Tag: Heritage
Heirloom Treasures – a book review
The breadth and depth of India’s heritage is so vast that there is always something new to seek and be inspired by. The book,...
Madras Week – celebrating a city
Every city is a dynamic space, living and growing with all its inhabitants. Almost every city in India is a melting pot...
History and significance of the National Handloom Day
The handloom sector is one of the major symbols of the cultural heritage of India. It is also an important source of livelihood. On...
Folk music and dance: symbols of India’s rich heritage
Every country connects people with its soul through music. When it comes to India, due to its rich cultural diversity, it has contributed greatly...
India’s beloved pink city Jaipur, its art, and culture
Jaipur - the pink city of India can be thought of as the melting pot of all things art and craft. With its own...
India’s hidden gems: take an ‘abroad vacation’ closer home
International tourism is a dream for many of us. To be able to witness the breathtaking beauty of iconic spots all around the world...
The Great Barrier Reef: world heritage at risk
"The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.” - Robert Swan
The problem
Coral reefs are some of the...
World Heritage Day on 18th April: saving our shared heritage
What is 'Heritage'? Give this a little thought. We'll wait before sharing the definition with you. Quickly, think of something! Did the Taj Mahal...
Ugādi, for a flavourful New Year
The door's adorned with mango leaves, doorstep with rangoli...
The main doorstep of the house is being adorned with fresh mango leaves. A garland of...
Mahararashtrian community celebrates Gudi Padwa with shrikhand puri
Gudi Padwa is the lunar new year celebrated by the Maharashtrian community in India. On this day, families come together to hoist a gudi and...
The life and teachings of Sant Goswami Tulsidas
Goswami Tulsidas, or more famously Tulsidas, was an Indian poet-saint, philosopher, composer, and social reformer widely known for his literary work Ramcharitmanas - the...
Mewar: a timeless beauty, exquisite culture
Mewar: the food and culture of central Rajasthan
Mewar - the name itself carries with it the sounds of royalty and centuries worth of cultural...
The Rajputana culture: a hearty celebration of life
Perhaps for most people who hear the word “Rajputana”, the picture that is immediately recalled to mind is that of turbaned men curling their...
Demystifying Khajuraho: temples cast in stone; frozen in time
Khajuraho temples: art, worship, or erotica?
Khajuraho – a word that conjures up images of scenes from the lives of men and women and gods...
White winters in Himachal? Stuff dreams are made of
It is that time of the year when the pleasant February air BECKONS travellers who enjoy winter breaks much more than the summer ones....
