Top 21 Jewellery Books That You Must Read
If jewellery fascinates you, along with having a huge collection of it, reading jewellery books is a good way of discovering your love for it. Add a little sparkle and shine to not just your bookshelf but also to your life with an amazing read on jewellery. Whether it...
Top 10 Jewellery Blogs of the World
When worn the right way, jewellery can amp up any kind of outfit and kick it several notches up. However, you must know how to choose just the right jewellery and what to pair it with to get the best out of it. And with all the jewellery designs that you have...
Habba Khatoon: The Sage of Kashmir
A beautiful and intelligent damsel from the saffron town of Pampore, Habba Khatoon was a Kashmiri poetess born in the 16th century. Named as Zoon (meaning, the moon) by her parents and fondly called the ‘Nightingale of Kashmir’, she is one of the most popular mystic...
10 Unknown Essential Oils Facts & Myths
An essential oil is the oil extracted from the various parts of a plant like its leaves, flowers, or seeds. Essential Oils are usually obtained through the process of steam distillation. The oil is extremely concentrated, potent and contains the complete ‘essence’ of...
How to Check the Purity of Shilajit?
Shilajit has some pretty incredible benefits. This miraculous substance is an excellent anti-aging agent, improves strength and vitality, treats anemia, and does many other amazing things for the body. As more and more people are discovering this substance, its demand...
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7 Benefits of Shilajit for Women [Research Backed]
Shilajit is one of the most effective herbs recognized by Ayurveda over 3000 years ago. Found predominantly in the Himalayan region of India, shilajit is a dark, sticky, tar-like substance that forms on the rocks of the Himalayan mountains. It is known to be an...
Best Time to Eat Dry Fruits {Scientific Study}
Dried fruits and nuts have always held a very special place in our kitchens. Not only are they added to desserts, but they are added to other exotic dishes. Not only that, but they are also eaten daily for optimum health. In fact, you’ll often find Indian mothers'...
The Most Expensive Honey in the World – Sidr
Owing to its incredible medicinal properties, honey has been used for healing as well as beauty purposes since ancient times. It is the go-to remedy for treating cough and cold, healing wounds, treating skin infections and a lot more. But, did you know that not all...
A Complete Guide on Using Dry Fruits for Weight Loss
It is a common misconception among people that eating dry fruits leads to weight gain. However, that is not true as eating dry fruits is actually known to aid weight loss. While following the crazy fad diets, the importance of this superfood is often overlooked. ...
A-Z Guide to Visiting Sonamarg {Happy Travel}
Nestled between the snow-clad Himalayas in the region of Kashmir is the beautiful hill station Sonamarg. When in Kashmir, Sonmarg is the perfect destination for a surreal getaway in the lap of the mountains. When translated, ‘Sonmarg’ means ‘Meadow of Gold’. We...
Lal Ded: The Mystic of Kashmir
Fondly called as Lad Ded (Mother Lalla), Lalleshwari was a 14th century Kashmiri mystic and poet. She was the creator of Vakhs, a kind of poetry. A revolutionary mystic of her time, Lal Ded’s verses are some of the earliest Kashmiri compositions and form an integral...
An Ultimate Guide to Sunnah Foods & Healthy Eating
There are at least a thousand myths and facts that surround nutrition and diet. And when it comes to these two, everyone seems to have an opinion of their own. While some say that all carbs are bad for you, others are completely in favor of eating the good...
The Kashmiri Gushtaba: How to Cook at Home?
Just like its culture, heritage, history and nature, Kashmir’s delectable food is also unmissable. With a majority of the dishes here being meat-based, Kashmiri cuisine is nothing short of a paradise for all the non-vegetarians. But that doesn’t mean that there’s...
Everything You Need to Know About Kashmiri Tea
Along with its breathtaking beauty, Kashmir is also popular for its lip-smacking delicacies all over the world. Not just the food but Kashmir is also home to some very special and heart-warming beverages like the Kahwa and Kashmiri Noon Chai. Kashmiri tea, or what is...
A-Z Guide on the Dachigam National Park
A trip to Kashmir is basically incomplete without a visit to the Dachigam National Park. What once served as the hunting grounds for the royals, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kashmir today. This park is rich with its splendid variety of flora and...
A Complete Guide to Gemstones
Since ancient times, gemstones have caused fascination in people due to their sparkly appearance, remarkable strength, and incredible power. These precious stones symbolize love, health, eternal youth, happiness, and protection from evil, each gem specific in its...
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Top 21 Benefits of Dry Fruits [Science Backed]
The crunchy nuts and naturally sweet dry fruits make for excellent snacks, accompaniments for breakfast or just something to eat in-between meals. They also make for amazing additions to several recipes including a host of delectable desserts as well as non-veg...
Wall Decor Ideas to Lift Your Mood
Are you on the lookout for some amazing wall decor ideas? Are you wondering how you can take your home decor a few notches up? Well, think of your walls as a blank canvas that you can fill up with anything that you can possibly think of! After all, whether it is your...
