Nakshatra Sabha, an Astro Tourism marketing campaign by Starscapes and the Uttarakhand Tourism Board, are holding its second occasion in Jageshwar, Uttarakhand, from October 4th to sixth. Following the success of its first occasion at George Everest, Mussoorie in June, the Jageshwar version noticed participation from astronomy fanatics, adventurers, and vacationers from throughout India. The occasion has been bought out with greater than 100 individuals coming from Bangalore, Hyderabad, Mumbai in addition to Delhi / NCR.
The occasion was inaugurated by famend scientists Shylaja B and Dr. T V Venkateswaran. Shylaja, a distinguished astronomer and scholar, is thought for her experience in Indian astronomical historical past and celestial occasions. Dr. Venkateswaran, a senior scientist at Vigyan Prasar, has over twenty years of expertise in science communication, making complicated scientific ideas accessible to the general public.
Nakshatra Sabha is a year-long marketing campaign operating till mid-2025, that includes a sequence of immersive occasions at darkish sky areas throughout Uttarakhand, together with Benital, Pithoragarh, Nainital, and the well-known Kartiswamy temple at Rudraprayag. Every location for Nakshatra Sabha is fastidiously chosen to carry out the distinctiveness of every area. Jageshwar, the present website of the occasion, is an ideal instance of this. Nestled within the hills of Uttarakhand, Jageshwar is famend for its wealthy heritage and non secular significance. The city is dwelling to over 100 historical temples devoted to Lord Shiva and different deities. These temples, constructed within the Nagara fashion of structure, are set towards the breathtaking backdrop of dense deodar forests and the serene Jataganga river, making a tranquil and mystical ambiance. This historic and non secular atmosphere makes Jageshwar a great location for a marketing campaign like Nakshatra Sabha.
Ramashish Ray, Founding father of Starscapes, stated, “We’re thrilled with the overwhelming response to our first occasion and are desirous to carry Nakshatra Sabha to the historic city of Jageshwar. Our aim at Starscapes is to make astronomy and the cosmos simply accessible and an expertise they may bear in mind for a lifetime. Jageshwar, historically referred to as a pilgrimage website, will now even be identified for stargazing and astro-tourism actions.
Sachin Kurve, Secretary Tourism & CEO, Uttarakhand Tourism Improvement Board “Jageshwar affords vacationers a novel alternative to expertise the magnificence of historical temples alongside the magic of the cosmos. Occasions like Nakshatra Sabha promote our cultural and pure heritage and strengthen native economies, creating livelihood alternatives for a lot of. This initiative underscores our dedication to selling various types of tourism in Uttarakhand. We invite everybody to return and witness this extraordinary mix of spirituality and astronomy.”
Occasions at Nakshatra Sabha, Jageshwar
- Astrophotography with Monuments: Expertise the mesmerizing mixture of historical structure and celestial occasions with “Astrophotography with Monuments” periods
- Temple Structure and Astronomy: Delve into the fascinating world of Temple Structure and Astronomy at Nakshatra Sabha. This exploration focuses on how the traditional builders of Jageshwar utilized astronomical information to design and orient their sacred constructions.
- Historic Celestial Alignments Exploration: Dive into the fascinating world the place historical past and astronomy intersect. This occasion explores how historical civilizations within the Uttarakhand area used celestial occasions to plan and assemble their sacred temples and constructions.
- Eco-Astronomy Trails: Embark on guided eco-astronomy trails the place the pure ecosystem and celestial observations mix right into a harmonious expertise. These trails are designed to showcase the distinctive wildlife of Uttarakhand in the course of the day, whereas the evening affords spectacular stargazing alternatives.
For extra data and to register, go to Nakshatra Sabha 2024.
About Starscapes:
Starscapes is India’s premier experiential astronomy enterprise, devoted to selling sustainable dwell and on-line celestial exploration. With a nationwide community of observatories, expert groups, faculty and hospitality associates, and eco-friendly initiatives, Starscapes strives to counterpoint training and supply unforgettable cosmic experiences.
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