Heritage Walk Circuits & Field Journeys

The Cultural Landscape of Vraj or Braj has been at the epicenter of Cultural evolution of Bharatvarsh right from the earliest times of Ramayana & Mahabharata — as can be traced back from literary, archaeological, epigraphical, numismatics & various other sources.

It finds its mention as “Surasen” — one of the legendary 16 Mahajanapadas of Bharat — not only in Buddhist & Jataka scriptures but also through the excavations conducted in the numerous archaeological sites across this 84 kos (approx. 300 sq. km) of land.

The Shri Krishna Janmabhumi in Mathura shows archaeological evidence as a continuous place of worship, in line with the legendary past times of Vasudev Shri Krishna — leading to the earmarking of Braj as the land of devotion, festivities, literature & cultural evolution through the ages.

The Red Sandstone medieval-era temples offer interesting insight into temple architecture — equally intriguing in terms of sculpting, intricate curvature & designs.

Bharatkhaande offers you a deeply immersive understanding rooted in Braj culture, history, archaeology, epistemology, art forms & spirituality — through its carefully curated Heritage Walk, which can be a customized one or a generic one, to suit the need & interest areas of the participants, across the states of UP, Haryana & Rajasthan.

Dharma Kshetra Kurukshetra — the land of the Legendary & Epic Mahabharata War — is replete with spirituality, art, handicrafts, archaeology, built heritage & cuisines.

One of the most potent geographical locations while studying the Sindhu Saraswati Civilization & home to the enigmatic Vedic river Saraswati, Kurukshetra finds its mention in the Manusmriti & other Puranic texts in multiple spaces.

Pheowa — the abode of River Saraswati & one of the most revered & highly spiritual landscapes of Bharat — continues to draw millions of faithful to its various sacred temples, waterbodies & trees located in & around the 48 Kos (192 sq miles) Kuru Panchal Cultural Landscape.

Abundant with numerous excavated archaeological sites, Kurukshetra & the ancient city of Thaneswar offer a sneak peek into the region's glorious epoch & its fall. Kurukshetra also famously referred as the land of Bhagwat Gita is not just a place of Devotion & Spirituality but also offers a rich history of the three battles of Panipat that shaped India's destiny in the last 600 years.

Bharatkhaande brings you a unique combination of archaeology, epistemology, spirituality & military landscape for all history buffs, students & heritage enthusiasts, devotees seeking devotion & consciousness.

The abode of Shiva & older than civilizations — Banaras or Varanasi needs no introduction.

The City continues to mesmerize millions even today with the multilayered cultural heritage. From Music to food to archaeology, history, festivals, art & its temples — all of these elements have their vast spread, that to cover them all in a lifetime seems impossible.

As such Bharatkhaande proposes to its participants a walk catered to their interest areas, which can be centered around history, heritage, festivals, temples, ghats or even archaeological sites & museums.

The key touchpoints indicated below are only indicative & can vary based on the requirement presented by participants.

The Vedic corpus & the Itihasa Puranas define Odisha as the ancient Oddra Desha, being its earliest of names. Often also mentioned as Kalinga, Utkal, Toshali etc., Odisha continues to be India's best kept secret in many ways.

With its magnificent & serene natural heritage, opulent Kalingan temple architectures, rich & living tribal traditions & tribes, dynamic & world famous Odiya cuisine, makes Odisha home to a very extraordinary array of cultural heritage, rarely seen in any other State.

The historical Gajapati rulers or the surviving princely states of Baripada, Mayurbhanj etc. offers a deep insight into the evolution of Odisha's Culture, food & Military traditions.

The state's enormous contribution to Literature through the famous Gita Govinda & Odishi dance forms continues to thrill all cultural enthusiasts, researchers, artists & students across the Globe.

Bharatkhaande offers a deep insight into these various aspects of Odisha through an academic research based approach to provide an all-round & an absolutely immersive experience to all the participants.

