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by Priti Sharma Thirteenth - Century Angkor Was Home To More People Than Modern Boston 18 February 2023 TRAVEL Advertisement Advertisement The Southeast Asian city of Angkor, famous for the Angkor Wat temple, had between 700,000 and 900,000 residents in the 13th century. With this number, Angkor becomes one of the biggest cities before the modern era. It's also comparable in size to many modern cities; Boston, for example, had around 693,000 residents in 2019. The city’s remains, currently in northwest Cambodia, are well-known for their stone temples, structures, and infrastructure. With the use of scanning technology, archaeologists could spot the remains of buildings made of wood and less resilient materials outside Angkor's "downtown" region. They have vanished without a trace since the majority of their structures were built of wood, thatch, and bamboo. The remnants of Yasodharapura's walls, reservoirs, roadways, and, most importantly, its religious structures—which were constructed of stone and laterite to worship the Buddha or a pantheon of Indian gods—are how we learned about this city that was abandoned in the sixteenth century. When Angkor Wat was first constructed, Suryavarman II was a strong ruler who used it as both a mausoleum and a monument. Over a square mile is devoted to the Vishnu shrine. The Ramayana, an Indian epic, as well as incidents from Suryavarman's life are shown in the base relief's exquisite carving. They also display the god of the underworld, Yama, sending people to heaven or to hell. A sophisticated culture, "Angkor" had its rulers at the top of the social hierarchy. The majority of those who constructed the temples and produced sustenance for the aristocracy were rice farmers, and they employed methods that have largely remained unchanged to the current day. The Khmer people were skilled carpenters and gifted stone and wood carvers. Impressive reservoirs and razor-sharp roadways connecting Cambodian cities were built by Khmer engineers, and many of the temples still bear intricate inscriptions that were written by Khmer poets. Warriors from Cambodia assaulted nearby kingdoms and guarded Yasodharapura against invasion. Many of these "ordinary" contributions are overlooked when we visit the temples or see the ethereal traditional dance of Cambodia. After Jayavarman's demise, Yasodharapura continued to be a magnificent and rich city for at least two hundred years. Following a Thai army assault in 1431, it was mostly abandoned. Soon after, the center of government in Cambodia moved to the south. A Cambodian monarch visited the old city in the 1500s, repaired a few temples, and presumably spent some time living in Yasodharapura. Angkor Wat was often visited by pilgrims, and a Buddhist monastery stood next to the temple for many years. However, Yasodharapura was abandoned by the outside world, and the jungle gradually took it over. The amazingly creative and engineering prowess that the ruins show makes up for its "heritage." In addition to the open-minded, resourceful, and tough people who struggle to make ends meet in their impoverished, congested country while keeping testimony to their magnificent heritage, these abilities are on display today in Cambodian classical dance. A tropical metropolis, Angkor endured centuries of political and climatic unpredictability. Urban planners may be able to better grasp some of the limitations that an increasing number of the world's cities confront by tracking the phenomenon's development and tipping point. SEARCH 7 Abandoned Cities In India And Abroad That Are Too Beautiful To Be Forgotten TRAVEL Blue Lagoon – Iceland TRAVEL Palm Islands TRAVEL WORLD PEACE DOME TRAVEL Blood Falls In Antarctica: Explained TRAVEL POPULAR POSTS Advertisement Advertisement By Anushka Sharma Lakshadweep Is A Heaven In Disguise And Here Is Why 3 April 2024 TRAVEL By Anushka Sharma If Uzbekistan Isn’t On Your Travel List, Here Is Exactly Why It Should Be 21 March 2024 TRAVEL By Anushka Sharma The Fashion Capitals Of Asia: Exploring Style Beyond Borders 19 March 2024 TRAVEL By Anushka Sharma The Best Countries You Should Visit With A Budget Of Less Than A Lakh Rupees 3 March 2024 TRAVEL RELATED POSTS

