Discover the hidden stories of India’s ancient past with Amish Tripathi in this episode of “Did You Know?”—where we explore the Bhimbetka Rock Shelters, a site older than the pyramids, Harappa, and even the invention of writing!

Journey with us to the heart of Madhya Pradesh, where over 100,000 years of history come alive on stone walls. Bhimbetka isn’t just a collection of rocks—it’s a living museum showcasing India’s earliest humans, the first artists, and perhaps, the first prayers. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Bhimbetka boasts more than 750 rock shelters and nearly 400 caves adorned with prehistoric paintings, making it one of the world’s largest and oldest rock art complexes.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How ancient paintings from 10,000 BCE depict daily life, rituals, and mythical beasts

• The mysteries of the Auditorium Cave and the symbolic meaning behind these ancient artworks

• Archaeological treasures from every phase of the Stone Age, including Acheulean handaxes and microliths

• The enduring legacy of Bhimbetka in the art of today’s Gond and Korku tribes, reflecting an unbroken thread of cultural continuity

Learn the fascinating folklore behind the name ‘Bhimbetka’ and why this site is not just India’s pride, but a treasure for all humanity.

If you think India’s story begins with Mohenjo-daro and Harappa, think again. It began even earlier—at Bhimbetka, with the first dancers, hunters, artists, and prayers.

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References:

• UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Bhimbetka Rock Shelters

• V.S. Wakankar & R.R. Brooks, Stone Age Paintings in India

• M.K. Tiwari, “Prehistoric Rock Art of India”

• Upinder Singh, A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India

• Archaeological Survey of India Reports

In this episode of Amish Tripathi’s Did You Know? series, unlock the cosmic secrets of ancient Indian temples. Did you know that many Indian temples were designed not just as places of worship, but as intricate monumental instruments? Journey with us as we uncover how temple architects aligned majestic structures with the movements of the sun, stars, and even sacred hills—revealing a profound connection between architecture, astronomy, and spirituality.

Highlights from this episode:

• Discover how the temples of Vijayanagara face the rising sun, welcoming each day with its first rays.

• Explore the Vidyashankara Temple in Sringeri, where 12 zodiac pillars create a living solar calendar.

• Marvel at the Nilurallu stone alignment in Andhra Pradesh, an ancient marker for equinoxes and solstices.

• Witness the precision of the Modhera Sun Temple, where sunlight illuminates the deity on the equinox.

• Learn how the Brihadisvara Temple’s cosmic ratios and the Konark Sun Temple’s stone wheels reflect the universe itself.

• Understand the deep symbolism of Vāstu Śāstra and the sacred geometry behind temple layouts.

Even in regions where ancient temples were lost to time and conflict, their ruins inspire a new era of temple-building—rooted in the same cosmic harmony our ancestors cherished.

Step into the world where science, art, and devotion meet. Next time you visit a temple, look for the sunlight, the directions, the sacred design—each detail is a testament to India’s timeless wisdom.

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Special thanks to Harshit Katoch for contributing to this episode.

Welcome to a new episode of Did You Know? with your host, Amish Tripathi. Today, we dive deep into the mystery and meaning behind one of the most sacred numbers in Indian culture — 108.

From chanting mantras 108 times, to mala beads, Upanishads, and even Sun Salutations in Yoga, the number 108 keeps showing up. But why? Is it just tradition, or is there a deeper cosmic and spiritual logic behind it?

Discover how 108 connects:

• Ayurveda and energy points in the human body
  

• Yoga and the heart chakra’s 108 nadis
  

• Astronomy: The mind-blowing cosmic harmony between the Earth, Sun, and Moon
  

• Vedic astrology and numerology
  

• And how 108 is revered not just in Hinduism, but also in Buddhism, Jainism, and even Japanese New Year rituals.
  

Could 108 be the universe’s subtle nudge, reminding us of the connection between the self and the cosmos?

If you’re curious about spirituality, science, and sacred numbers — this episode is for you.

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