Deva Bhumi - The Abode of the Gods in India

DETAILS : 

• Author : Krishna Kumar
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎Ane Books India
  
• Publication date : 1 January 2016
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎  9385462547
  
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 9789385462542
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 500  g

ABOUT THE BOOK 

Deva Bhumi: The Abode of the Gods in India is a soul-stirring travelogue and spiritual exploration of Uttarakhand, the Himalayan region traditionally known as "Devbhoomi." Krishna Kumar takes the reader on a journey through the "sacred geography" of the Garhwal and Kumaon hills, moving beyond simple tourism to uncover the deep-rooted myths and legends that live within the mountains. The book provides a detailed look at the Chhota Char Dham (Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath), the Panch Prayag (the five sacred river confluences), and the hidden temples of the Kumaon region like Jageshwar and Patal Bhuvaneshwar. It is a tribute to the timeless beauty of the Himalayas and the enduring faith of the people who inhabit its rugged terrain.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR 

Krishna Kumar is an avid traveler, photographer, and writer with a passion for Indian heritage and Himalayan ecology. His writing is distinguished by a "slow travel" philosophy—focusing on the nuances of local culture, folklore, and the spiritual vibrations of the places he visits. Rather than providing a standard guidebook, Kumar weaves personal reflections and historical anecdotes into his narrative, making the landscape come alive for the reader. His work often highlights the delicate balance between the sanctity of these pilgrimage sites and the environmental challenges posed by modern tourism.