As per Hindu traditions, the Saptarishi (Sanskrit -सप्तर्षि ) are the seven greatest sages of the Vedic realm. It is also believed that they have attained a semi-immortal status, that of an exceedingly long lifespan due to their yogic power …
A Jantar Mantar is an observatory having an assembly of astronomical tools built using simple building materials like stones, bricks and mortar. These are so precisely designed astronomical instruments that can be used with naked eyes. Originally there were 5 …
Baudhayana (800 BCE – 740 BCE) was a great Indian mathematician and a Vedic priest. There is very little information about his personal life. However several of his works are known, covering areas of Mathematics, Dharma, Daily Rituals, etc. His …
Aryabhata (आर्यभट) (476 – 550 CE) was a great Indian mathematician and astronomer who is regarded as a towering figure in both these fields. Several of his calculations have shown remarkable accuracy for the era, while remaining the best available …
The Ganges (गंगा) River begins high in the Himalaya Mountains and merges into the Bay of Bengal. Its made of many tributaries such as Mandakini, Alaknanda and Bhagirathi within the Himalayas. Two main tributaries Alaknanda and Bhagirathi merge at Rudraprayag …