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Кар-Нікобар

Кар-Нікобар — найпівнічніший острів архіпелагу Нікобарські острови. Тут розташовується адміністративний центр регіону — селище Малакка. Клімат Острів знаходиться у зоні, котра характеризується мусонним кліматом. Найтепліший місяць — березень із середньою температурою 28.3 °C (83 °F). Найхолодніший місяць — жовтень, із середньою температурою 26.7 °С (80 °F). Примітки
St. Berchmans Higher Secondary School

St. Berchmans Higher Secondary School is an aided Catholic Residential School in Changanasserry of Kottayam district. Established by Mar Charles Lavigne SJ, the then Vicar Apostolic of Kottayam, in 1891, is one of the oldest Catholic schools in Kerala. The school is run by Syro Malabar Catholic Archeparchy of Changanasserry. The school today has served its purpose producing many notable alumni especially in Catholic Church such as two Cardinals, Cardinal Antony Padiyara and Cardinal George Alencherry and Archbishops such as Mar Joseph Powathil and Mar Joseph Perumthottam. Later, in 1922, A college was established on the cornerstone laid by Mar Charles Lavigne by Venerable Mar Thomas Kurialacherry on the same name, SB College Changanasserry, to provide higher education to the students of Malabar-Travancore region. History The boys' school was founded in 1891 by the French Jesuit Charles Lavigne, the first bishop of Changanacherry, as a residential (boarding) school on the wish of the commoners to provide their children access to primary education in English. Until 1997, students were admitted to Grades 5 through 10. In the 1998–99 school year, the school expanded to include Grades 11 and 12. Now the school's higher secondary studies include four science batches and two commerce batches. Built on a 10-acre campus with more than 3,000 students, St. Berchmans is one of the largest schools in Changanacherry. The school is part of the corporate management of schools in the Archdiocese of Changanassery. Starting from the academic year 2025-26, the Higher Secondary section of the school started admitting girl students as well. Administration Facilities Co curricular Activities NCC Naval Unit, NCC Army Unit for Boys and Girls, Scouts, Guides, NSS, Professional Coaching in Football, School Radio, etc. Library The school's library has more than 20,000 books and journals. Career guidance cell The career guidance cell of the school gives information to the students on education and career opportunities. Currently, St. Berchmans is the Kottayam district nodal center of student career and counseling. Orientation program All students attend an orientation program at the beginning of the academic year. Different batches of 100 students attend two-day seminars of various activities for the students to get to know one another and realize their potential. Parents also attend sessions. Boarding house St. Berchmans was founded as a residential school and continues to operate a boarding house for students whose families live far away. References
Hiranandani Parks, Chennai

Hiranandani Parks, formerly known as Hirco Palace Gardens, is a 149-hectare (369-acre) residential township consisting of several skyscraper condominiums in Chennai, India. It is located in the southern suburb of Oragadam. History and development The Hiranandani Parks township project was initiated in 2006 by the Hiranandani Group, a real estate development company known for its projects in Mumbai. The company acquired a large parcel of land near Oragadam, approximately 40 km from the centre of Chennai. Covering approximately 360 acres, Hiranandani Parks is among the larger township developments in the region. The master plan includes residential apartments, standalone houses, recreational facilities, commercial spaces, and landscaped open areas. Construction was carried out in phases, with the initial residential units completed and occupied in the early 2010s. Location and connectivity Companies such as Renault-Nissan, Daimler AG, and Apollo Tyres, along with several auto component manufacturers, have established facilities in the Oragadam Industrial Corridor. The township is accessible via major arterial roads and is approximately 45 minutes by road from Chennai International Airport. Proposals for expansion of the Chennai Suburban Railway network and new metro lines are expected to improve regional connectivity. Architecture and layout The township features a combination of high-rise buildings and low-rise residential units. The architectural design includes elements such as neoclassical façades, internal roads, gardens, and dedicated spaces for amenities. Housing options include two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments as well as independent villas. Facilities include jogging tracks, playgrounds, gardens, a clubhouse, and sports infrastructure such as stadiums and a golf course. Environmental features such as rainwater harvesting systems and green building practices are also integrated into the project. Economic impact The construction and ongoing operation of Hiranandani Parks have generated employment opportunities in the surrounding area. Local businesses, transport providers, and service vendors have experienced increased activity due to the residential population and associated commercial activity. The towers The development occupies a 153-hectare (379-acre) site and includes 27 residential towers, with building heights ranging from 16 to 28 floors. The tallest structures reach a height of 104 m (341 ft). The township includes a 820-foot (250 m), 12-bay golf driving range and a proposed nine-hole golf course covering approximately 20 hectares (50 acres). The towers within the complex are listed in the table below: See also List of tallest buildings in Chennai References External links Official website of the apartment complex
Ranipet railway station

