
Krishna Janmashtami cultural dance at Yogmaya Temple, Mehrauli, in Delhi
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A traditional dance performance takes place during the Sreekrishna Janmashtami celebrations at Yogmaya Temple.
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Step back in time with rare archival footage of the Maya Devi Temple at Lumbini, Nepal—the sacred birthplace of Lord Buddha and a revered UNESCO World Heritage Site. This historic recording, presented by WildFilms India, captures the temple in its earlier years, showcasing its spiritual atmosphere, surrounding greenery, and devotees engaged in peaceful prayer beneath a serene blue sky. The Maya Devi Temple stands at the heart of Lumbini’s spiritual complex, marking the exact location where Queen Maya Devi is believed to have given birth to Siddhartha Gautama, who later became the Buddha. The site is one of the most important Buddhist pilgrimage destinations in the world, drawing monks, nuns, researchers, and travellers from across the globe. In this archival footage, the temple’s simplicit
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