History of Allahabad ( Prayagraj )
Allahabad History
Old name of Allahabad was Prayaga which is the
sacred union of three holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna and the Sarswati. In 1575, the city was named 'Illahabas' by Mughal Emperor Akbar when he visited the place but later in the time it came to be known as 'Allahabad'. And now in 2018 UP Government on the long-standing demands of the saints and the people of the Allahabad has changes name of Allahabad to 'Prayagraj'
The city was the part of Mauryan, Gupta and Kushan empires before it was annexd by the Kannauj Empire. Mughals took over the city in 1526, then after the Maratha rule the British Raj took the reins of control of the city and the state of Gujarat. The Sikh religion founder Guru Nanak Devji visited Prayag later Guru Tegh Bahadur also paid a visit to the city in 1666. The annual convention of the Indian National Congress was held twice in the city in the years 1888 and 1892.
First civil aviation commercial flight in India was flown here from Allahabad to Naini on 18Th February 1911 carrying 6500 mails over a distance of 13 Kms by Henri Pequet the pilot. The Indian Independence revolutionary Chandrashekhar Azad killed himself by shooting with a pistol when he was surrounded by the British police. Jawaharlal Nehru the first prime minister of India was from Allahabad, where their houses Swaraj bhavan and Anand bhavan were the main center of activities of Indian national Congress.
The city was the part of Mauryan, Gupta and Kushan empires before it was annexd by the Kannauj Empire. Mughals took over the city in 1526, then after the Maratha rule the British Raj took the reins of control of the city and the state of Gujarat. The Sikh religion founder Guru Nanak Devji visited Prayag later Guru Tegh Bahadur also paid a visit to the city in 1666. The annual convention of the Indian National Congress was held twice in the city in the years 1888 and 1892.
First civil aviation commercial flight in India was flown here from Allahabad to Naini on 18Th February 1911 carrying 6500 mails over a distance of 13 Kms by Henri Pequet the pilot. The Indian Independence revolutionary Chandrashekhar Azad killed himself by shooting with a pistol when he was surrounded by the British police. Jawaharlal Nehru the first prime minister of India was from Allahabad, where their houses Swaraj bhavan and Anand bhavan were the main center of activities of Indian national Congress.
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Historical,
Culture of Alleppey
Culture of Alleppey
Alleppey
(Alappuzha)-the land of canals and houseboats reflects a typical coastal Kerala culture. The main occupation is
agriculture here along with fisheries, toddy tapping and coir works. Alleppey is
mainly known for coir industry. The Kottanadu region comprising of Alleppey and
Mavalikera is known for the rice cultivation. So, one would guess the lifestyle
in Alleppey is very much a coastal culture based on occupations related to
water.
The area is comprises of Nambiars,
Nayers, Muslims and also Christians. Customs are oriented mainly wards
traditional setting. Snake boat race, Mohiniattam and Kathakkali dances have
been a part of its culture. The traditional festivals and fairs would be
accompanied by folk songs, folk dances, boat race and by putting Pookalam
(rangoli made with flowers). Men wear typical Keralaite ‘Lungi’ and the women wear typical white
with zari bordered saree during festive occasions. People speak Malayalam and
English.
Alleppey has been a major business
center since long back. Now, it is a tourist spot offering calm and clean
lagoons, coconut trees on both sides of canals, and houseboats anchored in
water. So, tourism has been a major attraction here and a source of employment
too. The culture of Kerala as one would see elsewhere in Kerala is explicitly
visible here.
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History of Alleppey
History of Alleppey
Alleppey, also known as Allappuza is
the land of inland canals, coconut palms and of typical Kerala tradition. It is a very popular tourist spot of Kerala.
The history of Alleppey dates back to
the Sangam Age (the classical period: from 3rd BCE to 3rd
CE). Sources assure us that Alleppey had strong trade links with ancient Greece
and Rome. It was ruled by the Kuttanadu Cheras. It is the region where St.Thomas Aquinas had
landed for the first time in India. It must have been around 52nd
AD. He established a Church in Kokkamangalam near Alleppey. However the visit of
the Saint had less impact on the lifestyle of the region.
It was around 17th century
the Portuguese and the Dutch started off their trade, Alleppey was made the base
since it had easy access through the Arabian Sea. The Dutch built their ware
houses in this district and later even started muddling with the local
politics. The Raja of Travancore (Martanda Varma) was shrewd enough to shun the
Dutch interference and helped the formation of Alleppey district. Through the
initiatives taken by the Diwan of Travancore Raja Keshava Dasan the Alleppey
district turned into a well planned port with inland water canals. Raja Keshava
Dasan can be called as the architect of the Alleppey district. He was born in a
very ordinary family and had very little exposure to the formal education.
