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India has captured the imagination of the world since the ancient times. While some of the   first explorers of India   came to our shores seeking knowledge, others were captivated by the stories of our golden culture, while still others set their foot to discover the myriad riches of the land and to trade for the wide variety of unique wares that only our land yielded. It is truly fascinating to imagine that even when the means of travel were so limited, the curiosity of man forced him to forsake the comforts of his home and discover what the world has to offer. Picture Courtesy: Google Often times  the ancient explorers of India  did not just gain knowledge for themselves, they also contributed richly to our culture and had a great influence on the destiny of our land. When Adi Shakaracharya, the 8 th  Century philosopher, travelled from his ancestral village in Kerala to the heights of the Himalayas in Kashmir, he became a proponent of Advita Vedanta and help...

  Kolkata is a city replete with cultural importance, colonial buildings, art galleries, and various gastronomic delights. It is the capital city of the state of West Bengal, and people lovingly call it the “Cultural Capital of India.” Listed down here are the 15 best things that can be done in Kolkata: Victoria Memorial Visit Picture Courtesy: Google   Victoria Memorial is one of the best places to visit in Kolkata. It is a museum built in memory of the deceased Queen Victoria. The gardens here are beautiful, and tourists take nice walks. This place gives room for many beautiful photos as well. Artefacts here include paintings, statues, manuscripts, and other artefacts related to the British reign in India. Take a Walk on Howrah Bridge The bridge provides a breathtaking view of the Hooghly River and the city of Kolkata, making it an amazing way to understand this city by walking. This bridge connects Kolkata to Howrah and is also called Rabindra Setu. Thi...