Saffron During Pregnancy: Benefits, Uses, Side Effects & More
Taking saffron during pregnancy has been advised by doctors as well as elders since ages. Saffron or ‘Kesar’, as it is popularly known in India has numerous wonderful medicinal properties. The spice has always been held in high regard in Ayurveda and used since...
How to Consume Dry Fruits During Pregnancy?
Dry fruits and nuts are always a must for a healthy and fit life and more so when you are pregnant. What you eat largely determines the growth and health of your baby. Being rich in essential nutrients like proteins, fiber, and several vitamins and minerals, dry...
7 Anjeer Benefits that Make it a Must-Have Dry Fruit
The importance of having dry fruits has always been stressed upon in Indian households owing to their many health benefits. Whether it is an accompaniment for breakfast, a snack or just to munch on something, dried fruits are always a great choice. Dried figs or what...
Get to Know the Mughal Architecture Intimately Well
During the patronage of the Mughals in India from the 16th to the 18th century, Indian architecture was greatly influenced. The Mughal architecture is a beautiful amalgamation influenced by the Persian, Turkish, Indian and some other provincial styles. And even today,...
The Unimaginable Beauty of Kashmir
“If there is a heaven on earth, it is here, it is here, it is here!”- beautifully quoted by Emperor Jahangir on Kashmir back in the 17th century, this quote still holds true almost 4 centuries later. Right from its picturesque mountains, dense forests, green...
8 Best Oud Colognes for Men
Always a hit among the Middle Easterners and fragrance connoisseurs, oud cologne is now gaining popularity among the westerners as well. Derived from the wood of the agar tree, the best oud cologne is one of the most expensive fragrances in the world. Its rich and...
Top 16 Perfumes for Girls {All Natural}
Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary or some other occasion, perfumes make for the best gifts. Or if you are looking for a little something for yourself, perfumes are again, a great choice. If you are looking for the top perfumes for girls, keep reading on. With such...
Top 11 Benefits of Shilajit {Research Based}
Found on the rocks of the Himalayas, Shilajit is a sticky substance that forms as a result of the slow decomposition of plants. Black colored, shilajit is a tar-like resin. This resin is also commonly known by the names Mumio, Mummiyo or Mumijo. Owing to the excellent...
Ultimate Guide Unveiling the Beauty of Pahalgam
Situated away from the hustle and bustle of city life, around 95 kilometers east of Srinagar, is the quaint little town of Pahalgam. Surrounded by the Himalayas and abound with natural beauty, Pahalgam draws thousands of tourists from all over the world every year....
Top 11 Benefits of Honey {Science Backed}
Pure Honey has been extensively used in India both as a medicine and a sweetener for thousands of years now. This sweet nectar is often used as a substitute for sugar, in various beverages as well as desserts and other savory recipes too. Due to the great benefits of...
How to Prepare Kashmiri Kahwa? The Best Way to Consume Saffron
We had been getting lots of queries on the best way to consume saffron. While we are not in a position to offer medical advice on the matter, we still decided to share the manner in which Kashmiris have traditionally used saffron to achieve health benefits. So,...
Top 15 Benefits of Walnuts {Scientific Research}
Walnuts are extensively used in baked goods, desserts, savory dishes or eaten as they are in almost every part of the world. But, do you know what makes these nuts so popular in almost every world cuisine? Well, apart from their deliciously crunchy taste, there are...
Top 11 Benefits of Almonds {Backed by Science}
Almonds or ‘badam’ as we popularly know it in India are one of the most popular tree nuts in the entire world. People everywhere consume them not just for the crunchy taste but also for the amazing benefits of almonds. As long as you are not allergic to these...
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Top 13 Benefits of Saffron [Scientific Research]
Did you know about the amazing benefits of saffron or kesar - the marvellous bright red colored spice? This spice, indigenous to Kashmir, Iran, Greece, Spain and some other countries of the world is extensively used in various cuisines. Right from Indian...
Dal Lake: The Heart of Srinagar
Kashmir’s beauty is unmatched and the place is called ‘Paradise on Earth’. Making this place so beautiful are nature’s many blessings- mountains, lakes, lush green trees that wonderfully come together and form the beautiful place that Kashmir is. And one such wonder...
23 Famous Mughal Monuments That You MUST Know
The Mughals have made a very significant contribution to not just the history but to the Indian architecture as well. When we think of famous Indian monuments, monuments like the Taj Mahal, Red Fort and Agra Fort are the first ones that come to mind. And rightly so....
Everything that You Need to Know About Kashmiri Paper Mache Crafts
When we think of Kashmiri arts and crafts, the first few things that come to mind are shawls, carpets, rugs, and probably woodwork and embroidery. However, something that the world does not know is that Kashmir is also very well-known for its paper mache crafts....
How to Wear a Shawl? – The Ultimate Tutorial
If you think that shawls are old-fashioned and only something that aged people wear, well, you are wrong! A shawl is a versatile piece of garment that can be worn in so many different ways. It doesn’t just keep you warm but if worn the right way, it can also make a...
