Bhaktilipi is a home for Indian cultural, historical & devotional writings, stories, and sacred texts—curated, translated, and presented with care.
Digitally preserve timeless bhakti literature across regions and languages.
Make devotion accessible through modern interpretations.
Spread the wisdom with beautiful, modern reading experiences.
Imagine this: a gentle mist rolling down the majestic Himalayas, the air crisp and clean, and in your hands, a warm cup of tea. With the very first sip, you’re not just tasting a beverage; you're experiencing a story—a legacy that has travelled through time from
There are places that you find on a map, and then there are places that find you. Chirang, a quiet, unassuming district in the heart of Assam's Bodoland Territorial Region, is one such place. It doesn’t scream for attention with flashy tourist spots. Instead, it whispers tales
Close your eyes for a moment and imagine the scent of wet earth in a sprawling tea garden just after the first monsoon shower. Picture the mighty Brahmaputra river flowing with ancient stories, and hear the distant, rhythmic beat of a dhol. This isn't just a place; it&
Walk through the bustling lanes of Sikar, and you'll feel history whispering from every corner. The magnificent havelis, with their intricate frescoes, tell tales of prosperous Marwari merchants. The formidable forts stand as silent witnesses to the valour of Rajput rulers. It’s a story we all know
There's a certain feeling you get when you enter Chandigarh. The air seems cleaner, the roads feel wider, and a sense of calm order settles over you. For anyone who has navigated the beautiful, chaotic maze of our older Indian cities, the contrast is immediate and striking. This
There's a feeling you get when you stand on the ghats of Haridwar or Varanasi, especially as dusk settles. The air, thick with the scent of incense and marigolds, the sound of temple bells echoing across the water, and the sight of countless diyas floating on the river
Close your eyes for a moment and just whisper the word ‘Mahārāja’. What comes to mind? Is it the shimmer of priceless jewels, the intricate jali work on a palace wall, or perhaps the faint, sweet smell of incense from a royal temple? For many of us, this word unlocks
There are some places in India that don't just exist on a map; they live in the stories of our grandparents, in the aroma of festive foods, and in the echoes of ancient prayers. Bhavnagar, the cultural heart of Saurashtra, is one such city. Recently celebrating its 300th
There are some places that you find on a map, and then there are others that seem to find you. Gokarna, for many of us, is a town of beautiful contradictions – where the roar of the ocean meets the silent chant of a temple bell. During my last trip, while
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