Ranipettai railway station, station code: RPT (TAMIL: இராணிப்பேட்டை தொடர்வண்டி நிலையம்), is a terminal railway station which falls under the Southern Railway zone of the Indian Railways. It belongs to Chennai division. It is the oldest railway station in India. It serves the cities of Ranipet, Arcot and Walajapet. It is constructed under British rule in 1858. It was constructed as a siding railway station at that time. This railway station is used to transport goods from Ranippettai town to Royapuram railway station. Currently this station is used as a goods terminal for Ranipettai. History It is the first train that ran in India. Later, India's first passenger train started running in 1853 from Bori Bunder To thane. Now Royapuram railway station is the oldest surviving railway station in India. Current situation Train services were stopped in Ranippettai railway station after gauge conversion from metre gauge to broad gauge due to poor patronage. There are plans to operate this railway station as a freight terminal due to increasing demands of cargo movement to nearby railway stations around Ranippettai town. But plans are made by railways to operate this railway station as a goods terminal. On 20 January 2021, this railway station becomes operational once again by transporting goods from Ranipet railway station to Dwarapudi in Andhra Pradesh. This railway station became operational after 25 years. References
Sammakka Sagar Barrage

Sammakka Sagar Barrage (or Thupakulagudem Barrage) is a barrage across Godavari River at Thupakulagudem Village, Eturnagaram Mandal, Mulugu District of Telangana State. It stabilizes the existing irrigated area of 2,51,310 Hectare under J. Chokka Rao Devadula Lift Irrigation Scheme and 3,04,000 hectares of Sriram Sagar Project stages I & II with 50 TMC of water. Another 50 TMC will be used for providing drinking water to villages en route. Sammakka Sagar Hydro Electric Project has been planned for generation of 240MW (10 units of 24MW) through run-of-the-river generation. This hydro electric project is expected to be completed by Telangana Power Generation Corporation (TGGENCO). History This barrage was earlier referred to as Kanthanapally Barrage and it was proposed at 17 km downstream of the existing J. Chokka Rao Devadula Lift Irrigation pump house with Full Reservoir Level (FRL) at +85.0 meters. The barrage would've been constructed at narrow gorge on Godavari river at Kanthanapally village (18°27′40.22″N 80°24′35.24″E) but this would've led to submergence of about 4 villages fully and 11 villages partially. Potential land acquisition hurdles were also expected, as this would require acquisition of 7789.42 hectares of land. This barrage was earlier part of P V Narasimha Rao Kanthanapally Sujala Sravathi Project (PVNRKSSP). In 2016, in order to avoid issues related to submergence and land acquisition, Government of Telangana decided to construct Thupakulagudem Barrage at the present location, which is 3 km downstream of the existing J. Chokka Rao Devadula Lift Irrigation pump house with FRL of +77.0 meters. At this location, there is no large land submergence with only river bed of 580.18 hectares and 94 hectares of surrounding land will get submerged. This would provide pondage for drawing the water for J. Chokka Rao Devadula Lift Irrigation scheme. On February 13, 2020, Thupakulagudem Barrage was officially renamed as Sammakka Barrage, after tribal warrior goddess Sammakka. The boundary of Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary is located at the close proximity from this barrage, where biennial festival of Sammakka Saralamma Jatara is held honour the Hindu tribal goddesses Sammakka. In Spring 2021, the civil works of the barrage were mostly completed and subsequently in June, 2021 the process of impounding water into barrage commenced. At an FRL of +85 meters, 6.94 TMC of water is expected to be stored whereas, at reservoir level of 70 to 71 meters 2.90 TMC of water is expected to be stored. J. Chokka Rao Devadula Lift Irrigation Project uses water from 71 meters. The works pertaining to Sammakka Hydro Electric Project are yet to be started by Telangana State Power Generation Corporation Limited and only civil works pertaining to the intake penstock gates has been reported to completed. References
Kodanad Abhayaranyam animal shelter and elephant training centre

