Spy System of Mauryan Empire
The spy system was an integral part of the Administration of Mauryan Empire. The goals of the secret service was to test the integrity of government officials, spy on cartels and population for conspiracy, to monitor hostile kingdoms, to destabilize...
Burial site predating Dholavira excavated in Gujarat
The excavation at Dhaneti, located about 25 km south of Bhuj in Kutch, has thrown up a major surprise for researchers. Unlike conventional burial sites of Harappan era discovered so far, this mass burial site is not in the vicinity...
40 Important Facts About the Indus Valley Civilization
Indus valley civilization is a rich civilization and one of the most important civilizations that existed in the world. Ancient India during the Harappan era had one of the largest populations in the ancient world, far greater than the Middle...
Ancient Aliens City hidden below Ellora Caves?
This video investigates the mysterious shafts, holes and tunnels at the Ellora Caves in Maharashtra. The interesting bit is that they are too narrow for an average human being. So who were these built for? Are these caves protecting some...
Ancient Pancha Rathas Temple At Mahabalipuram
Panch Rathas is a monument complex at Mahabalipuram. The coastal city along the shores of Bay of Bengal was a major seaport of the ancient Pallava kingdom. It is currently one of the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Top 10 Famous Epics Of Ancient India
The earliest works of literature of India were epics, long poems, travelogues, plays, and collection of stories for children which were written in verse. A large number of great Indian epics were created during the first millennium BC. The two...
13 Ancient Indian Sages Whose Contributions Were Far Ahead Of Their Times
In ancient times, India was one of the most advanced nations in the world. India has made many valuable contributions to the world. Centuries ago Indian sages had the kind of knowledge which many modern scientists lacks. Many Indian sages...
20 Most Interesting Facts About Holi Festival
Holi - The Festival of Colours is a popular Hindu Spring festival observed around the world. Holi is a time when humans and nature shake off the gloom of winter and rejoice in the colors of spring.
Living Root Bridges Of Cherrapunji
In the depths of northeastern India, in one of the wettest places on earth, bridges aren’t built—they’re grown.
12 Most Beautiful Stepwells In India
It is estimated that over 3,000 stepwells were built in the two northern states. Although many have fallen into disrepair, were silted in at some point in antiquity, or were filled in with trash in the modern era, hundreds of...