Kolkata resident, the new bride, shares a unique bond with her mother-in-law. Her in-law�s home is in Kashi, named �Ritambhara.� Holding her mother-in-law�s hand, she can explore the Vishwanath Temple and traverse the waters of the Ganges, allowing her to connect with the spiritual ancient India. Kashi weaves tales of Puranas, stories, and the long-standing rise and fall of history in her mind. In the narratives, she finds the discovery of India�s soul and the intellectual curiosity of Kashi�s Saraswati society. The musical talent in the Banaras household, Dhrupadi, and the melodious notes in her mother-in-law�s voice enchant her. It�s as if the core of her being leads her to seek the nectar of the past.
Suddenly, she becomes frail due to her mother-in-law�s departure. In search of her mother�s solace, she traverses the streets of Kashi, the Ghats of the Ganges, and the discussions of the Vedas and Upanishads. She rediscovers her beloved mother in her family�s historical and religious heritage, which becomes her driving force. The word �Ritambhara� translates to �truth, knowledge, and consciousness.� In the continuous shower of love from her mother�s tender and affectionate heart and the profound discussions of her scholarly uncle and spiritual teacher, she is submerged.
This extraordinary narrative beautifully combines family stories, the bright tales of Kashi, and travel tales, merging the author�s quest for identity, reverence, and self-awareness. Alongside India�s eternal culture and philosophy, it offers insight as a priceless self-discovery for a lifelong traveler.