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The Hidden Gem: Old Dhundiraj Ganpati Temple, Vadodara. Vadodara

The Hidden Gem: Old Dhundiraj Ganpati Temple, Vadodara.

Arti September 16, 2018

Happiness often resides behind open doors and open hearts. ---------------------------------- ******  ----------------------------------  A visit to Dhundiraj Ganpati is a must when you’re in Vadodara. Not only is it one of the oldest Ganesha temples in Gujarat , it is also not very well known which keeps its mystical aura intact. Plus the fact that i…

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EME - A Unique Temple in Vadodara Weekend Getaway

EME - A Unique Temple in Vadodara

Arti May 27, 2010

When I first heard the name – ‘ EME temple’ , I thought I had mistaken the word temple. The name sounded more of an educational institute to me rather than a temple. And why not…temples in India are usually named after the deity to which it belongs. But in this case, I was wrong.     Yes, EME is indeed the name of a temple – a very different and unique place,…

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A Beautiful City - Vadodara Vadodara

A Beautiful City - Vadodara

Arti May 24, 2010

After exploring Kabirvad , we headed towards Vadodara, one of the prominent towns of Gujarat . It is situated on the banks of river Vishwamitri , named after the great saint Vishwamitra. The ancient town of Vadodara (also known as Baroda) was called Vadpatra due to the abundance of Banyan trees on the banks of river Vishwamitri.     Vadodara has many and varie…

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On the banks of River Narmada - Shuklatirth Vadodara

On the banks of River Narmada - Shuklatirth

Arti May 15, 2010

River Narmada     Believed to be older than River Ganga , River Narmada is one of the most sacred rivers of the seven holy rivers of India (other six being Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Sindhu, Kaveri and Godavari ). She is worshipped as a living Goddess in the country and flows through parts of Gujarat and central India. Her mere divine sight is said to purify a pers…

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