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Set like a jewelled crown on the map of India, Kashmir is a many faceteddiamond, changing character with the seasons - always extravagantly beautiful.Three Himalayan ranges, Karakoram, Zanaskar and Pir Panjal - snow capped,majestic, frame the landscape from northwest to northeast. They are the birthplace of great rivers which flow through the kashmir valley.RajTaringini the chronology of the Kashmir Kings written by Kalhana eulogises the beauty of Kashmir as follows:"Kasmira Parvati Paroksh; Tat Swami ch Maheswara". Meaning Kashmir is as beautiful as Goddess Parvati manifest; and its owner is Lord Shiva Himself" And the Mughal Emperor exclaimed "Gar Bar-ru-e-Zamin Ast ; Hamin Ast ,Hamin Ast Hamin Asto. Meaning if there is paradise on this earth : This is it, this is it, this is it.
Srinagar is at once a collection of images: a son-et- lumiere that tells the story of the love of the Mughal emperors for this paradise vale; deep green rice fields and river bridges of gardens in bloom and lakes rimmed by houseboats; at once summer capital of the state,business centre and holiday resort.
Srinagar is as much imagination as it is fact,for every season offers new vistas to this city of great antiquity. Spring breathes life again into a frozen world and the air is heady with the fragrance of a million flowers that blossom on trees, shrubs and creepers.Summer heightens the effect and autumn is poignant in its colours of warm introspection. Winter brings with it snow,sometimes the Dal Lake freezes and beneath a leaden sky, roasted chestnuts turn the atmosphere aromatic with the promise of warmth and comfort.
The river Jhelum and the Dal and Nagin lakes dominate Srinagar and its life and activities.Here lush wild gardens of lotus and waterlily flower amidst bustling lanes.By the lakeside spread the gardens of the Mughals in patterned beauty.And the people move with a tranquillity borne of a history laden pulse of activity.
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» Adventure Divas: India [ Kids/Teens ] - Get dispatches from this PBS trip and read interviews with Indian women who play various roles in society.
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» Ancient India [ Kids ] - Explore the people, culture, beliefs, and history of ancient India using animations, 3D models and objects from The British Museum's collections.
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» Art from India [ Kids/Teens ] - Look at animals, rajahs and sultans in paintings from the past. Two reading levels to suit age ranges from 6-16. Created by Sir Robert Hitcham's Primary School and the Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts.
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» Bombay Natural History Society [ Kids/Teens ] - Check out this group that's dedicated to nature conservation in India as well as preservation and management of all forms of wildlife and their natural habitats.
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- CIA World Factbook: India [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Features a map and brief descriptions of geography, economy, government, and people.
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» Devi: The Great Goddess [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - This companion site to the Smithsonian exhibit looks at the six aspects of this Indian goddess, and has activities and historical information
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» 50 Glorious Years of Indian Independence [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - One of the largest nations in the world, India has made great strides since gaining independence from Great Britain in 1945. This site tells about India's progress and the leaders who helped it happen.
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» Government of India [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Site offers information about origin, functions, and development of Indian Government.
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» In Quest of a Nation [ Kids/Teens ] - Discover the rich cultural heritage of India. Learn about the history, dance, music, and places to visit in this country.
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» India - A Country Study [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Overview of life, history, and culture by the US Library of Congress.
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» India - The Great Ocean Of Heritage [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Gives a brief description of the country, along with information on its history, religion, people, culture, environment, and architecture.
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» India At A Glance [ Teens/Mature Teens ] - Articles and facts about the country and its people.
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» India for Kids [ Kids/Teens ] - Visit the cities of Thrissur, Mysore, Mumbai, and Jaipur as well as the river Ganges. Read bedtime stories, excerpts from the Ramayana, or a diary kept by one of the site's virtual tourists.
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» An Introduction to India [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - General information about the country, its geography, and its people and culture.
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» MSN Encarta: India [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Basic introduction to the land and the people.
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» Mystic Ganga [ Kids/Teens ] - The River Ganges, sacred to some, a river of myth and legend to others, has its headwaters in the Himalayas. It flows through the heart of India into the Bay of Bengal. Follow its course throughout India, trace its tributaries, and visit the cities along its banks in this virtual journey.
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» PBS - Hidden India [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Learn about the history, geography, religion, arts, food, and spices of Kerala.
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» PBS Online: Anamalai [ Kids/Teens/Mature Teens ] - Introduces the wildlife sanctuary where Asian elephants live in safety. Also provides information on the elephants and explains why this creature is considered sacred by many of the Indian people.
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» Pitara Kids Network [ Kids ] - Kids portal based in India features news, folktales, and in-depth information about the land and its people. Also offers stories, books, poems, activities, forum, and school sections.
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» Wildlife of India [ Kids/Teens ] - Come meet some of the animals that live in India like the tiger, elephant and barking deer.
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