Significance of Baisakhi Purnima in the life of Buddha
Gautam Buddha was born on a Baisakhi Purnima, received enlightenment on a Baisakhi Purnima and attained nirvana on a Baisakhi Purnima.
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How long does a person walk in a lifetime?
According to an estimate, an average person walks 160,934.4 kilometres in his or her lifetime. This distance is equal to four times the circumference of the earth.
The bird with the wingspan of 3 metres
The albatross is a seabird with a mean wingspan of 3 metres. It glides over the waves for hours. It basically rides on the air currents, rarely flapping its long narrow wings.
The climate of Gobi desert
In the Gobi desert in Mongolia the temperatures reach 40°C in summer and – 40°C in winter. It once recorded a maximum temperature of 45°C (113°F) and minimum temperature of – 40°C (– 40°F). The range is 85°C i.e., 153°F.
Physical difficulties couldn’t field out this best attacking midfielder
Michel Platini of France is known as one of the best attacking midfielders of the game. He was also known for his trademark freekicks. He had breathing difficulties and a weak heart. He has been named the European Footballer of the Year thrice in 1983, 1984 and 1985. In his teens while taking a breathing…
The naming of Shimla
In Jakhoo hill, there was a temple of Shyamala or Kali in 1845. The British shifted this temple to what is now known as Shimla. The name of the place was based on this goddess.