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Pavlopetri: The oldest submerged city

December 18, 2016May 22, 2018

The architectural prowess of the Greeks is proven by the durability and elaborate nature of the structures they built. The remains of Pavlopetri, the oldest …

Discover, Heritage, Underwater

Iceland Underwater Heritage – sky is not the limit

December 15, 2016December 15, 2016

Icelandic underwater heritage has long been neglected and some works was done?only in the 21st century to discover its roots buried deep in the sea …

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All That Glitters is, well, Zardozi!

December 12, 2016December 27, 2016

Zardozi is an?elaborate hand embroidery practised in India along with other countries like Iran, Iraq and Pakistan. It uses metal thread, primarily silver and gold …

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The Heritage News Quiz – 9th December 2016

December 9, 2016June 12, 2020

Think you’re up to speed with all that’s happening in the world of heritage and culture? Let’s put that to the test this fortnight – and every fortnight!

Built Heritage, Conservation, Discover, Heritage, Underwater

Legend Of Mahabalipuram’s Submerged Pagodas

December 1, 2016September 21, 2017

Underwater mysteries have always fascinated us and have given us enough to research on and to recreate the history of early human life on …

Arts and Crafts, Community, Conservation, Discover, Heritage, Photo Stories

Fishing nets: A Craftsmanship At Risk

November 29, 2016April 11, 2017

It is no mystery that in today’s consumerist society, the act of repairing is becoming a forgotten activity: if something breaks, we replace it. My …

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The Heritage News Quiz – 25th November 2016

November 25, 2016June 12, 2020

Think you’re up to speed with all that’s happening in the world of heritage and culture? Let’s put that to the test this fortnight – and every fortnight!

Best of 2017, Built Heritage, Conservation, Discover, Heritage, Religious, Restoration, Underwater

Where Mythology Meets Reality: Sunken City Of Dwarka

November 22, 2016April 12, 2019

When underwater settlements are concerned within Indian marine archaeology, the most talked about would be the ancient city of Dwarka. As the legend goes, Krishna, …

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Have You Visited Any of These Cultural Spaces in India?

November 12, 2016January 10, 2017

This article on Cultural Spaces is written by Seemab Alam and?originally published on www.nazariya.in,? an initiative that is connecting rural India to metropolitan cities How …