Over 1000 accessible, informative and authoritative entries to answer any major question about Hinduism, its mythology, practices, customs and laws

Wide-ranging topics include Hindu myths and legends, temple architecture, festivals, astrology, Ayurvedic medicine and contemporary Hinduism
Maps provide easy reference to major cities, regions, rivers, mountains and pilgrimage sites
List of principal dynasties and empires gives cultural, religious and historical background
Reference material includes Sanskrit equivalents of English-language subjects
Chronology places the main historical events and literary works
Specially researched illustrations, including works of art reproduced here for the first time, reveal the rich imagery of sculpture, architecture, painting, dance and theatre