What is a Pashmina? A Complete Overview
People have various notions about Pashmina. Some think of it to be a goat, some a thread, some a form of embroidery. So 'what is a pashmina'? Well, Pashmina is a super fine quality of wool that comes from a particular species of goat. This wool is then used to make...
The Story of Shahtoosh: World’s Most Expensive Fabric
Shahtoosh or shahtush or simply toosh, is a type of luxury shawl made from the most expensive fabric in the world. It is a Persian word which literally translates to ‘king of fine wools’. NOTE: Buying & Selling of Shahtoosh is illegal. We do not sell or buy this...
13 Top Gifts for Sister that Will Amaze Her
Sisters are truly special. And when the need is, a sister plays every role from that of your mother to that of your best friend. No matter if it is your elder sister or younger one, every sister in the world deserves to be treated specially. In this post, I will be...
A-Z Guide on Kashmiri Embroidery
Just as its beauty, Kashmir’s history is unique. The handicrafts of Kashmir are as breathtaking as the lush green valleys it hosts. The beautiful art of Kashmiri embroidery is as old as the modern Muslim culture of the place. The first thing that comes to our minds...
Why is saffron expensive?
People often wonder; why is saffron expensive? In this article, I am going answer your ‘why’! Masala milk, biryani, malai kulfi; all of these dishes are truly incomplete without a hint of saffron added to them. Saffron is added to many more dishes in India, as well to...
All You Need to Know About the Majestic Chinar Tree
The Chinar tree is a magnificent, vibrant tree whose leaves change colors to red, yellow and amber during the autumn season. This tree predominantly grows in the Kashmir region in India. The tree not only is a rare sight but is a form of majestic beauty. One of the...
21 Natural Tips on How to Control Hair Fall
Hair is the most attractive physical feature of our body. It complements the beauty of our face, built and physique. And, if we start losing it, its time to go ga-ga over it. Hair enhances the beauty of a person and adds on to the natural appeal, but it’s always scary...
What is the Best Saffron Brand in India?
When it comes to saffron, you should only trust the best saffron brand in India. But the irony is that, nowadays, finding authentic quality saffron has become quite a task. And with no clear established 'brand' in the country, the effort to find pure saffron multiply....
5 Men’s Formal Wear Accessories You Should Invest In
When planning a suit for a formal occasion there is a lot to consider including cut, style, fabric and fit. However, when it comes to men's accessories it’s easy to think about shoes, perhaps ties and maybe not much more. But that's not correct. When it comes to men’s...
Essentials for Creating a Welcoming Guest Room Decor
Got a spare bedroom you’d like to turn into a cozy guest room? Want to amplify your guest room decor? Here are a few simple tips to help you turn that room into a welcoming, comfortable space for your guests: Start By De-cluttering One of the first things you probably...
Know Everything About the Traditional Kashmiri Dress & Style
Not only are the different Kashmiri dresses known to the tourists coming to Kashmir, but they have been showcased time and again in many Bollywood movies such as Kashmir ki Kali, Jab Jab Phool Khile, Rockstar, and more recently in Laila Majnu. Hence, the world is no...
Get to Know the 11 Oldest Languages in the World
Man has been living on this planet for millions of years. Obviously, he needed to communicate. Interestingly, he chose to use different languages and not just one. This shows the versatility of man's knowledge. If you have a look at some of the oldest languages in the...
What’s a Kashmiri Wedding Like? {Know it all}
Kashmiri wedding just like any other wedding ceremony is full of fun & emotions. It is a blessed occasion where family, friends and food comes together. Kashmiri weddings are unique. They are enjoyable. They are memorable. Most importantly, kashmiri weddings are...
Kashmir Tourism: 23 Best Places You Can’t-Miss Visiting
Are you looking to know more about Kashmir Tourism? Why! Perhaps you are going to visit Kashmir soon. Wonderful! So, if you are looking to know the best places to visit in Kashmir, you are at the perfect place. I will deal with everything that you need to know in...
11 Unknown Health Benefits of Kalonji
Kalonji, or Nigella seeds, are one of the most beneficial seeds that mother nature has given us. They just don't add value to the food, but they have tremendous benefits for the human body. Whether you consume it in solid form like seeds, or the in a liquid form as an...
The Shilajit Story – Its Composition, Uses & Benefits
Shilajit has been used as medicine both by Ayurvedic and Unani (Greek) treatment methods. Generally, both these treatment practices have suggested that shilajit has multiple uses and can cure various ailments. And the use of shilajit as medicine has historically been...
Kashmiri Wazwan: A Non Vegetarian Delight
Kashmiri Wazwan, the 36-course meal wonder that's responsible for the peeping bellies of Kashmiris, and the answer to the oft-repeated question, 'Why do Kashmiris love mutton so much?' Yes, for all these Kashmiri Wazwan is guilty as charged! Among other attraction of...
The Life & Legacy Mirza Ghalib – All You Want to Know
I was introduced to the amazing works of Mirza Ghalib in my school. As a child, I used to study the Urdu language and that’s when the names and works of some awesome people like Ghalib from the world of Urdu were introduced to me. This opportunity to be able to know...