Veershiromani Maharana Pratap of the Sisodia dynasty of Mewar (Rajasthan) continues to capture the imagination of people of all ages across Bharat whenever reference is made to sacrifice, courage, resilience, patriotism & an epitome of rising from the ashes.

Bharatkhaande has very carefully & thoughtfully prepared this circuit to commemorate this Legendary Son of Bharat & to instill pride & honor in the hearts & minds of all the participants.

Each of these sites carry very important historical memories of Pratap & his accomplices, from a resistance point of view to the Mughals. These sites are also testimonials to Architectural brilliance of the Sisodia over a period of 800 years.

Out of the below touch points, as many as three sites are declared UNESCO World Heritage sites — making this circuit both a historical and an architectural pilgrimage through Mewar's living memory.

Prayag is called Teertharaja — the Sovereign of all pilgrimage places. The ancient seven sacred cities of India are revered as its queens. The Ganga and Yamuna divide this holy region into three parts, symbolizing the three Vedic fires. Dwelling one night in each region bestows the fruits of worshipping these fires.

The Magha Mela and the Kumbha Mela Festival (UNESCO Heritage) are world famous congregations already & attract Global pilgrims from other faiths as well. Even the legendary Pushyabhuti dynasty Emperor Harshavardhana convened grand religious assemblies at Prayaga every fifth year, donating his entire wealth to saints and mendicants.

Scriptures affirm that bathing at the Sangam (confluence) removes all sins and grants heaven, while dying here leads directly to liberation. May the King of Tirthas — Prayag — the eternal meeting place of sacred rivers, the seat of divine knowledge, and the cradle of civilization, continue to guide the cultural soul of Bharat and inspire the Prayagraj Cultural Circuit, symbolizing the living continuum of faith, heritage, and unity.

Bharatkhaande aspires to bring to its participants the glorious spiritual & cultural heritage coupled with a flavor of archaeology through the archaeological site of Jhunsi, the ancient capital of King Pururava. The remains of its Old forts and sacred wells — Samudra Kupa and Hans Kupa — are revered spots. The Hans Tirtha temple represents spiritual awakening through Yoga.

Venga, Vanga, Vangalam to Benga, Banga & Bengal — this enigmatic land of Divine feminine worship from the earliest of times to the modern times has been the safe haven & has become home to whosoever & from whichever corner of the Globe has expressed to dedicate oneself to Bengal & its opulent Culture & intriguing history.

From the Terracotta Brick temples to Swami Vivekananda, the journey of last 500 years has seen the multifarious explosion & evolution of Culture through the lens of Temple architectures, religious & spiritual history, Bengal renaissance, European infrastructural landscape development & its colorful festivities coupled with lush green valleys & jungles of the Doars, which continues to captivate the imagination of a thousand scholars, researchers, heritage & history lovers, academicians, nature lovers & scientists.

Essentially being a river-locked state, it offers excellent opportunities for research & academic studies along its numerous river valleys as well.

Bharatkhaande pledges to offer an experience that cuts across all these sectors of Heritage & History across the state, including its key archaeological sites, libraries & historic Museums.

Sirpur, originally named Sripura, had served as the capital of Dakshin Kosala during the 6th – 9th century CE during the rule of the Sharabhapuri and Panduvamshi dynasties.

The excavations at Sripura had revealed many Hindu temples, Buddhist monasteries, Jain monasteries, a huge market-place, and many such magnificent archaeological structures.

Once a flourishing trade centre, Sripura holds an important place in the history of the Chhattisgarh state, with fascinating sculptures and stunning stories weaved across time & history. The beauty of the kingdom lies in the social harmony and co-existence of different religions here.

The place is also a paradise for nature lovers and trekkers with stunning views. This heritage tour is about exploring the rich history, heritage, and culture of our state while exploring the archaeological artifacts, sculptures, natural beauty, and culture of the Chhattisgarh. This tour is a guided heritage cum nature trail of the state.