‘The Ganges: Cultural, Economic, and Environmental Importance’ is a geographical, cultural, economic, and environmental interpretation of the Ganga River. The Ganga River originates from Gaumukh- situated in the high Himalaya, flows through the world’s biggest fertile alluvial plain, and inlets into the Bay of Bengal at Ganga Sagar. It makes a unique natural and cultural landscape and is believed to be the holiest river of India. The Hindus called it ‘Mother Ganga’ and worship it. The towns/cities, situated on its bank, are world-famous and are known as the highland and valley...
‘The Ganges: Cultural, Economic, and Environmental Importance’ is a geographical, cultural, economic, and environmental interpretation of the G...
The Himalaya is the new folded mountain system – the tallest and the youngest in the world. It has a rich diversity – natural and cultural, and diversity in all walks of life. Most of its uniqueness is unknown because of its remoteness. Even, the native people are not aware of them. This book aims to describe the uniqueness of the Central Himalaya in terms of its natural and cultural diversity in detail. Supported by original figures and primary data, this book is empirically tested. It is mainly based on observation and participation and the use of a qualitative approach. Although...
The Himalaya is the new folded mountain system – the tallest and the youngest in the world. It has a rich diversity – natural and cultural, and...
This book, stands as a remarkable and unparalleled work. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the historical and cultural importance of temples in Uttarakhand, a region renowned for its globally recognized temples. The temples are meticulously categorized, including Jyotirlingas, Shakti Peeths, Siddha Peeths, Devalayas, Shivalayas, Shakti Temples, Panch Badris, Panch Kedars, Panch Prayags, and Char Dham Temples, along with valley pilgrimages. With nine chapters, covering introduction and conclusions, the book goes beyond highlighting temple categories, featuring a dedicated chapter on...
This book, stands as a remarkable and unparalleled work. It provides a comprehensive exploration of the historical and cultural importance of temples ...