by Neha Pande Pack Up and Travel 1 September 2020 TRAVEL Advertisement Advertisement Humans are wandering and social animals, exploring and discovering is in our blood and is something inborn in our system. Travelling is all about exploring and whether or not you agree you must have a strong desire to travel somewhere and get out of your comfort zone so here is your chance to discover places to visit. Find Peace in Ladakh Ladakh with its beautiful almost supernatural sceneries have captured tourists across the globe.. The spectacularly jagged ranges enfold the magical kingdom of Ladakh with picture perfect Tibetan Buddhist Monasteries, Colourful fluttering prayer flags hung across with the laden cold desert welcoming us to peace, Ladakh is the place yet to be touched by high technology and is a beautifully peaceful place to be. Mystical Northern Lights Northern lights are the mystical dance of the celestial lights up in the air of the northern sky with colours ranging from shades of emerald green to blue and at times with touch of gold and hues of pink. The phenomenon is so magical that it attracts people and even scientists from around the globe. There are a few places from where the Northern lights can be seen but Norway is said to be the best by various visitors. The beautiful landscape of Norway has a history of Vikings and legends, maybe the Northern lights tells the story of the long-gone Vikings and Valkyries, maybe give Norway a visit to find out yourself. Hike up to Machu Picchu Take a hike back to history and visit the archaeological landscape of Machu Picchu also known as “The Lost City of The Incas”. The historical city located in Peru is one of the New 7 Wonders of the World. The hike up is challenging but as challenging as the hike is the scenery makes up for it, early morning Machu Picchu is a sight to be marvelled at, the misty ranges and beautiful Incas sunrise is phenomenal. Go Find someone in the “City of Love” Paris, also known as the “City of Love” is famous not only for Eiffel Tower but also for its poetic references on love and its delicious pastries. The beautiful architecture of the city and its caring people have attracted tourists, writers, poets and many more. Paris is also a City known for its fashion and shopping in Paris is something to be experienced once in a lifetime. Flower Tunnel of Japan Japan is known for its forward thinking, anime, manga, Pokémon and technology but it is also known for its cultural heritage and beautiful landscapes. After a 2 hour long drive away from the high-tech city of Tokyo you can find one of the most serene and beautiful place in Japan, Wisteria Flower Tunnel a tranquil walkway lined with Wisteria Flowers over 20 acres, the scenery seems as if its straight out of a fairy-tale which makes it a top picnic spot for couples making their special time magical. Take a Drive through Route 66 Obviously, Route 66 is not a destination but a scenic route that was constructed in 1920’s as one of the first cross country highways in America. The iconic road stretches from Chicago to L.A (Los Angeles), ending in Santa Monica at the edge of Pacific Ocean. The route is iconic due to the beautifully created architectural marvels alongside the route. Route 66 harbours some of the most original roadside diners, quirky attractions and beautiful views of the Midwest plains and western mountain ranges. Winter Wonderland of Iceland Iceland is a Winter Wonderland and is absolutely opposite from its name as Iceland is not full of ice and buried in snow but is beautifully luscious and green with a heritage of Vikings and Warriors. Just like Norway, Iceland is also one of the Nordic Countries from where the Northern Lights can be seen dancing across the sky. Iceland is also famous of its hot water springs which are said to be rejuvenating and can make even an old man dance. The country is a place for every nature lover to be, a Nordic nirvana and an environmental wonder to explore. Pyramids of Giza Egypt and its Pyramids comes under the Ancient Wonders of the World and has a great historical significance. The perfect pyramids and forward thinking of the Ancient Egyptians have even the brightest of minds baffled over its history, some even calling it (the Pyramid of Giza) a marvel built by Aliens but one has to visit the place to find out yourself as it’s a trip of a lifetime. The Pharos and the Gods await you Travellers! The Roman Empire You must have heard about the Great Roman Empire, Julius Caesar or the artist and scientist born in Italy, if you have then the place might hold significance in your life or at least intrigued you in some way. Italy is a place of love, creativity and family making it the best spot for families and couples. With its enticing food, homey nature of the citizens, beautiful renaissance architecture and beaches, it has attracted millions of