Keshava Dasan joined as a tally clerk under Poku Moosa, a local tradesman. Poku
Moosa had an easy access in the Travancore royal court and thus he made a way
for Keshava Dasan. Soon Keshava Dasan ascended the throne of Dewanship in the
court of Raja Marthanda Varman.
It was during this period that many
inland canals were built in Alleppey connecting the Sea and just like the city of
Venice trade on both sides of water canals, and floating markets were
established. Allappuza became one of the busiest trade ports of India. It
became a part of Travancore-Cochin States. After Independence the States were
integrated into the Indian Republic. Alleppey as a separate district was formed
in the year 1957 by the Indian Republic.
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Fair and festival in Vijayawada
Vijayawada, the third largest city in the state of Andhra Pradesh, boasts of having rich culture and traditions. Vijayawada is considered as the cultural centre of the state of Andhra Pradesh. Fairs and festivals of Vijayawada also form the integral part of the culture and traditions of the people of the city. Festivals celebrated in the city of Vijayawada offers the insights of vibrant cultures and traditions of the people. Vijayawada celebrates all major festival like Deepawali and Dussera with much pomp and show. Festivals like Id-ul-fitr and Christmas are also celebrated there with equal enthusiasm.
Apart from major national festivals the city of Vijayawada hosts and celebrates many other festivals and cultural programs. Krishna Pushkaram is a major festival celebrated in Vijayawada and in the whole of the state of Andhra Pradesh. The festival is mainly celebrated on the banks of the rivers like Godavari, Pennar and Krishna in Andhra Pradesh. On the occasion of the festival devotees take the holi bath in the rivers. Makara Sankranti is another major festival celebrated in Vijayawada. Apart from these religious festivals Vijayawada also hosts cultural and other events. Vijayawada Book Festival is one among them. The event is organized by the Vijayawada Book Festival Society (VBFS). The festival was first held in the year 1989 and since then it has become customary to hold this event on regular basis in the city. At present the event is organized every year in the month of January and is participated by thousands of book lovers including some imminent personalities from literary arena.
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Indian Festivals,
Elephant Festival
Elephant Festival is an annual event organized by Rajasthan Tourism Development Corporation, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
Time of celebration
It is organized in the city of Jaipur during Holi festival. To be precise a day before Holi is fixed for this festival,
Basically the festival is celebrated to publicize about the significance of the magnificent animal Elephant. Gracefully decorated elephants are paraded on this day, later an elephant fight is conducted which thrills the watchers. In the customary parade the aura of stately Rajasthan is presented with parading of Chariots, Caparisoned Elephants, Camels, Horses, Palanquins and Cannons. Mostly female elephants participate in the festival, many elephant races, beauty contest for the elephants etc. are organized which excite people. The most attractive part of the programme is the elephant polo match, where players with red or yellow turban sitting on the elephants try scoring goals with long sticks and a big plastic ball.
How to reach at Elephant festival
By air :
Jaipur International Airport which is located 13 km away from Jaipur is the nearest airport located in the southern suburb of Sanganer.
By road :
Jaipur has well road connectivity with withing state cities and other major cities in the country. You can use any type of transport (Bus, Rickshaw, Jaipur Taxi) to reach the nearest stations.
By train :
Jaipur has good rail connectivity with almost most of the main cities in the country.
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Culture of Jaisalmer
People and Culture of Jaisalmer
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Jaisalmer is the traditional mix of
rich culture and energetic and active existence of the local native population
of Jaisalmer region. This richness is visible during the celebration of various
social and cultural festivals. Peoples of all casts such as the Hindus, Muslims,
Janis, Sikhs and Christians. The traditional dance & Music is one of the
essential parts of living of these people. Various forts, Places and monuments
speak a lot about the architectural legacy of the people here. Various local
art forms here has an International appeal and helps the state to earn revenue.
Desert culture Centre and Museum is
Knowledge bank of rich cultural heritage and artistic talents of Jaisalmer of Rajasthan. The museum displays varied
collections of traditional instruments, rich collections of ancient and
medieval coins, praise worthy textiles and some invaluable fossils mined in
Jaisalmer. Lots of kinds of utensils and other artifacts are displayed in thus museum.
The museum organizes lots of special displays for the tourists visited.
The Museum, a treasure box of Rajasthani culture and customs, is a favorite attraction among the scholars and researchers. The museum is well maintained and attracts the foreign tourists with the unique utensil named as “Karal’, which was used as a box for opium mixing.
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