Naimisharanya - The Center of Excellence

DETAILS : 

• Author : Dr. Mala Chandra and Ramesh Chandra Dikshit
  
• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Pratibha Prakashan
  
• Hardcover : 80  Pages
  
• Edition: 2017
  
• ISBN : 9788177024005 
  
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
  
• Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 950 G

ABOUT THE BOOK

Naimisharanya - The Center of Excellence, co-authored by Dr. Mala Chandra and Ramesh Chandra Dikshit, is a scholarly yet soul-stirring tribute to one of the most sacred geographical locations in Hindu civilization. Naimisharanya, located on the banks of the river Gomti in Uttar Pradesh, is traditionally revered as the site where 88,000 sages gathered to perform a massive Sattra (sacrifice) and where the major Puranas were narrated. This book meticulously documents the site not just as a pilgrimage destination, but as an ancient "university" or intellectual hub that served as the repository of Vedic knowledge and oral traditions.

The authors blend historical research, archaeological data, and Puranic legends to explain why this specific forest was chosen as the "center" of the universe (Naimisha). The text covers the significance of key landmarks like the Chakra Tirtha, the Vyas Gaddi, and the Hanuman Garhi, while also exploring the ecological and cultural heritage of the region. By framing Naimisharanya as a "Center of Excellence," the book invites readers to view ancient Indian history through the lens of intellectual continuity, positioning the site as the spiritual and educational powerhouse that shaped the classical Indian mind.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Dr. Mala Chandra is a distinguished academician and researcher with a deep interest in Indian culture, heritage, and the sociological aspects of pilgrimage. Her work often focuses on the intersection of tradition and modernity, seeking to preserve the intangible heritage of India's sacred sites through rigorous documentation.

Ramesh Chandra Dikshit is a scholar and writer known for his expertise in regional history and Sanskrit literature. His collaborative effort in this book reflects his commitment to bringing the hidden historical narratives of Uttar Pradesh to a wider global audience. Together, the authors provide a balanced perspective that satisfies both the inquisitive scholar and the devout pilgrim.