tourists across the globe. From the beautifully designed Cathedrals to the relaxed Italian atmosphere, Italia has a lot to offer so, maybe go take a siesta and fiesta in Italy. Antarctica the ice crowned wonder Ever thought about visiting the cold glaciers of Antarctica? Maybe you just thought it was impossible to do so, but no my friend Antarctica is open for tourists. The place might be chilly but none the less its beautiful abode of crisp snow covering the entire region which is a beautiful scene in itself and not to mention the cute yet scary Polar bears or the Snow white Antarctic Foxes or the migrating sea birds, Antarctic Wildlife has a lot to offer and we are open to exploration! 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by Akash Khatri 5 Destinations You Must Head to Taste Wine in India 7 July 2022 FOOD Advertisement Advertisement Winemaking in India started around 5000 years ago! Yes, you read it correctly. Wine culture is as ancient as 5000 long years in India. Yet it is fascinating to see the craze about wine consumption amongst us even at the present day! Nashik is the Wine Mecca of India, if you are a wine lover then you must be aware of this fact! Now, let us jot down the top 5 wine vineyards of India that have grown over the years and attract a good number of wine lovers from across the country. Sula Vineyards (Nashik): This is a winery and a vineyard in Nashik which is located 180 km northeast of Mumbai. Rajeev Samant founded Sula Vineyards in the year 1999. One great thing about Sula vineyards is that they use grapes from their vineyards. Sula vineyard is beautifully spread over 2000 acres of land and it comes with restaurants, tasting rooms, amphitheatre, and spa in their resort. The resort was established in 2015! What does Sula vineyard offer you? You get to take a long tour at its’ Nashik vineyards and apart from tasting the different types of wine, you can also learn about the wine manufacturing methods and all along you get a wine expert to describe you the details. Grover Zampa Vineyards (Nandi Hills, Karnataka): Very recently two of the renowned vineyards merged namely Grover Vineyards and Vallee De Vin. This vineyard comes right after Sula vineyards. You can take a tour of this beautiful vineyard which is spread over 300 acres as well! There are wine tasting rooms, barrel rooms. They boast the international techniques of making wine and they believe that their wine is made of grapes which in turn depicts the terroir. They boast quality over quantity when it comes to wine production. Chateau d’Ori (Madhya Pradesh): This vineyard covers 200 acres of area and this vineyard is simply luxurious! It flaunts 3 man-made lakes for doing water sports, a luxury farmhouse with jacuzzi, swimming pools, and wine tasting lounges. One amazing factor about this vineyard is that they take the agenda of ‘save nature’ seriously and hence use windmills to generate power! Fratelli Wines (Maharashtra): Fratelli wines came into existence in the year 2007 and they exclusively manufacture Indian premium wines. This is India’s largest privately owned wine estate of 240 acres. This wine vineyard tour is going to be a treat to the eyes because it is compared with European vineyards with pleasant weather and a vibrant atmosphere. York Winery (Nashik): York winery is situated in Nashik and recently it has won many awards for bringing a few new varieties of wine. This winery offers a wine tasting room and restaurants where you can order the dishes that will complement the kind of wine you are willing to gulp down for the day! Now that you are having an exquisite list of wine vineyards, you can choose one (or maybe two) and head straight towards that vineyard and sip in some nice wine while watching sunsets. Cheers! #luxury #winelover #winetasting #vineyard #wine #grapes #winemaker SEARCH How was Chocolate Born FOOD Virgin Territory: These non-alcoholic thirst quenchers are mixologist approved FOOD Tasting the sunny side of Christmas: Christmas Cocktails FOOD 5 Destinations You Must Head to Taste Wine in India FOOD Breakfast – Don’t miss! FOOD POPULAR POSTS Advertisement Advertisement By Anushka Sharma 7-Day Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan For Anti-Ageing That Actually Works Like Magic 5 April 2024 FOOD By Anushka Sharma The Mind-Blowing History Of Butter Chicken 27 March 2024 FOOD by Aishwarya Let’s talk about the alcohol brands owned by celebrities 2 November 2022 FOOD by Aishwarya Tasting the sunny side of Christmas: Christmas Cocktails 2 November 2022 FOOD RELATED POSTS