The Story of Dhola and Maru - Folktale from Rajasthan

The story begins with a mouse who had made a hole on a little hillock in a farmland. Unbeknownst to anyone, including the farmer who owns the land, the hole contains thousands of gold coins. The farmer is a kind-hearted person who notices the mouse sitting at the top of the hillock or peeking out of the hole. Despite having no idea about the treasure, the farmer starts leaving food near the hole every day.One day, the mouse, grateful for the farmer's kindness, decides to repay him. The mouse takes a gold coin from the treasure and drops it at the farmer's feet. The farmer is surprised and grateful, and he shows the gold coin to the goldsmith, who offers a fair price for it. The farmer uses the money to buy food, toys, and gifts for his family, and they pray to Lord Ganesh, the god of wealth, for their good fortune. What happens next? Listen to this story to learn moreThe tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory. You can subscribe to Parikatha Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Castbox, JioSaavn, and gaana.

The story revolves around two princes, the sons of a king, who follow different paths in life. The king, worried about leaving his wealth to his sons, asks an old friend, a hermit, to bury his treasure in his hermitage. The king dies, and the two brothers quarrel over the kingdom. The younger prince, driven out of the city, seeks guidance from the hermit, who has since passed away. The prince decides to follow the hermit's example and leads a life of asceticism. Meanwhile, the older prince becomes king and squanders the wealth, leading to the downfall of the kingdom.What happens next? Listen to this story to learn moreThe tales for today's episode were narrated by Sheerali Biju and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

The phrase "spinning a tale" often refers to telling a lie or recounting something highly improbable. In the delightful story "Spinning a Tall Tale," we encounter a clever play on words, as the tales spun by the characters are indeed about tall people and extraordinary events. This traditional Indian tale, adapted from the Olive Fairy book and rewritten by Gatha Story, takes us on a journey of wit, creativity, and the art of storytelling. Let's dive into this captivating narrative and explore the power of imagination and quick thinking.What happens next? Listen to this story to learn moreThe tales for today's episode were narrated by ASheerali Biju and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

 Today, we're diving deep into the enchanting story of the Turtle Prince, a tale that has captured hearts and imaginations across various cultures and regions of India. This story, with its multiple versions and interpretations, showcases the rich tapestry of Indian storytelling traditions.The tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

Once upon a time, high up in the mountains, there was a lake inhabited by a giant crab, larger than any crab imaginable—bigger than a car, even a truck, with claws as big as motorbikes. This colossal crab lived alone in the lake, preying on the animals that came to drink water. Deer, antelopes, foxes, wolves, lions, tigers, and elephants frequented the lake, only to fall victim to the crab's powerful claws. The crab would drag its prey into the water, making an easy meal out of them.The tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

The story of Dhola Maru is one of the most popular Rajasthani forklores. Legend says the story was originally from the 8th Century but it is still remembered today and women in Rajasthan continue with the tradition of singing the folksongs praising Dhola and Maru there are many puppet shows and other popular songs associated with Dhola Maru. Listen to this episode to learn more. The tales for today's episode were narrated by Sheerali Biju and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

Our story begins with the arrival of a seemingly holy yogi in Ahmedabad. His reputation for piety grows quickly, attracting the attention of the city's Raja. The king, desperate for a son, begins to seek the yogi's counsel regularly. Impressed by the yogi's apparent holiness, the Raja builds a special shrine within the palace grounds for the yogi to reside.What happens next? Listen to this story to learn moreThe tales for today's episode were narrated by Sheerali Biju and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

The story is set in the state of Chhattisgarh, specifically in the town of Durg near Raipur, which was previously known as Central Provinces before independence.  The story is set in a village where an old woman and her beautiful daughter live alone with a few cows. The daughter helps her mother by selling milk and buttermilk in the village market during the hot summer months.What happens next? Listen to this story to learn more. The tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

In this episode, we decided to bring you not one, but two stories. Actually,They both feature aBania or a merchant. The tales for today's episode were narrated by Amar Vyas and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.

The story begins in a city in northern India, where a seller of scents and essences has a beautiful daughter named Dourani. Dourani is not only known for her beauty but also for her exceptional singing and dancing abilities, which she shares with her fairy friend. Both are highly favored by Indra, the king of the gods. Dourani's hair is like spun gold and smells like fresh roses, but its weight becomes unbearable, leading her to cut off a tress and throw it into the river.What happens next? Listen to this story to learn more. The tales for today's episode were narrated by Sheerali Biju and edited and rewritten for Parikatha Podcast by Amar Vyas for gaathastory.