The Himalayas need springs rather than extravagant temples

Category : Water Conservation | Location : Uttarakhand  | Posted on 2022-12-13 03:15:20


The Himalayas need springs rather than extravagant temples

In ancient times, hunters and gatherers settled near springs or water sources. This led to the development of villages and the villagers constructed temples, mostly smaller ones for local deities with locally available construction materials.

Source: https://www.downtoearth.org.in/blog/wildlife-and-biodiversity/the-himalayas-need-springs-rather-than-extravagant-temples-86510

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