Abhayaranyam is an animal shelter–mini zoo, which functions under the eco-tourism project of Kerala government. Located near to Kaprikad village in Kunnathunad taluk of Ernakulam district, the shelter was opened in 2011, with an aim to rehabilitate the animals in the Kodanad elephant training center, located two kilometers away. Kodanad Elephant training center was one of renowned and largest elephant training center in Kerala. It was also the first elephant training center in Kerala, started in 1895. The center covered an area of 2 acres and when the number of animals there kept increasing, all the animals were gradually relocated to Abhayaranyam, which has an area of 123 hectares. History Kodanad elephant training center Elephant poaching and training were started in 1895 in the Malayattor forest reserves. The Kodanad elephant training, situated near the banks of Periyar was started in the same year, when the Travancore government decided to train the elephants caught in the wild. By 1950, it became one of the biggest elephant centers in Kerala. Over a period of time, hundreds of other animals and birds were also brought into this place and it was developed as a mini-zoo. There were many mahouts here, who specialized in taming and teaching the elephants. When the Indian government banned elephant poaching in 1977, it became a rehabilitation center for rescued elephants from forests, who have been injured or separated from their herd. With the relocation of the training center to nearby Abhayaranyam, the Kodanad elephant training center became unoperational was closed later. Presently, the main Aanakkoodu (elephant Kraal) here remains as a reminiscent of its rich history. Currently, it is under discussion to turn the century-old place into a heritage monument and start a new center for research on elephants. Some elephant lovers also demands to open a rescue center for baby elephants here. Abhayaranyam When the number of animals significantly increased in Kodanad, animal activists started complaining about keeping such a large number of animals in a small area of 2.5 acres of land. Abhayaranyam was opened on 18 February 2011, with an aim to house the elephants and other animals in open area of about two hundred acres with proper fencing to keep the animals safe. The Abhayaranyam project was launched as a mini zoo - rehabilitation center and as of 2021, it is home to six elephants and more than 300 deer. The center also has facilities like veterinary hospital, mortuary and water supply plant. For elephant camp visit guests can easily stay in Elephant pass resort nearby See also Kottur Elephant Sanctuary and Rehabilation Centre Elephant Training Center, Konni References
Hebbal Lake, Mysore

Hebbal Lake is a lake in the city of Mysore, India. Flora and Fauna The lake is host to many migratory birds. Many bird watching points are located along the circumference of the lake, and there is a viewing point on an accessible small island. Fruiting plants like Azima Tetracantha, Cordia Dichotoma are on the banks. Flowering Flora like Cleome Viscosa, Ipomoea Cairica are found. Rejuvenation Hebbal lake was highly polluted by the inflow of industrial effluents, sewerage and refuse. A recovery project is underway to set up a sewage treatment plan and tackle the pollution problem. Sudha Murthy, Chairperson, Infosys Foundation and district administration signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for conserving the lake. The rejuvenation project, which is projected to last for 15 months, started in February 2021. Infosys foundation installed 6 Aerators in Hebbal Lake on 24 March 2021, following the death of Fishes. Call for restoration of over flow area The farmers were worried on the problems such as over-dampness of agricultural fields below the lake due to seepage of water and sewage water released to fields causing diseases to coconut trees and brought this matter to the district in-charge minister S. T. Somashekhar on 10 August 2021. See also Hebbal Mysore References
Subbayya Gari Hotel

Subbayya Gari Hotel (also known as Kakinada Vaari Subbayya Gari Hotel) is an Indian chain of vegetarian restaurants headquartered in Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh. Founded in 1950 by G. Subbayya, the establishment is renowned for its traditional Andhra cuisine, particularly its signature "Butta Bhojanam" served on banana leaves. History In 1950, G. Subbayya established a modest hotel mess with ten employees, serving meals for just 50 paisa. Subbayya had migrated from Prakasam district to East Godavari district after Indian Independence, driven by his passion for bringing delicious and hygienic food at affordable costs. In 1955, Subbayya relocated his operation to Kakinada and established a hotel originally named Sri Krishna Villas at what is now known as Subbayya Gari Junction. The restaurant quickly gained popularity throughout the Telugu states for its authentic Andhra bhojanam, particularly the "Butta Bhojanam". In 2018, Subbayya Gari Hotel opened its first branch in Hyderabad, marking the beginning of its expansion beyond Kakinada. The chain subsequently established multiple locations across Indian cities, including Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Suryapet. In 2018, the chain opened its first restaurant in Hyderabad and later spread throughout other Indian cities. Cuisine Signature Dish: Butta Bhojanam The restaurant's flagship offering is the "Butta Bhojanam," which translates to "Basket Bhojanam" in Telugu. This traditional Andhra meal is served in baskets made with banana leaves and includes plain rice, pappu (dal), sambar, vegetable fry, majjiga pulusu (buttermilk curry), pickles, sweets, podi (powders), pulihora (tamarind rice), vegetable curries, curd, appadams, and ghee. Other Menu Items The restaurant offers over 90 varieties of vegetarian dishes, including: Vadiyalu Single meals Panasakaya Biryani (jackfruit biryani) Dry Podis (dry powders) Andhra sweets Vegetable curries (5-8 varieties) Andhra pickles (2-3 varieties) Jedipappu Boori Guthivankaya Kura Muntha Perugu References
Cheraman-Freitagsmoschee

