds its […]

Odisha: Odia stories from the Soul of India

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Odisha is the land of fields and palm-fringed silver beaches, churches, rivers and waterfalls, and major attractions like the temples of Bhubaneshwar and Puri, distances of unpolluted beaches and also the magnificent Sun Temple of Konark. Odisha has given many seminal contributions to literature, like the Sarala Mahabharata and the Panchasakha’s poetry. Odia stories are […]

Nagaland: Culture of the Falcon Capital of India with these books

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Nagaland, adorned with uncountable hills, is a sheer pleasure for those visiting North East India. It has an unworldly vibe that lets every human soul unwind to the core. From dramatic head dresses of the locals to great taste in food, from vibrancy in festivals to some unseen traditions – this state has something for everyone. Nagaland […]

Mizo stories from the Land of Blue Mountains

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Mizoram, the land of the Mizos or the Highlanders who belong to the Mongoloid race, exudes an exotic charm of its own. From the lush forests dominated by thick bamboo groves, numerous waterfalls that gush down the narrow gorges to confluence into large meandering streams in the deep valleys, dotted with unique landmarks of myriad Mizo […]

Meghalaya: Culture of the Abode of Clouds through books

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Meghalaya is an embodiment of eternal bliss and tranquillity wrapped in absolute beauty. The ‘Abode of Clouds’ acquires its charm from the picturesque locales, bountiful nature, fresh and sedating surroundings and yes the adventure sports. The exposition of exuberant emerald hills and glens often bathing in frequent drizzles will resuscitate one’s spirit. Meghalaya culture has a […]

Discover the sweetest state of India with these Bengali books

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West Bengal is the fourth-most-populous state in India and is religiously diverse. The state produces several varieties of Bengali Handloom cotton and silk in the country which is a popular way of livelihood for the rural population of the state. Durga Puja is the biggest, most popular and widely celebrated festival in the state and […]

Karnataka: From the library of One State- Many Worlds

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Karnataka is a land of sheer diversity; be it heritage, Culture, Nature, Beaches or Wildlife. Apart from that, it is also famous for its magical hill stations, spectacular waterfalls, pilgrimage centres and a 320km long coastline dotted with un-spoilt beaches. With an antiquity that dates to the palaeolithic, Karnataka has been home to some of the […]

Maharashtra: Get through The Gateway of India with books

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The spirit of Maharashtra is cosmopolitan, forward-thinking, tolerant and vibrant. There is enough to keep connoisseurs of temples, forts, old monuments and art—gainfully preoccupied here. Bombay or Mumbai—the capital of Maharashtra is not only seen as the financial capital of India but is literally the Gateway of India which is secular, progressive yet rooted. It […]

Himachal Pradesh: Visit the Land of Gods with these books

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Himachal Pradesh situated in the heart of the western Himalaya, identified as “Dev Bhumi” and is believed to be the abode of Gods and Goddesses. The entire State is punctuated with stone as well as wood temples. The shadowy valleys, rugged crags, glaciers and gigantic pines and roaring rivers and exquisite flora and fauna compose […]

Kerala: From the library of God’s Own Country

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A long shoreline with serene beaches, tranquil stretches of emerald backwaters, lush hill stations and exotic wildlife, are just a few of the wonders. Most of the state is engulfed in rich greenery which ensures a very calming experience at all times. Bestowed with a pleasant and equable climate throughout the year, Kerala is a […]