Heritage

The stories of womaniser Kings and Sultans are dotted in the history of India. Harems (ladies quarters) can be seen in many palace complexes. This shows the societal system and the no-restriction tag which applied to the royals of those times. ...

You may not be a heritage lover but these mindblowing architectures are worth a visit. Yes, these palaces give you a glimpse of India's royal past. Hence, it is always exciting to look around some of these architectures. In this article, ...

Mythologically, Mandore is the said to be the birthplace of Mandodari (Ravana's wife in Ramayana). Historically, it was the capital city of Rathore Clan. This heritage place lost its shine after Rao Jodha found the city of Jodhpur and shifted to ...

Imagine a life without mirrors or just imagine a day without mirrors! Difficult, right? No doubt, mirrors and glasses are some of the most important discoveries of the human kind. Such objects are no less than a wonder in the true ...

Some places have been a surprise package by showcasing interesting discoveries. Here is one such destination which was declared as an archaeological site during an aerial survey conducted by the Indian Navy. Yes, Thotlakonda Buddhist Monastery was discovered in Visakhapatnam during ...

Are you planning to visit the opulent heritage and royal charm of Rajasthan on this vacation?! Studded with stunning palaces, majestic forts and vast expanses of desert, the rugged yet inviting landscape of Rajasthan takes you through the glorious and grandeur ...

A visit to palaces takes us to the glorious past of the place the royal lifestyle led by the rulers of those times. India has plenty of such palaces, many of them that are unique in their ways. Hazarduari Palace in ...

There is a lot to explore in the place where Goddess Meenakshi rules! The rich architectural heritage of this historical city makes us proud about the past. Yes, we are going to explore the Thirumalai Nayakkar Palace in Madurai. The majestic ...

Temples galore the holy city of Varanasi! But you are mistaken if you think Varanasi is all about temples and pilgrims. Let's take a look at the three of the important museums in Uttar Pradesh located at Varanasi. Bharat Kala museum ...

Hit the offbeaten track from Gokarna to meet a 'small wonder'! This 'small wonder' is a hamlet called Mirjan in the interiors of North Canara (Uttara Karnataka). What seems to be a tranquil place today was once a busy port. You ...

We are so accustomed to see Varanasi as a religious place that we have hardly tried knowing about its architectural wonders! These structures belong to the era of the Kingdom of Kashi which ruled the princely state of Benaras. In this ...

Put some fuel into your creativity and imagine the ancient India! Just think about all the heritage structures we can see today along with the historical description of the provinces you have read or heard of! It gives a sense of ...