Die Cheraman-Freitagsmoschee (Cheraman Juma Masjid) ist eine Moschee in der Stadt Kodungallur (Cranganore) im südindischen Bundesstaat Kerala. Es wird angenommen, dass sie 629 von Malik ibn Dinar erbaut wurde. Sie gilt als älteste Moschee Indiens und als zweitälteste Freitagsmoschee weltweit. Geschichte Die Moschee wurde während der Lebenszeit Mohammeds erbaut, so dass vermutet wird, dass einige seiner Anhänger hier begraben sein könnten. Anders als in anderen Moscheen Keralas ist diese Moschee ostwärts orientiert anstatt westwärts. Seit alters her gab es rege Handelskontakte zwischen der Arabischen Halbinsel und dem Indischen Subkontinent. Als der Islam auf der Bildfläche erschien, machten arabische Händler die neue Religion in Indien bekannt. Viele Inder, die in den Küstengebieten um Kerala lebten, konvertierten zum Islam. Es wird gesagt, dass König Cheraman Perumal der erste Konvertit zum Islam in Indien sei. Architektur Die Moschee wurde ursprünglich im traditionellen Stil der Hindutempel erbaut. Gemäß der Hindutradition benutzte man in der Moschee Öllampen aus Messing. Man nimmt an, dass ein weißer Block aus Marmor aus Mekka stammt. Die Cheraman-Freitagsmoschee wurde im Laufe ihrer Geschichte mehrmals umgebaut, sodass sich die ursprüngliche Bauform nicht erhalten hat. Bei den Umbauten wurden die traditionell keralesischen steilen Dächer abgebaut und durch Flachdächer, Kuppeln und Minarette nach nahöstlichem Vorbild ersetzt. Weblinks Website der Cheraman-Freitagsmoschee (englisch) Einzelnachweise
Cheraman Juma Mosque

The Cheraman Juma Mosque is a mosque in Kodungallur, Thrissur district, in the state of Kerala, India. The mosque was built in 629 CE by Malik Bin Dinar though some scholars suggest a later construction date in the 14th–15th century. Due to these claims, it is often regarded as the first mosque built in India and the oldest mosque on the Indian subcontinent still in use. However, historical research has cast doubt on these claims, suggesting that the origin story may be fictitious or legendary rather than factual. The mosque was built in the Kerala-Islamic traditional Vastu shastra architectural style, with hanging lamps, making the historicity of its date claims more convincing. Modern corridors and halls were added in 1984, which surround the original building, and conceal almost all of the exterior features of the original structure. A dome and minarets were added in 1994 and removed following a restoration of the building in 2022. The mosque is located on the Paravur–Kodungalloor Road. History One legend states that the mosque was built in 629 CE. Other scholars are more skeptical and, based on the architectural style, have dated the structure from the 14th-15th century. Legend of a Chera king According to some legends, the Chera king witnessed a supernatural event mentioned in the Quran The story goes that the Chera king arrived in Arabia with a gift of ginger pickles for Muhammad and his companions and converted to Islam "at the feet of Prophet Muhammad". According to historian M.G.S. Narayanan, "there is no reason to reject the tradition that the last Chera king embraced Islam and went to Mecca, since it finds its place not only in Muslim chronicles, but also in Hindu brahmanical chronicles like the Keralolpatti, which need not be expected to concoct such a tale which in no way enhances the prestige of the Brahmins or Hindu population." Scholar Mehrdad Shokoohy however traced such legends to a much later accounts with different dating than the supposed earlier date. Historical research has found this story to be fictitious. Cheraman(meaning respectful Chera) is a proclamation attribute given to great Chera kings. This mosque can't be associated to the Cheraman Perumal Nayanmar as his lifetime was in 8th century and prophet Muhammad lifetime is in 6th and 7th centuries. Visitors to the region Several early Muslim or Arab travellers visited Kerala in medieval times. Among them were Sulaiman, in 851 CE; Persian traveller Nakhuda Buzurg, in 951 CE; Ibn E Batuta, in 1342 CE; and Abd-Al-Razzaq, in 1442; as well as many others. The Cheraman Juma Mosque was not mentioned in their respective writings. Since 2005, A. P. J. Abdul Kalam, the 11th President of India and Dr Shashi Tharoor, the Member of Parliament for Thiruvananthapuram, have visited the mosque. See also Islam in India List of mosques in India List of mosques in Kerala Malayali Muslims Muslim chronicles for Indian history Muziris Heritage Project Baba Ratan Hindi Tamil Muslims References External links Media related to Cheraman Juma Masjid at Wikimedia Commons
Cheraman Juma Masjid

