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Benaras: Handlooms, Weavers and Sarees

February 25, 2017March 4, 2017

The handloom industry dates back to ancient times. It still thrives today among the artisans of our country.? The Evolution of the Indian Handloom: Indian …

Arts and Crafts, Asia, Blog, Community, Heritage, Traditions

Chanderi Sarees: The glory of Bundelkhand

February 24, 2017October 14, 2017

A visit to the town of Chanderi in Madhya Pradesh?which is?home to the famous handwoven fabric ‘chanderi’, popularized by the?chanderi?sarees? The beauty of women is …

Arts and Crafts, Asia, Blog, Heritage, Student Program, Traditions

Rediscovering the Treasure of Traditional Art in India

February 20, 2017March 11, 2017

India is synonymous with terms like tradition, culture and art. Traditional art has played an important role in not only defining the popular heritage of …

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Buildings of Seferihisar: A Photo Walk

February 20, 2017March 4, 2017

The theme of this Photo Walk is the life ?through buildings- of a village under the ?shadow? of a major city, like Izmir. This is …

Asia, Blog, Capturing Culture, Community, Food Heritage, Heritage, Traditions

Khari Baoli: Asia’s largest spice market

February 19, 2017March 21, 2017

From a step-well to Asia’s largest spice market, Khari Baoli is a trove of exotic condiments. Trying to look at local economies within the city …

Asia, Built Heritage, Heritage, Public Spaces, Restoration, Student Program, Traditions, Travel, War

Jhansi: To the Gate and Beyond

February 14, 2017July 30, 2017

Jhansi is a historic city, perfectly sandwiched between Uttar-Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh. It belongs to southern Uttar-Pradesh. Despite the confusing geographical boundaries; culturally, Jhansi immutably …

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Through the Mosques of Bhopal: A Photowalk

February 12, 2017February 7, 2017

Never in my life, did I think that I could orchestrate such a great event which will be etched in my memory forever: memories of …

Asia, Built Heritage, Community, Heritage, Public Spaces, Travel, Urban

Imagining the City and the Home for Modern India

February 10, 2017February 5, 2017

This article ?was originally published on?www.sahapedia.org,?an?open online resource on the arts, cultures and heritage of India. Charles Correa (1930?2015) was one of the most important …

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Bengaluru in medieval and modern frames

February 10, 2017May 22, 2018

Bangalore or Bengaluru is a South-Indian city popularly known for its beautiful weather, friendly residents, never-ending night-life and delicious food. However, it is also a …