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Bhaja Caves is a group of 22 rock-cut Buddhist caves located in Pune District in Maharashtra, India. The rock-cut caves are situated 120 m above the mountain with beautiful...
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All you need to know about Bhojpur Temple
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Nalchha Mata- the idol that appears in 3 forms in a day- Mandsaur, M.P
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Established on the border of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh states of India, Mandsaur is said to be a town that...
Bhadwa Mata- the Goddess who cures
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