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Get drenched in the Himalayas!
Teaser: Bhagsunag Falls in McLeod Ganj, Sahastradhara in Dehradun, and Kempty Falls near Mussoorie have long histories. We give you the the full lowdown, tips on what to do and how to get...
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Golden city around the pond
Teaser: Amritsar is as famous for the 'sarovar' surrounding the Golden Temple as it is for the Harmandir Sahib itself but how much do you know about this water body, which has a capacity of 31,000...
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The big, blue spot in India's 'Golden City'
Teaser: Ghadsisar pond in Jaisalmer holds many tales of dedication and love from an era gone by. It also symbolises how water was valued over caste and class.Western Rajasthan is dotted by thousands of...
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Hidden waters in Panhalgarh Fort
Teaser: Have a glimpse at how water, food and natural defense were an integral part of this fort built in the Sahyadri mountains, northwest of Kolhapur, Maharashtra.Chhatrapati Shivaji was the brave...
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Enter ‘leg first’ in water-bound Kangra Fort
Teaser: Also known as Nagarkot and Kot Kangra, this fort in Himachal Pradesh barely survived the deadly earthquake of 1905. It's broken stones still whisper stories of its water-rich heritage."Kangra...
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Water treated royally in Mandu's Jahaz Mahal (Ship Palace)
Teaser: It was not enough for the Mughals to just harvest rainwater but the structure needed to form a lilting backdrop to life in their palaces as exemplified by the Jahaz Mahal. What can we learn...
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Step back in time into 'Ugrasen ki baoli'
Teaser: Hidden amidst the crushing madness of Delhi's life, this stepwell offers a glimpse of a monument centred around water which is both fascinating and 'past' functional.Tucked away in a quiet...
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Sun, stone and water: Rajon ki baoli, Mehrauli
Teaser: A hidden subterranean treasure in the wilderness of Mehrauli Archaeological Park, this 'baoli' showcases a stone structure built for water; cool & serene under the hot Delhi sun.'Rajon ki...
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Lounging by Laknavaram Cheruvu in Telangana
Teaser: Tucked away in the middle of picturesque paddy fields and the rolling hills of Govindaraopet, Laknavaram cheruvu is the perfect spot for a idyllic weekend getaway.Erstwhile undivided Andhra...
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The abandoned waters of the Red Fort 'baoli'
Teaser: A unique 'baoli' older than the fort itself where two staircases from two sides meet at a central pool, lies locked up and inaccessible even to visitors. The Red Fort, located along the western...
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A palace named for the monsoon in Rajasthan
Teaser: The Deeg palace, also known as 'Jal Mahal' for its extensive water designs which mimic the clouds and rains, is a must visit! Forts and palaces of Rajasthan are well known for their water-based...
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Blessed waters of Hazrat Nizamuddin Dargah baoli
Teaser: A 700-year-old stepwell, built by a 14th century mystic, is reputed to have miraculous powers. It is no surprise then that it attracts thousands of devotees even today.The legend has it that in...
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At Simhastha, government fishes in Kshipra’s troubled waters
Teaser: The state machinery’s face-saving measures during Simhastha saw Kshipra river carrying more muck in her than ever. While the river yearns for revival, the government seems keen on interlinking...
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Where the holy rivers meet
Teaser: Millions of devotees travel to the Mahamaham tank every 12 years to wash away their sins in the holy rivers believed to converge in the tank.Temples in India have always had a water body near...
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Twin lakes of Bhoj
Teaser: The lakes of Bhoj wetland that are home to many bird species and provide water to the local residents are now polluted and need urgent attention from the government. The Bhoj wetland is...
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Sea mouths crisis
Teaser: The opening of sea mouths in the Chilika is increasing the salinity of the lake, affecting the fish population and the livelihood of the fishing communities.Lingaraj Jena is a worried man. At...
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Saving the Ganga, one step at a time
Teaser: A walk along the Ganga is all it takes to get a better perspective on the river and its deteriorating ecosystem. Here’s an attempt at it.An aerospace engineer from IIT, Kharagpur, Siddharth...
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Fishing village goes plastic free
Teaser: Muhamma cloth bags replaces plastic bags, sets an example for sustainable tourism. A voyage in a traditional canoe or a houseboat through the picturesque Vembanad lake is enough to understand...
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Floating national park calls for help
Teaser: Loktak lake is more than just a waterbody and treating it as a reservoir doesn't do justice to this natural wonder. A video tells you why.In a country as diverse as India where the mountain...
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Western Ghats: The green gold of India
Teaser: Increase in human activities in the Western Ghats is threatening the biodiversity. A video tells us why investing in nature is the need of the hour.The Western Ghats is one of the eight...
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