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A heritage walk at the Bahadurgarh Fort

May 8, 2018May 3, 2018

The Patiala Foundation organized the 2nd annual iHeritage walk at the Bahadurgarh Fort near Patiala, as part of the GoUNESCO #MakeHeritageFun campaign. The event was …

Asia, GIP Jan - June 2018, Heritage, Nature

Dochula Pass ? Way to the kingdom of Peace

May 6, 2018May 3, 2018

Dochula Pass is a big mountain pass that offers incredible views of snowcapped mountain ranges on a clear, albeit cold day. It is totally worth …

Asia, Blog, Built Heritage, Heritage

Revisiting history through the Mohammad Ghaus Complex.

May 4, 2018May 3, 2018

The Mohammad Ghaus complex comprises of a mosque and other clusters of tombs is a pristine example of the Mughal Architecture at its peak. Why …

Archaeology, Arts and Crafts, Asia, Nature

The Bhimbetka rock shelters

April 29, 2018April 23, 2018

The Bhimbetka caves house the paintings dating back to some 15000 years but the enchanting encounter with the raw rugged beauty of the rocks themselves …

Asia, Food Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018

Gaziantep: A gastronomic hub in Turkey

April 28, 2018September 6, 2018

Gaziantep is a city whose roots go back to more than 10,000 years. It is the vital bridge that has been connecting the Mediterranean basin …

Archaeology, Asia, Built Heritage

The Vittala temple at Hampi

April 27, 2018April 21, 2018

The Vittala temple is magnificent imprint of the extraordinary craftsmanship of the sculptors of the Vijayanagara Empire. The temple is said to have been built …

Asia, Built Heritage, Religious

A trek to the Paro Taktsang Monastery in Bhutan

April 24, 2018April 21, 2018

The Paro Taktsang Monastery is one of the most famous monasteries in Bhutan. It is one of the most venerated places of pilgrimage in the …

Asia, Built Heritage, GIP Jan - June 2018, Public Spaces

Patan Durbar Square

April 23, 2018April 21, 2018

Patan Durbar Square is one of the Durbar Squares located in the Kathmandu Valley. The three Durbar squares in Kathmandu valley include; Kathmandu, Patan and …

Asia, GIP Jan - June 2018, Intangible Heritage

Navratri: The festival of Indian Goddess

April 22, 2018April 21, 2018

Navaratri, which in Hindi translates to 9 nights is a festival celebrated for 9 days at the beginning of Autumn every year. According to the …