Embark on a virtual pilgrimage to the Chār Dhām, four sacred sites in India that form a spiritual compass across the subcontinent. Discover the geographical and spiritual significance of Badrinath, Puri, Rameshwaram, and Dwarka, each associated with a specific deity and direction, creating a comprehensive spiritual journey across India. Explore how these sites became linked together as a pilgrimage, potentially gaining prominence during the Gupta period, a time of significant religious and social transitions. Learn about the unique challenges and rewards of this pilgrimage, traversing diverse landscapes and connecting with the divine through the land itself. Join us as we map India's sacred geography through the lens of the Chār Dhām pilgrimage.

This episode delves into the historical and cultural context surrounding the Chār Dhām, explorin ...