La Cheraman Juma Masjid es una mezquita en Kodungalloor en el estado de Kerala, India. Construida en el 629 AD por Malik bin Dinar, es la mezquita más vieja de India y la segunda mezquita que ha ofrecido el Sermón del viernes. Puesto que la mezquita fue construida durante la vida de Mahoma, se dice que los cuerpos de algunos discípulos suyos fueron enterrados aquí. Historia Desde tiempos remotos, el comercio entre Arabia y el Subcontinente Indio ha sido activo. Aún antes del establecimiento del Islam en Arabia, los comerciantes árabes visitaban la región de Malabar (actualmente una parte de Kerala), que era un vínculo entre los puertos del Subcontinente Indio y del Sureste Asiático. Con el Adviento del Islam, los mercantiles árabes propagaban la nueva religión dondequiera que iban. Conmovidos por los principios del Islam, varios indios que habitaban la costa de Kerala se convirtieron. Se dice que el rey Cheraman Perumal (de Kerala) era el primer rey que se convirtió al islam en India. Según una leyenda popular, un grupo de compañeros de Mahoma visitaron Kodungalloor. Cheraman Perumal, que en aquel entonces era el rey, había dado testimonio a un acontecimiento milagroso — la hendidura súbita de la luna, el milagro celebrado de Mahoma — y, al preguntar, aprendió que esto era una señal indicando que un mensajero de Dios vendría de Arabia. Poco después, Perumal viajó a La Meca, donde se incorporó al islam, y aceptó el nombre Thaŷudín. En el camino, mientras regresaba a India, falleció en Salala en el Sultanato de Omán. Se dice que, en su lecho de muerte, autorizó a algunos compañeros árabes para regresar a su reino y para difundir el islam. Por eso, un grupo de musulmanes, dirigido por Malik bin Dinar y Malik bin Habib, llegó al norte de Kerala y construyó la Cheraman Juma Masjid a Kodungalloor. Arquitectura La mezquita fue construida según el estilo de los templos hindúes. Como los templos hindúes tradicionales, la mezquita usa candiles, o sea, lámparas de aceite. El púlpito de palo de rosa, desde el cual el sacerdote recita el Sermón del Viernes, es cubierto con esculturas similares a las de la arquitectura hindú. Enlaces externos Vídeo de la Cheraman Juma Masjid (1 minuto) Vídeo de la Cheraman Juma Masjid (10 segundos)
Stadium Bus Stand Palakkad

Stadium Bus Stand is located on the heart of the Palakkad City, near the Indira Gandhi Municipal Stadium in Kerala, India. Stadium Bus Stand is the largest Private Bus Stand in the city of Palakkad. Palakkad City has four Bus Stations includes Palakkad KSRTC bus station and three private Bus stands named Stadium bus stand, municipal bus stand, and town bus stand. Small and executive restaurants, hotels, and shopping centres are close by the stand. Service Private bus services to Kozhikode, Sulthan Bathery, Pollachi, Thrissur, Malampuzha, Railway Colony, Chittur, Kollengode, Kozhinjampara, Walayar start in Palakkad. Construction Construction of a new terminal near the current bus stand, funded by the Palakkad Municipality's Amrut fund, began in 2019. To improve access from the north, a bypass to the station was proposed in 2014. It has been partially built but not completed. See also Palakkad Palakkad District Palakkad Junction railway station Palakkad KSRTC bus terminal References