Arabian Sea borders the western coast of India. It got its name from the Arab merchants who did maritime trade with India. The sea is a part of Indian Ocean. Arabian Sea mingles with the waters of Bay of Bengal off the coast of Dhanushkodi. The Queen of Arabian Sea is Kochi which is the hub for international spice trade. …
Arabian Sea – A Pictorial Foray in Kerala and MaharashtraRead More »
Forts with history have been around for hundreds of years. They help in protecting an area or kingdom from enemy attacks. The strong fort walls of masonry and stone shielded the garrison from bombardment. Arthashastra, the ancient Indian thesis on military strategy, economics and statecraft, mentions six different types of forts. …
Amsterdam Harbour is a 13th century port on the bank of a former bay known as IJ. It is the second largest port in the Netherlands, after Rotterdam. …
Kallazhagar Kovil is a Vishnu temple set amidst beautiful surroundings. The temple is in two acres of land at the foothills of Alagar forests. …
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Vivekananda Memorial is in a beautiful building close to Kunthakal Beach in Rameswaram. The museum commemorates the return of Swami Vivekananda to Rameswaram from USA in 1897. …
