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Hyderabad's Spanish Mosque

The beautiful treasures of Hyderabad in India continue to amaze me till date. Visited this mosque last evening.

We were given a warm welcome by Aurangzeb & he shared some interesting facts about this place. But on reaching home, I found to my dismay that only a part of the conversation has been recorded....very unfortunate.

Now coming back to this beautiful structure, it is popularly known as the Spanish Mosque - truly an eye catcher with its intricate mouldings & gilded minarets.

The mosque inspired by Moorish architecture in Spain was commissioned by Paigah noble, Sir Vikar-Ul-Umra Iqbal-Ud-Dowla in 1906. I must mention here that Paigah is a family in the senior aristocracy of Hyderabad State who were associated with the ruling Nizam since its inception.

There is a prayer hall. It is interesting to note that the calligraphy on the walls is in Turkish instead of the usual Arabic. The pedestal for the priest along with a bookshelf resembles those of a church.

On one side of the Mosque lies the graves of the members of the Paigah family.

Considered to be one of the most beautiful & unusual mosques in India.

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I'll spread my wings

I'll learn how to fly

I'll do what it takes till I touch the sky!!

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The Land Of Many Colours

India, the land of many colours - diverse landscape, culture, cuisine, festivals & attire contribute to this.

As we approach the festival of colours/Holi, I would like to present my beautiful, colourful country each day through my vibrant pics.

Today I present to you the multi coloured turbans of Rajasthan (a state in North West India) - a symbol of prestige, pride & status for the lovely people of Rajasthan.

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Royal Bengal Tigers, India

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Theyyam Dance Of Kerala, India

This is a popular ritual form of dance worship in the Southern states of Kerala & Karnataka which consists of age old customs, rituals & traditions; performed to glorify goddess Kaali.

This form of dance is always perfomed by men. This takes place in front of village temples.

Face paints are used and also decorative costumes are worn by the dancers.

Theyyam, all about being Gods and much more.

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Vitamin Sea

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And into the forest I go to lose my mind & find my soul.

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My Sincerest gratitude for the gifts of nature 🙏🌄🏜️🏔️🏞️🌳🌲🌴

Pause in & breathe in and then witness the thousand miracles out there.

Time spent in nature is never wasted.

Let's slow down & enjoy the simple pleasures of life.

The connection here is definitely better than the Wifi.

Agree?

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Wah Taj!! An ode to love & one of the seven wonders of the world.

Here's wishing you a beautiful week ahead, my dear friends & see you soon 🤗