The Travel section of Bharathiyam is a sacred invitation to explore the living geography of Dharma. Each journey across Bharat — from the snow-clad peaks of Kailāsa to the temple towns of the South — reveals layers of spiritual heritage, devotion, and architectural wonder. Here, travel becomes tīrtha-yātrā — a pilgrimage of the body and soul. Discover ancient temples, hidden heritage routes, festival circuits, and spiritual landscapes that continue to vibrate with divine presence. This section is meant for seekers, travellers, and devotees who wish to walk the path of the ancients and experience the heartbeat of sacred India.
In the sacred geography of India, certain journeys embody the soul of Sanātana Dharma. Among them, the pilgrimage from Kashi in the north to Rameshwaram in the south is one of the most profound. Stretching across the length of the…
Among the many sacred pilgrimages of India, the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand holds a place of unparalleled reverence. Nestled in the lofty Himalayas, the four shrines of Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath together form the Char Dham of the…
Deep in the Sahyadri ranges of Maharashtra lie two of India’s most extraordinary heritage sites—Ajanta and Ellora. Carved into rock cliffs between the 2nd century BCE and the 10th century CE, these cave complexes are not just architectural marvels but…
In the remote reaches of Tibet rises a peak unlike any other—Mount Kailash. At 6,638 meters, it is not the tallest mountain of the Himalayas, yet it is the most revered. For millennia, pilgrims have looked upon Kailash as the…
In the lush heartland of Karnataka, along the banks of the Yagachi River and amidst tranquil hills, stand two of India’s most exquisite temple towns: Belur and Halebidu. Built by the Hoysalas between the 11th and 13th centuries, these temples…
Scattered across the rocky landscape of northern Karnataka, on the banks of the Tungabhadra River, lie the haunting yet majestic ruins of Hampi. Today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hampi was once the proud capital of the Vijayanagara Empire, one…
On the southern tip of India, where the land narrows into the sea and the horizon stretches endlessly, lies Rameshwaram — a place where mythology and devotion meet the ocean waves. It is here, according to the Ramayana, that Lord…
Among the countless festivals of India, few rival the grandeur, devotion, and inclusivity of the Jagannath Rath Yatra. Held annually in Puri, Odisha, this celebration is not merely a religious ritual—it is a cosmic drama where Lord Jagannath, along with…
The Belief and Significance of Triranga Darshanam A journey between dawn and dusk to visit all three Sri Ranganatha Swamy temples in one day is called Triranga Darshanam (also known as Triranga Darshan, 3 Ranga Darshan, or Brahmananda Darshana). According…