Shahid Beheshti Port – The Maritime Gateway of Chabahar Shahid Beheshti Port, located in Chabahar, in the Sistan-Baluchistan Province of Iran, is one of the most strategically significant ports in the region. Situated on the southeastern coast of Iran, along the Oman Sea, this port serves as Iran’s only oceanic port and lies outside the […]
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Stamp Design Competition by Department of Posts Every year on the occasions of Republic Day, Independence Day and Children’s Day, the Department of Posts has been conducting an All India Level Stamp Design Competition since 2015. Selected entries are awarded cash prizes, and the winning designs are used for creating postage stamps and other philatelic […]
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Stamp Design Competition by Department of Posts Every year on the occasions of Republic Day, Independence Day and Children’s Day, the Department of Posts has been conducting an All India Level Stamp Design Competition since 2015. Selected entries are awarded cash prizes, and the winning designs are used for creating postage stamps and other philatelic […]
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The stamp depicting Cambodia highlights the legendary scene of Kumbhakarna, the giant brother of Ravana, from the Indian epic Ramayana. This portrayal is based on the exquisite bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s iconic temple complex, which is renowned for its intricate carvings and historical significance. The depiction of Kumbhakarna at Angkor exemplifies the deep cultural […]
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The Kate Festival of Viet Nam is one of the most significant traditional celebrations of the Cham community, primarily observed in Ninh Thuan Province. Recognized by the Government of Viet Nam as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, the festival reflects the Cham people’s deep spiritual connection and gratitude towards their ancestral gods and deities. The […]
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The Sri Mariamman Temple in Singapore is the oldest Hindu temple in the country, founded in 1827. Dedicated to Goddess Mariamman, known for her power to cure illnesses and protect against diseases, the temple stands as a spiritual and cultural landmark for the Indian community in Singapore. Architecturally magnificent, the temple’s gopuram (towering entrance) is […]
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The Khon dance-drama of Thailand is one of the most exquisite traditional art forms of Southeast Asia, tracing its origins to the Ramakien, the Thai adaptation of the Indian epic Ramayana. The Khon performance combines athletic dance movements, graceful choreography, traditional singing, and elaborate costumes, with dancers wearing ornate masks to portray mythological characters. Among […]
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The Yama Zatdaw is Myanmar’s traditional adaptation of the Indian epic Ramayana, deeply embedded in the country’s cultural and artistic heritage. In Burmese, “Yama” translates to Lord Rama, and “Zatdaw” refers to a drama or play, symbolizing the performative retelling of the sacred story. While the storyline of Yama Zatdaw remains faithful to the Ramayana’s […]
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The Indonesian version of the Ramayana, known as the Kakawin Ramayana, is one of the most significant literary and cultural works of Indonesia. It was believed to have been composed during the Medang Kingdom (732–1006 AD) in Central Java, reflecting the deep historical and spiritual connections between India and Indonesia. The Kakawin Ramayana is written […]
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The Phra Lak Phra Lam, the national epic of Lao PDR, is the Lao adaptation of the ancient Indian Ramayana. The title refers to the divine brothers Lord Rama (Phra Lam) and Lakshmana (Phra Lak), and the story is deeply infused with Buddhist philosophy and local traditions. Among its most celebrated characters is Hanuman, the […]
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